Canada

Canada has unveiled a new startup visa pathway designed specifically to attract tech entrepreneurs from South Asia, including Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. Under the revised framework, qualifying applicants can receive fast-track entry within 8 weeks and gain access to funding, workspaces, and mentorship through Canada's Innovation Superclusters. Officials say this will strengthen Canada’s innovation sector while offering global exposure to emerging South Asian founders. Several tech firms from Dhaka and Kathmandu have already begun the application process.

Canada has announced a significant expansion of its refugee resettlement program, aiming to welcome 50,000 additional refugees over the next three years. The policy is a response to ongoing humanitarian crises in regions such as the Middle East and Africa. Priority will be given to families, women, and children at risk. The Canadian government will also work with international agencies to ensure safe and efficient relocation. This initiative reinforces Canada’s reputation as a leader in global humanitarian efforts.