Spousal Sponsorship Canada 2025: Key Changes Every Couple Must Know — Canada’s Spousal Sponsorship program remains one of the most compassionate immigration pathways... 1) Stricter Open Work Permit (OWP) Eligibility For Spousal Sponsorship — As of January 21, 2025, IRCC has narrowed eligibility... 2) Spike in Express Entry Rejections for 'Non‑Accompanying' Spouses — In early August 2025, authorities ramped up rejections and fairness letters... 3) Navigating Quebec’s Sponsorship Hold — As of July 9, 2025, Quebec halted accepting new undertakings... Expert Insight — These layered updates highlight rising complexity... Actionable steps — Consult an immigration lawyer early; avoid misrepresenting 'non‑accompanying' status; Quebec applicants should monitor reopening or consider inter‑provincial options.
