Canada is set to implement significant changes under its 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan, reshaping how international students and temporary foreign workers enter and stay in the country. These changes reflect a shift toward more controlled, sustainable temporary resident levels while maintaining support for long-term economic immigration. Here’s an overview of Canada Immigration Changes 2026 that […]
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 […]
Canada’s Express Entry system, a primary pathway for skilled immigrants to gain permanent residency, continues to evolve as the federal government adapts its policies to meet labour market needs and economic priorities. The latest updates to the Ministerial Instructions governing Express Entry, as published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), include key clarifications and […]
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released the latest Canadian immigration processing times for 2025, providing crucial information for prospective immigrants across various categories. This comprehensive overview details the current processing times for different immigration pathways, reflecting improvements and delays in certain streams. Citizenship Processing Citizenship processing encompasses services for those seeking Canadian […]
Canada has unveiled its 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan, signaling a significant shift toward sustainable immigration growth. Moving away from its previous strategy of rapid expansion, the new plan reduces immigration targets while prioritizing the integration of current temporary residents. Key Changes Reflect a New Focus The plan outlines a reduction of 105,000 permanent resident admissions […]
Starting September 30, 2024, Alberta will be using a new Expression of Interest (EOI) system for worker streams under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). This new system aims to streamline the application process and strategically manage the high demand for immigration to Alberta. How It Differs from the Old System Previously, the AAIP […]
In a significant move to bolster the economic and demographic vitality of rural communities across Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the introduction of the Rural Community Immigration Pilot. This innovative initiative, set to launch in Fall 2024, aims to address critical labor shortages in rural areas while fostering sustainable growth and […]