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May 19, 2025
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Canada PR Card Processing Time Update May 2025: Now 43 Days

Canada’s permanent resident (PR) card processing time has surged from 19 to 43 days after eCoPR as of May 13, 2025, impacting new permanent residents. This guide explores the...

World of Statistics: Number of Languages Spoken in Different Countries
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October 23, 2025
Languages are the heartbeat of culture, weaving stories, traditions, and identities across the globe. With over 7,000 languages spoken worldwide, no two countries share the exact same linguistic tapestry. Some nations boast a symphony of hundreds of tongues, reflecting diverse histories, migrations, and geographies. In this post, we’ll dive into fascinating stats on the countries...
Unlock Tax Savings for Students: Education Credits and Deductions Explained
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September 10, 2025
Unlock Tax Savings for Students: Education Credits and Deductions Explained. Discover education-related tax deductions and credits for students, including tuition fees, student loan interest, and moving expenses.
Express Entry 2026 Canada: What the New Occupational Categories Mean for PR
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August 19, 2025
Canada is set to reshape its immigration landscape with the introduction of three new occupational categories for the Express Entry system in 2026. Announced by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) as part of a public consultation process, these proposed categories—senior managers, scientists and researchers, and military personnel—aim to address evolving labor market needs, boost...
Air Canada Flight Attendant Strike: Ottawa’s Binding Arbitration Sparks Standoff
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August 18, 2025
The Air Canada flight attendant strike has escalated into a tense standoff, disrupting travel plans for over 100,000 passengers daily and costing the airline tens of millions each day. On August 16, 2025, the Canadian federal government intervened, with Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu invoking Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code to order binding arbitration...
Canada’s New GST Rebate for First-Time Home Buyers in 2025
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May 30, 2025
Dreaming of owning your first home in Canada? Starting May 27, 2025, first-time home buyers can save up to $50,000 on new homes thanks to the new First-Time Home Buyers’ GST Rebate (FTHB GST Rebate). This game-changing initiative, announced by the Government of Canada, eliminates the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on new homes priced...
Ontario MPPs Secure 35% Salary Increase After 16-Year Freeze
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May 30, 2025
Ontario MPPs Secure 35% Salary Increase and New Pension Plan After 16-Year Freeze In a landmark decision at Queen’s Park, Ontario’s Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) are set to receive a substantial 35% salary increase, ending a 16-year wage freeze that began in 2009. Alongside this significant pay hike, a new pension plan will be...
10 Best Things to Do in Toronto This Weekend
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May 30, 2025
10 Best Things to Do in Toronto This Weekend (May 30–June 1, 2025) Toronto is buzzing with energy as summer kicks off, and the weekend of May 30 to June 1, 2025, is packed with vibrant events that showcase the city’s diverse culture, music, food, and entertainment. From waterfront parties to family-friendly festivals and world-class...
Government of Canada Tables Motion to Cut Costs
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May 30, 2025
On May 27, 2025, the Government of Canada, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, unveiled a bold plan to ease financial pressures on Canadians, as outlined in the Speech from the Throne delivered by His Majesty King Charles III. The centerpiece of this agenda is a Notice of Ways and Means Motion tabled by the...
Toronto’s Pape Village Demolition Ontario Line’s Cosburn Station
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May 30, 2025
Toronto’s Pape Village a vibrant and tight-knit community known for its rich Greek heritage and local charm, is undergoing a seismic shift. Pape Village Demolition. Over 20 beloved businesses along Pape Avenue have been shuttered, and demolition crews are now tearing down a block and a half to make way for the Ontario Line’s future...
A Middle-Class Tax Cut More Money in Your Pocket Starting July 2025
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May 29, 2025
In a move to put more money back into the pockets of hard working Canadians, the Government of Canada is delivering a significant middle-class tax cut by reducing the lowest marginal personal income tax rate from 15% to 14%, effective July 1, 2025. This measure, announced by the Department of Finance Canada, is set to...