Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released its latest processing time updates as of January 28, 2026, covering all major application categories. These estimates reflect the actual timelines experienced by 80% of applicants, replacing the previous target-based approach that often underestimated real wait times. Processing times can vary based on factors like security...
By choosing the right employer and occupation, international students and recent graduates in Canada can position themselves strongly for permanent residence (PR). Completing at least six months of work experience—beyond the minimum program requirements—in an eligible occupation under an Express Entry category can significantly improve a candidate’s chances of receiving an Invitation to...
Canada’s international student pipeline has been cut so abruptly that the latest IRCC data looks less like a slowdown and more like a system reset. According to IRCC’s most recent monthly arrivals table, just 2,485 new study permits were issued in November 2025. Book Your Consultation for Canadian Immigration That figure stands in...
Canada has begun the second half of January with another large Express Entry draw targeting candidates with Canadian work experience. On January 21, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut off score was 509. Book...
Competition in the Express Entry pool has continued to ease for a second consecutive month, as thousands of high-scoring candidates exited the pool. Since the beginning of the year, a total of 4,672 profiles with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores between 501 and 600 have left the pool. This decline is largely due...
Canada has long been seen as one of the world’s most welcoming destinations for immigrants. However, 2026 marks a turning point in how the country manages immigration. After years of record-high intake numbers, the Canadian government is recalibrating its approach—balancing economic growth, housing availability, infrastructure capacity, and public services. Book Your Consultation for...
Gaining work experience in certain occupations for as little as six months can significantly improve your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian permanent residence (PR). To benefit from these opportunities, candidates must acquire qualifying work experience in one of Express Entry’s occupation-based categories and wait for a category-specific draw...
The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) has issued its first Invitations to Apply (ITAs) of 2026 following a series of draws held between January 13 and January 15. Book Your Consultation for Canadian Immigration Invitations were issued across three immigration streams, all of which require candidates to demonstrate established ties to the...
Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC) is often mistaken for a technical reference manual used only by statisticians or HR professionals. In reality, it underpins everything from labour market reporting and workforce planning to immigration eligibility and government program design. The NOC directly shapes how employers recruit, how provinces identify priority workers, and how...
In 2026, searching for an LMIA job is no longer just a “better option” for many temporary residents. For thousands of people, it is the difference between remaining in Canada legally and running out of time. A growing number of workers now hold permits that have already expired or will expire soon. For...
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