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December 10, 2025

Canada launches new streams to attract and retain top research talent from abroad

The Canadian government has launched its Research Talent Initiative—a new suite of programs that will help the country attract “leading international researchers” to the country.As part of this initiative, Canada will launch three new streams to welcome and retain "leading...

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December 10, 2025

Express Entry: 6,000 CEC invitations issued in largest draw in more than 16 months

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.The immigration department issued 6,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates.To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to...

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December 10, 2025

These are the biggest changes coming to Express Entry in 2026

Express Entry, Canada’s main application management system for skilled immigration, is set to undergo some big updates in the coming year.In 2026, the federal government will continue to target skilled workers from specific occupational categories to help it meet gaps...

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December 9, 2025

These are the occupations eligible for IRCC’s new physicians category

Some dermatologists, pediatricians, psychiatrists, and other doctors now have a more streamlined pathway to Canadian permanent residence (PR).On December 8, Immigration Minister Lena Diab announced the creation of a new Express Entry category dedicated to physicians with Canadian work experience.See...

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December 9, 2025

Do I have to move to Canada to sponsor my spouse?

If you are outside of Canada currently, you may have to move to sponsor your spouse, depending on whether you are a citizen or permanent resident—however, your loved one's ability to travel during the application process drastically changes, depending on...

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December 8, 2025

IRCC holds largest Express Entry PNP draw of 2025

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.The immigration department issued 1,123 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates.To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to...

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December 8, 2025

IRCC announces new Express Entry category and immigration measures for doctors

On December 8, 2025, Minister of Immigration, Lena Metlege Diab, and Maggie Chi announced three new immigration measures to make it easier for international doctors to become permanent residents in Canada.See your eligibility for all Express Entry streamsUnder these measures,...

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December 8, 2025

New Ontario labour laws to remove barriers for newcomers seeking jobs

Newcomers looking for work in Ontario may find it easier to land interviews and secure jobs that match their skills and experience.Starting January 1, 2026, several new requirements for publicly advertised job postings will take effect under changes to Ontario’s...

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December 7, 2025

These five famous Americans will become Canadian citizens, thanks to a new citizenship law

Some famous Americans— including Madonna and Hillary Clinton—will be considered Canadian citizens under a new law.On November 20, Bill C-3: An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025) was passed by the Canadian federal government, removing the first-generation limit (FGL)...

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December 6, 2025

Affected by US halt on immigration applications from 19 countries? Consider Canada’s Express Entry

On December 2, 2025, the Trump administration put an indefinite pause on the processing of immigration applications submitted by nationals from 19 countries deemed “high risk.”Included in this pause are green card applications, meaning nationals from affected countries such as...

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