Canada’s 2025 Budget Delivers Major Gains for Canadian Workers
Canada’s new Budget 2025, narrowly passed on November 17, aims to reshape how Canadians and newcomers integrate into…
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.
Independent, non-affiliated info hub
Written in simple language for newcomers
Not legal or immigration advice
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
Latest Updates
Canada Introduces Fast-Track Immigration Pathway for H-1B Visa Holders
Canada is preparing to introduce a groundbreaking accelerated immigration pathway tailored specifically for H1-B visa holders currently working…
IRCC’s November Processing Times: Major Delays for Certain Application Types
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released the latest processing times for various types of immigration applications…
New Express Entry Draw on November 14 Issued 3,500 PR Invitations
Canada has issued another significant round of permanent residency invitations, one of the largest healthcare-focused draws of 2025.…
IRCC Conducts Second CEC Draw in Two Weeks for Express Entry
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently issued additional invitations to apply (ITAs) through its Express Entry…
How Budget 2025 Helps Newcomers with Delays in Credentials and Employment
Three issues are common to many immigrants already in Canada: underemployment (working below their skill level), slow recognition…
Why Ottawa is cutting temporary residents sharply in 2026 and what it means for students, workers and employers
Based on Budget 2025 and the 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan. Canada’s Budget 2025 and its immigration plan suggest…
First Express Entry Draw of November 2025 Sends Out 714 PR Invitations
Canada has held its first Express Entry draw of November 2025, issuing 714 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for…
Why Retaining Immigrants in Rural and Non-Metro Canada is a Missed Opportunity
Canada’s immigration policy has shifted in recent years to focus more on areas outside of major cities. The…
Canada’s Updated Cancellation Rules for Visitor Visas, eTAs, Study, and Work Permits
On November 4, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released updated policy instructions and regulatory amendments outlining…
About This Site
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?
Our articles are researched using publicly available official sources, primarily IRCC news releases and program pages, and are then summarized in plain language. We always recommend cross-checking important details on the official IRCC website before making any decisions.
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.