On February 18, 2026, the Government of Canada announced major updates to the Express Entry 2026 categories, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable immigration levels while addressing critical labour shortages across key sectors. The announcement, made by the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, outlines how Canada will refine its selection system […]
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to provide pathways for skilled immigrants to make Canada their home. In its latest Express Entry draw, the government issued 423 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) specifically for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. Who Qualified for This Draw? To be considered in this round, candidates had to meet the […]
Canada is doubling down on Francophone immigration and this could open new permanent residence opportunities for eligible aspiring immigrants in Canada. In a January 19 press conference, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced an additional 5,000 permanent residence (PR) admission spots dedicated to provinces and territories for French-speaking applicants. These spaces will be taken […]
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has closed out 2025 with a strong signal for candidates hoping to get selected in one of the Canada Express Entry CEC draws. In its latest draw, IRCC issued 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), marking the largest CEC-specific draw in over 16 months. […]
In a move to strengthen Canada’s health care system and fill critical labour gaps, the Government of Canada has announced a new category under Express Entry for international doctors already working in the country. Under this initiative, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will introduce a new category under Express Entry for international doctors who […]
Canada continues to prioritize healthcare and social service professionals in its immigration strategy, with a new category-based Express Entry draw held on November 14, 2025. This draw issued 3,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to qualified candidates under the healthcare and social services category, setting the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score at 462, 10 points […]
In 2024, Canada’s immigration landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, ushering in a new era of possibilities and challenges for individuals seeking to make Canada their home. The changes are not merely incremental but represent a strategic and holistic reimagining of the immigration process. Spearheading this monumental shift is Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), […]