Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its processing times for permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship applications—and wait times have declined for many.Most notably, wait time for Atlantic Immigration Program submissions has finally decreased (by four months), and...
If you’re in Canada with a valid work status, you may be able to apply for a work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) even if your employer doesn’t have a positive or neutral Labour Market Impact Assessment...
Working in certain occupations for as little as six months can greatly increase your chances of receiving an invitation to apply for Canadian permanent residence (PR)To access these benefits, candidates must gain work experience in one of the occupations contained...
The Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) has been allocated 282 nomination slots for 2026, and will open its first intake period on January 19.Many of the YNP’s 2026 priorities mirror those set by the territory in 2025, with some notable additions.Assess...
In 2026, the Canadian government is expected to make numerous announcements regarding its immigration system.From the launch of new pathways to permanent residence (PR) to tightening eligibility for work permits, these changes are expected over the course of the year.To...
A new report from Nanos Research shows that immigration levels in Canada are no longer the primary concern for Canadians, showcasing shifting voter priorities.Over 1,000 people were surveyed over a four-week period leading up to December 26, 2025, and findings...
As travel rules continue to shift and global uncertainty grows, more people are turning to second citizenship as a source of long-term security.Even celebrities such as George Clooney and Rosie O’ Donnell have acquired or are seeking to acquire dual...
Some citizens of the United States seeking to move and work in Canada have advantages and facilitations to help them do so more easily.The Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)—Canada’s name for the USMCA free trade agreement—lets certain U.S. and Mexican citizens...
In 2025, Canada introduced several changes affecting international students and recent graduates—from new rules for changing schools to updated eligibility requirements for Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs).These updates matter whether you’re planning to study in Canada, are already here on a...
If your work authorizationis soon to expire, going back to school may help your chances of remaining and settling in Canada permanently—especially if you have already qualified for a permanent residence (PR) stream or pathway, and submitted an Expression of...
