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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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February 2, 2026

Ontario issues more than 1,800 invitations in first draws of the year

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held six draws on February 2, 2026, issuing a total of 1,825 invitations to apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination.These targeted draws were held through the province’s Employer: Job Offer streams, and focused on physicians,...

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February 2, 2026

These are the occupations that PNPs prioritize for PR invitations through Express Entry

The occupation listed on your Express Entry profile can help you get both a provincial nomination and an Express Entry invitation to apply (ITA).Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) across Canada have special, Express Entry-aligned (or enhanced) streams, wherein provinces can pick...

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February 2, 2026

This common mistake can lead to earlier work permit expiry

Passport validity directly impacts the validity period of work permits issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).If a prospective worker's passport is set to expire before the end of their planned stay, the work permit will be issued with...

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February 1, 2026

The eight most livable cities for newcomers to Canada—and how to move there

Most newcomers choose one of Canada’s three “gateway cities” (Toronto, Montréal, and Vancouver), upon initially moving to the country due to work and schooling opportunities.While these cities are often regarded as the most popular among new arrivals, the world’s second-largest...

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February 1, 2026

Manitoba targets more skilled workers in its end-of-January immigration draw

The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has invited more skilled workers to apply for provincial nomination in its latest draw.Candidates were selected for declaring the receipt of an invitation to apply (ITA) from the MPNP under a strategic recruitment initiative...

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January 31, 2026

Canada is prioritizing applicants in these occupations for faster work permit processing

Applicants in certain occupations designated as performing or supporting “essential services” in Canada can receive priority processing on their work permit application.This expedited processing covers employer-specific work permits, including but not limited to:Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)-based work permits; Francophone...

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