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 […]
Canada’s one-year ban on asylum claims no longer applies to unaccompanied minors. On May 19, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) instituted a new temporary public policy, exempting unaccompanied minors from the ban on asylum claims filed more than a year after the claimant’s entry to Canada. Under the ban, instituted under Bill C-12, […]
Three trends have emerged in the direction of Canadian immigration under the first year of Lena Metlege Diab’s tenure as immigration minister: a more targeted approach to permanent residence selection, a streamlining of temporary residence administration, and stricter measures for the asylum system. In this analysis piece, we’ll trace the through-line of recent policy under […]
Shiloh Jolie is among the many Americans who acquired Canadian citizenship by descent when Canada changed its citizenship law. On December 15, 2025, changes to Canada’s Citizenship Act removed the first-generation limit to inheriting Canadian citizenship for everyone born before that date. Get a Free Consultation on Applying for Proof of Canadian Citizenship Shiloh Jolie […]
This spring, thousands of Americans are requesting copies of official documents from vital statistics offices and archives to prove their eligibility for Canadian citizenship by descent. Last December, Canada eliminated the generational limit to inheriting Canadian citizenship, making millions of Americans with Canadian ancestry eligible to obtain Canadian passports. Get a Free Consultation on Applying […]
Canada has placed 19th overall in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Countries rankings. The country’s strongest showing came in the Culture & Tourism scoring category, where it placed 8th globally—with notable performances in Governance and Infrastructure categories also bolstering Canada’s overall ranking. See your eligibility for Canada’s largest immigration programs Switzerland claimed […]
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP held another Skills Immigration draw on May 14, 2026. Invitations were extended to candidates who met one of two selection factors, centred around wage/salary and TEER 0–3 job offer, and profile registration score. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Draw details This latest selection round, which saw […]
On May 11, Newfoundland and Labrador held its fifth provincial immigration draw of the year—and the second this month, thus far. A total of 186 candidates were sent an invitation to apply (ITA), through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams […]
