Canada Immigration Update: 2026–2028 Plan to Offer New PR Pathways for Temporary Residents
Canada to Transition 33,000 Work Permit Holders to Permanent Residence Over 2026–2027 According to Budget 2025, Canada will…
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
Federal Government Likely to Fall Short of International Student Admissions Target
Canada admitted fewer than one-third of its annual target for international students during the first eight months of…
Why Canada Is Slowing Down on Immigration and What It Means for Newcomers
Canada has long been the globe’s top destination for migrants, lured by jobs, lifestyle and a relatively open…
Canada’s 2025 Budget Delivers Big Wins for Workers
The new Canada Budget 2025, set to be tabled on November 4, will reshape how Canadian workers and…
IRCC Issues 6,000 ITAs in Third-Largest Express Entry Draw of 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued another round of invitations to apply (ITAs) through the Express…
Canada Invites 1,000 Candidates in New CEC Express Entry Draw on October 28
Canada has conducted a new Express Entry draw targeting candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), issuing 1,000…
What to Expect from Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan 2026–2028
The Canadian federal government is preparing to release its 2026 to 2028 Immigration Levels Plan, outlining how many…
Canada Issues 302 Invitations in Latest Express Entry Draw on October 27
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched another targeted Express Entry draw on October 27, 2025, focusing…
New Brunswick Extends Support to PR Applicants Facing Loss of Work Status
Immigration New Brunswick has announced that it will provide work permit support for Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) endorsees…
IRCC Increases Limit for Study-to-Permanent Residency Pathway
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is set to accept nearly 700 more applications through its Francophone Minority…
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.