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Canadian Experience Class candidates receive invitations to apply in last Express Entry draw week of April

​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 2,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 514; and Created an […]

Nova Scotia set to introduce annual expiry of provincial nominee candidate profiles

​The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) has announced plans to introduce a validity period for Expression of Interest (EOI) profiles, along with details regarding the management of existing profiles. Effective May 1, 2026, NSNP candidate profiles submitted on or after that date will remain valid for 12 months from the date of submission, after which […]

How to Choose the Best English Language Test for You

​Choosing the right English language proficiency test can feel overwhelming, given the many widely accepted options available today. Whether you’re applying for immigration, higher education, or professional certification, selecting the test that best aligns with your goals is essential. Among these options, the CELPIP Test stands out as a practical and efficient choice for many […]

Americans set a record for Irish citizenship in 2025. Demand for Canadian citizenship could be next, and far greater

​American demand for second citizenships is surging, and Canada is at the center of it. Last year, U.S. citizens’ applications for Irish citizenship based on ancestry jumped 63%, a record. Even so, only a small proportion of Americans qualify under Irish law. In contrast, Canada’s change to its citizenship law in December 2025 made millions […]

British Columbia targets skilled workers in latest provincial immigration draw

​On April 22, British Columbia held its third Skills Immigration (SI) draw of 2026, inviting candidates deemed to create high economic impact in the province. The province invited more than 450 candidates, based on minimum wage and qualifying job offer, as well as minimum registration score. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams This latest […]

Provincial nominees selected in latest Express Entry invitation round

​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 473 ITAs in a draw for candidates with Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 795; and […]

Ontario issues over 2,000 invitations to foreign workers, international students, and in-demand workers in latest regional draws

​The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held 12 targeted draws on April 23, 2026, issuing a combined total of 2,102 invitations to apply (ITAs) to candidates with job offers across four regions of the province. The draws were held through the province’s Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker, International Student, and In-Demand Skills streams. To have […]

New measures provide work permits for CSQ applicants

​The Government of Canada has launched a time-limited measure making it easier for temporary foreign workers in Quebec being assessed for a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) to access employer-specific (closed) work permits while they wait. The short-term public policy is only for those who have already been invited to apply for permanent residence (PR) in […]