Obtaining permanent residence in Canada is one of the most important milestones in an immigrant’s journey. However, receiving your Confirmation of Permanent Residence is not the end of the process. It marks the beginning of a long-term responsibility to maintain your status and comply with Canada’s residency rules. For many permanent residents, the...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 4,500 invitations to apply for permanent residence in a new French-language proficiency Express Entry draw held on May 28, 2026. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cutoff for the lowest-ranked candidate invited was 409 points. This draw took place just one day after the Canadian Experience Class...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) resumed Canadian Experience Class (CEC) invitations with a new Express Entry draw held on May 27, 2026, ending the longest CEC pause of the year. In this round, IRCC issued 3,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cutoff score for the...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is working on adding a dedicated field for language test results to its post-graduation work permit (PGWP) application portal following ongoing confusion among applicants. According to a report by Global News, a spokesperson for Immigration Minister Lena Diab confirmed that the update is part of broader IT...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its second Express Entry draw of May 2026 on May 25, issuing 334 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The latest draw invited candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 805 or higher, making it the highest...
Ontario residents will face several important rule changes, deadlines, and program updates in June 2026, affecting families, self-employed workers, tenants, pharmacies, employers, contractors, and regulated professionals across the province. Book Your Consultation for Canadian Immigration The month brings a combination of provincial policies, municipal bylaws, federal payment updates, and regulatory deadlines that Ontarians...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its latest application inventory update, revealing that Canada’s immigration system continues to handle a massive volume of applications. The newest figures, current as of March 31, 2026 and updated on May 20, 2026, show that IRCC now has a total inventory of 2,154,300 applications across...
Canada’s proposed language testing rules for certain work permit applicants are moving closer to becoming official, with IRCC now targeting spring or summer 2026 for publication in the Canada Gazette. The proposed change is not yet in effect, and IRCC has still not confirmed which specific International Mobility Program (IMP) streams will be...
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) conducted another Skills Immigration (SI) draw on May 14, 2026, issuing invitations to candidates under two key selection criteria focused on wage levels, job offers, and registration scores. Book Your Consultation for Canadian Immigration A total of 437 invitations were issued in the province’s fifth SI...
Global Affairs Canada issued a federal travel advisory on May 12, 2026, warning Canadians that escalating instability in the Middle East is now contributing to worldwide travel disruptions, fuel shortages, and heightened security risks. The advisory applies to all Canadians planning international travel this summer — even if their destination is far from...
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