Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 334 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 805; and Created an […]
Qualifying citizens of Indonesia and Malaysia will be authorized for visa-free travel to Canada. Eligible citizens from both countries will be able to apply for an electronic travel authorization (eTA) instead of a temporary resident visa (TRV) when flying to Canada. Qualifying Indonesian and Malaysian nationals entering Canada to visit, study, or work will likely* […]
Over the course of May 1–May 13, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) conducted four selection rounds, inviting more candidates to apply for provincial nomination. A total of 1,051 AAIP candidates received invitations, including health and tech professionals, and individuals planning to reside and work in rural Alberta communities. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP […]
On May 21, Prince Edward Island conducted its fifth draw of the year, issuing 114 invitations to candidates working in in-demand occupations and priority sectors within the province. The draw marks the fifth consecutive month PEI has adhered to its anticipated invitation schedule, with the province consistently issuing more than a hundred invitations monthly to […]
On May 21, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held another selection round targeting candidates directly invited under a strategic recruitment initiative. Invitations were extended to candidates through both pathways of the MPNP’s Skilled Worker Stream. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams This marks the province’s 10th immigration selection round of the year, the […]
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC’s) application backlog has continued its downward trajectory, according to newly-released figures covering the period ending March 31, 2026. An application is classified as backlogged if it has not been processed within the immigration department’s official service standards*. See your eligibility for all Express Entry streams The most notable changes […]
Americans who now qualify for Canadian citizenship by descent can use a checklist to avoid common mistakes that can result in the return, delay, or refusal of their proof of Canadian citizenship applications. If you’re an American born before December 15, 2025 with at least one Canadian ancestor, you have the right to Canadian citizenship. […]
Nova Scotia has begun sending out Notices of Interest (NOIs) to Express Entry candidates, to connect them with employers in priority sectors that are experiencing labour shortages. As of the time of this time of writing, only two sectors have been identified under this initiative: construction and healthcare. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams […]
On May 20, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released its latest processing time estimates for newly-submitted applications. Significant improvements to wait time can be seen across various application types, primarily for submissions from India and Pakistan, while Nigerian and U.S. applicants experienced notable slowdowns. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation Most distinctly, Nigerian-based work […]
Are you thinking about starting a business in Canada? This is an exciting step, with some new processes to explore. If you’re a newcomer, it is helpful to learn how businesses are structured, what rules apply, and where to find support. In this article, we’ll cover five steps you may take to plan your business […]
