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CIKH.CA - Your Independent Guide to Canadian Immigration News & Updates
We share simplified, easy-to-follow information on Express Entry, PNP, study permits, work permits, family sponsorship and citizenship. CIKH.CA is not affiliated with IRCC or the Government of Canada, and we do not provide legal advice or any immigration services — just clear, general information.
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Written in simple language for newcomers
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This Week
What changed in Canadian immigration
- 1 2 New Canada LMIA Rules in August 2026: 90-Day Work Permit Change and New Hiring Caps Explained
- 2 CPP and OAS Payments August 2026: Amounts and Dates
- 3 Canada Extends TFWP Work Permit Grace Period to 90 Days for Pending LMIA Applications
- 4 British Columbia Invites 602 High-Economic-Impact Candidates for Provincial Nomination
- 5 Canada’s Family Sponsorship Special Public Policy Ends Next Month: What Families Need to Know Before September 9
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What Is CIKH.CA?
CIKH — the Canada Immigration Knowledge Hub — is an independent website built to help newcomers, students, workers and families make sense of Canadian immigration news as it happens, from Express Entry and PNP draws to study permits, work permits, family sponsorship and citizenship.
Every update on this site is written in plain, easy-to-follow language and summarized from official IRCC releases and program pages, because immigration information shouldn't feel confusing or out of reach for the people it affects most.
CIKH.CA is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to IRCC or the Government of Canada, and we do not provide legal advice or immigration services of any kind. Our goal is simply to keep you clearly and accurately informed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CIKH.CA?
CIKH.CA (Canada Immigration Knowledge Hub) is an independent website that shares news and information about Canadian immigration programs, including Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, study permits, work permits, family sponsorship and citizenship, in simple, easy-to-understand language.
Is CIKH.CA affiliated with IRCC or the Government of Canada?
No. CIKH.CA is an independent, privately run information website. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or the Government of Canada in any way.
Does CIKH.CA provide legal or immigration advice, or process applications?
No. We do not offer legal advice, immigration consulting, or any application-filing services. Everything on this site is for general information purposes only. For advice on your specific situation, please consult a licensed immigration lawyer or a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC), or refer to the official IRCC website.
How often is the content on this site updated?
We aim to update relevant articles whenever IRCC announces a policy change, draw result or program update. Posts that have been revised after their original publish date show an "Updated" mark next to the date so you know the information has been reviewed.
Where does CIKH.CA get its information from?
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Can I apply for a Canadian visa or PR through CIKH.CA?
No, you cannot apply for any visa, permit or permanent residence program through this website. CIKH.CA is an information resource only. All applications must be submitted through the official IRCC website or through a licensed representative.