Collecting documents is one of the most time-consuming parts of a proof of citizenship application.That's especially true for applicants with Quebec ancestry, where a large share of older births and marriages were recorded by local churches.For anyone tracing citizenship by...
Applicants for Canadian permanent residence under temporary public policies who request humanitarian exemptions will have their applications refused, according to new instructions to officers.On July 22, 2026, Canada’s immigration department published new instructions specifying that immigration officers do not have...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.The immigration department issued four ITAs in a draw targeting skilled military recruits.To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have:A minimum...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released updated data showing the estimated processing times for various temporary residence applications as of July 22.The immigration department’s latest figures point to moderate movement across several categories, led by changes in work...
Canada’s immigration department has made clear that its top-line targets for annual permanent residence (PR) admissions don’t tell the whole story.On a government web page that went live on July 21, 2026, the department confirms that the levels plan targets...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.The immigration department issued 5,000 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French-language abilities.To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have:A...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 28,940 citizenship certificates to proof of citizenship applicants between January 1 and May 31, 2026, according to new data the department published on July 21.A proof of citizenship application is for people who...
Moving to Canada is an exciting new chapter. As you settle in, you may be thinking about everyday expenses, setting up your finances, and planning for future purchases. Learning how borrowing works in Canada may help you feel more confident...
As of May 31, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) had 1,517,770 applications awaiting processing in its inventory.This figure includes permanent residence, temporary residence, and Canadian citizenship applications that have yet to be finalized by an immigration officer.Assess your...
As of July 21, Canada’s immigration department will begin sharing monthly updates on the portion of permanent residence applications that are in active processing, versus those that have been waitlisted for processing in the future.Certain applications will be waitlisted due...
