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February 5, 2026

Number of top-scoring Express Entry profiles falls 30%

Express Entry competition continues its cooling trend for the second month in a row, as even more top-scoring profiles leave the candidate pool.Competition within the Express Entry pool appears to be easing at the top end, even as the overall...

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February 5, 2026

British Columbia invites 400+ provincial nominee candidates in latest Skills Immigration draw

On February 4, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held its first Skills Immigration draw of the year, issuing 429 invitations to apply (ITAs).Invitations were issued to candidates that the province identified as creating a high economic impact...

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February 5, 2026

Express Entry: What candidates need to know about claiming foreign work experience

Gaining foreign work experience can be one of the quickest ways to boost one’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score under Express Entry—especially through skill transferability points. But it’s also one of the easiest factors to get wrong.When Immigration, Refugees and...

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February 5, 2026

Beyond CRS: the top factors that impact success in pursuing permanent residence through Express Entry

Many people think Express Entry is just a numbers game: get a high Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, and you’ll get invited to apply for permanent residence (PR).While certainly important, it isn’t the only thing that ultimately decides success—factors like...

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February 4, 2026

How to get Canadian PR with a two-year college diploma

A two-year program at a Canadian college can lead to a three-year post-graduation work permit (PGWP), allowing an international student to become a competitive candidate for Canadian permanent residency (PR), provided they plan ahead.See your eligibility for all Express Entry...

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February 4, 2026

Who can get a Canadian work permit at the border?

Foreign nationals who arrive in Canada may still be able to apply for (or be issued) a work permit at a port of entry (POE)—but this option is far more limited than it used to be.In recent years, the federal...

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February 3, 2026

New Brunswick overhauls provincial immigration pathways

The Government of New Brunswick has implemented numerous changes to its provincial immigration programs, including restrictions on occupations eligible for consideration, a new application consideration model, and a pilot extension.These updates will affect both in-Canada and overseas candidates of the...

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February 3, 2026

First Express Entry draw of February sees PNP candidates invited

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.The immigration department issued 423 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates.To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to...

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February 3, 2026

Exclusive Preparation Materials from CELPIP to Help You Approach Your Language Test with Confidence!

Starting your immigration journey in Canada in 2026? Your language test is a big step in making Canada your new home. To help you prepare, CELPIP is offering preparation materials designed to support effective exam preparation and help you approach...

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February 3, 2026

Why category-based selection remains the most accessible pathway to PR for many

For many, getting drawn through an Express Entry category remains one of the most accessible paths to permanent residence (PR).Compared to other draw types, category-based selection (CBS) typically requires a lower Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score and work experience...

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