One Canadian airport ranks among the global top 10 for first time in over a decade

​The Vancouver International Airport has just ranked among the top 10 best airports worldwide, in Skytrax’s 2026 World Airport Survey. A wide array of factors contributed to this ranking, including immigration system efficiency, terminal comfort and staff friendliness, and check-in facilities. Out of over 500 airports across the globe, three Canadian transit locations have placed
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The Vancouver International Airport has just ranked among the top 10 best airports worldwide, in Skytrax’s 2026 World Airport Survey. A wide array of factors contributed to this ranking, including immigration system efficiency, terminal comfort and staff friendliness, and check-in facilities. Out of over 500 airports across the globe, three Canadian transit locations have placed […]

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Read Our 8-Step Guide to Boost Your CELPIP Speaking Score!

​Getting ready for a high-pressure exam like CELPIP can feel daunting, especially when speaking in a second language. To help you gain confidence and perform at your best, here’s our 8-step guide to strengthen your speaking skills and improve your score. Book a CELPIP Test Date 1. Practice Regularly The most effective way to improve
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Getting ready for a high-pressure exam like CELPIP can feel daunting, especially when speaking in a second language. To help you gain confidence and perform at your best, here’s our 8-step guide to strengthen your speaking skills and improve your score. Book a CELPIP Test Date 1. Practice Regularly The most effective way to improve […]

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Newcomers to gain faster access to employment and government benefits in fall of 2027

​The Canadian government is set to launch SIN@Entry — a program that will let newcomers get their Social Insurance Number (SIN) online, via their immigration account, before even entering Canada—in the fall of 2027. This program will apply to all newcomers to the country, including foreign workers, international students, and new permanent residents—allowing them to
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The Canadian government is set to launch SIN@Entry — a program that will let newcomers get their Social Insurance Number (SIN) online, via their immigration account, before even entering Canada—in the fall of 2027. This program will apply to all newcomers to the country, including foreign workers, international students, and new permanent residents—allowing them to […]

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Temporary residence application processing times decline across the board

​The latest processing times for temporary residence applications have been released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), with no reported increases to wait times. For wait time improvements, the most notable among the changes (in order), included Super visas: Five-week improvement for submissions from the Philippines, three-week improvement for US-based submissions; Study permits: Four-week
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The latest processing times for temporary residence applications have been released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), with no reported increases to wait times. For wait time improvements, the most notable among the changes (in order), included Super visas: Five-week improvement for submissions from the Philippines, three-week improvement for US-based submissions; Study permits: Four-week […]

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Six common work experience mistakes Express Entry candidates should avoid

​Work experience is one of the most important parts of an Express Entry profile—it is often the single greatest factor contributing to your eligibility for a program, and your competitiveness as a candidate. It’s also where many applicants make costly mistakes that can see their profiles greatly diminished or even thrown out altogether. The problem?
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Work experience is one of the most important parts of an Express Entry profile—it is often the single greatest factor contributing to your eligibility for a program, and your competitiveness as a candidate. It’s also where many applicants make costly mistakes that can see their profiles greatly diminished or even thrown out altogether. The problem? […]

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Catching a concert in Canada this summer? Why you could be denied entry for a misdemeanor, and how to avoid it

​If you’re planning a visit to Canada, it’s important to know that even having a misdemeanour on your record can lead to your being denied entry. Only Canadian citizens are guaranteed entry into Canada. Foreign nationals, including US citizens, may be found inadmissible under Canadian law if they have a past criminal history. Schedule a
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If you’re planning a visit to Canada, it’s important to know that even having a misdemeanour on your record can lead to your being denied entry. Only Canadian citizens are guaranteed entry into Canada. Foreign nationals, including US citizens, may be found inadmissible under Canadian law if they have a past criminal history. Schedule a […]

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Canada expands access to open work permits for spouses of workers at two BC companies

​Foreign workers currently residing or soon-to-reside in British Columbia (BC), who work for one of two select companies, can facilitate work permits for their spouses or partners—regardless of their compensation or seniority at the company. These two companies are: Lulu Lemon Athletica; and Microsoft Vancouver. Schedule a Free Spousal Work Permit Consultation As of March
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Foreign workers currently residing or soon-to-reside in British Columbia (BC), who work for one of two select companies, can facilitate work permits for their spouses or partners—regardless of their compensation or seniority at the company. These two companies are: Lulu Lemon Athletica; and Microsoft Vancouver. Schedule a Free Spousal Work Permit Consultation As of March […]

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Canada extends pilot granting LMIA-exempt work permits

​The Innovation Stream, which grants employer-specific work permits to eligible high-skilled foreign nationals, has been extended for two more years. Under this steam, foreign nationals can obtain work permits more easily, as the permits do not require Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs).  Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation Eligibility for Innovation Stream work permits Innovation
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The Innovation Stream, which grants employer-specific work permits to eligible high-skilled foreign nationals, has been extended for two more years. Under this steam, foreign nationals can obtain work permits more easily, as the permits do not require Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs).  Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation Eligibility for Innovation Stream work permits Innovation […]

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Canada eases income requirement for hosting parents and grandparents on super visa

​Canada is making it easier for families to qualify for the parents and grandparents super visa by changing how it calculates the minimum income requirement. Starting March 31, 2026, hosts will have more flexibility in how they can meet the financial requirement for the super visa, according to a government announcement.  Get a Free Super
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Canada is making it easier for families to qualify for the parents and grandparents super visa by changing how it calculates the minimum income requirement. Starting March 31, 2026, hosts will have more flexibility in how they can meet the financial requirement for the super visa, according to a government announcement.  Get a Free Super […]

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How international students can fast-track their journey to Canadian PR

​International students wishing to settle in Canada can get permanent residence (PR) years faster simply by planning ahead. We’ll look at a fictional example of two international students, Priya and Marco: by planning ahead, Priya gets permanent residence a full three years before Marco, even though they both start in the same place. See your
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International students wishing to settle in Canada can get permanent residence (PR) years faster simply by planning ahead. We’ll look at a fictional example of two international students, Priya and Marco: by planning ahead, Priya gets permanent residence a full three years before Marco, even though they both start in the same place. See your […]

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