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October 20, 2025

Canada named among world’s most powerful passports; US passport drops to lowest ranking in 20 years

The latest global passport ranking released by Henley & Partners listed the Canadian passport among the 10 most powerful in the world for 2025. Canada placed ninth overall against 198 other passports based on how many destinations Canadian citizens can...

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October 19, 2025

New Brunswick holds multiple draws, issuing invitations to apply to hundreds of PNP candidates

Between October 6 and 9, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NB PNP) held three draws and issued invitations to over 500 candidates. Invitations were issued through the New Brunswick Express Entry stream for candidates with employment in the province,...

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October 18, 2025

These are the top universities in Canada in 2026, according to a new report

Times Higher Education has published its annual ranking of top universities in Canada, along with their global standings. The University of Toronto enjoys the top position, a spot it has held since at least 2011. McGill University and the University...

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October 17, 2025

Last chance for young professionals from select countries to be considered for LMIA-exempt work permits under International Experience Canada in 2025

If you wish to be considered for an International Experience Canada (IEC) work permit in 2025, your window to submit a candidate profile is closing. Eligible foreign youth (aged 18–35 or 18–30) from participating countries must submit a profile before...

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October 17, 2025

Amendments propose stricter criteria for citizenship by descent

The children of many Canadians will not gain citizenship, should the latest amendments to a federal bill become law. In the most recent amendments to Bill C-3, An Act to Amend the Citizenship Act, citizenship by descent beyond the first...

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October 16, 2025

Filing Taxes in Canada: Helpful Information for Newcomers

If you are new to Canada, understanding how taxes are filed may help you get started on the right foot. One step in this process is learning about the personal tax return, the detailed document you submit to the Canada...

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October 16, 2025

Filing Taxes in Canada: Helpful Information for Newcomers

If you are new to Canada, understanding how taxes are filed may help you get started on the right foot. One step in this process is learning about the personal tax return, the detailed document you submit to the Canada...

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October 16, 2025

Permanent residence and citizenship applicants can now look up personalized processing times

Applicants for Canadian permanent residence (PR) and citizenship can now get more transparency on the expected timelines for their applications. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its online application processing tool, enabling applicants to look up When they...

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October 15, 2025

IRCC invites thousands of healthcare professionals in Express Entry draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 2,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates in Express Entry’s Healthcare and social services category. To be considered...

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October 15, 2025

Arriving in Canada on work permit or study permit? What to expect at the border

If you’re arriving in Canada for the first time as an international student or temporary foreign worker, knowing what to expect can make the journey smoother. From having the right documents to avoiding some common mistakes, CIC News has put...

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