Processing times climb for Express Entry, PNP applicants

​On May 12, Canada’s immigration department published updated processing times for various permanent residence and citizenship application types. Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) applications each saw one-month jumps in processing time. This update saw the Canadian Experience (CEC) queue increase by over 6,000 applicants, and the base PNP inventory by more than 2,000.
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On May 12, Canada’s immigration department published updated processing times for various permanent residence and citizenship application types. Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) applications each saw one-month jumps in processing time. This update saw the Canadian Experience (CEC) queue increase by over 6,000 applicants, and the base PNP inventory by more than 2,000. […]

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Elton John identifies as Canadian by choice, while millions around the world are Canadian by blood

​His Toronto fans would surely affirm Elton John’s recent claim of being “Canadian.” After all, though he holds only British citizenship, John’s been partnered with his husband, Canadian filmmaker David Furnish, for over three decades, and he and Furnish have two children together, both Canadian citizens. While likely to grant John’s claim of being Canadian
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His Toronto fans would surely affirm Elton John’s recent claim of being “Canadian.” After all, though he holds only British citizenship, John’s been partnered with his husband, Canadian filmmaker David Furnish, for over three decades, and he and Furnish have two children together, both Canadian citizens. While likely to grant John’s claim of being Canadian […]

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How Public Libraries in Canada Help Newcomers Access English Classes, Employment Resources, and Settlement Support

​Public libraries in Canada are often described as “community hubs,” but for newcomers, they can be something even more powerful: a gateway to belonging. From language learning to employment support, today’s libraries offer far more than books: they provide practical tools, social connections, and trusted information that help people build a new life. Here’s a
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Public libraries in Canada are often described as “community hubs,” but for newcomers, they can be something even more powerful: a gateway to belonging. From language learning to employment support, today’s libraries offer far more than books: they provide practical tools, social connections, and trusted information that help people build a new life. Here’s a […]

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Americans heading to the Canadian Grand Prix could be denied entry for a misdemeanour – here’s what to do about it

​If you’re planning to attend the 2026 Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, taking place in Montreal, Quebec, between May 22–24, you may be denied entry if you have a criminal record. With less than two weeks until the event kicks off, deemed rehabilitation—if applicable to your circumstances—provides the best path toward overcoming criminal inadmissibility. Schedule
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If you’re planning to attend the 2026 Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, taking place in Montreal, Quebec, between May 22–24, you may be denied entry if you have a criminal record. With less than two weeks until the event kicks off, deemed rehabilitation—if applicable to your circumstances—provides the best path toward overcoming criminal inadmissibility. Schedule […]

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Was your parent born in Canada? If so, you can get a Canadian passport

​Regardless of where in the world you were born, if even one of your parents was a Canadian citizen at the time of your birth, you inherited the right to Canadian citizenship. As a Canadian citizen by descent, you have the same right to citizenship as Canadian citizens born in Canada. With copies of the
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Regardless of where in the world you were born, if even one of your parents was a Canadian citizen at the time of your birth, you inherited the right to Canadian citizenship. As a Canadian citizen by descent, you have the same right to citizenship as Canadian citizens born in Canada. With copies of the […]

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Provincial nominees invited in first Express Entry draw of May

​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 380 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 798; and Created an
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 380 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 798; and Created an […]

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Canada is fast-tracking citizenship certificates for trans Americans

​Trans Americans with Canadian ancestry have been receiving expedited processing of their applications for Canadian citizenship certificates. Proof of Canadian citizenship certificates, which are provided to individuals who qualify as Canadian citizens on the basis of their ancestry, have become a hot commodity this year in the United States, following changes to Canada’s Citizenship Act
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Trans Americans with Canadian ancestry have been receiving expedited processing of their applications for Canadian citizenship certificates. Proof of Canadian citizenship certificates, which are provided to individuals who qualify as Canadian citizens on the basis of their ancestry, have become a hot commodity this year in the United States, following changes to Canada’s Citizenship Act […]

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New Brunswick holds multiple draws, issuing invitations to PNP and AIP applicants

​New Brunswick issued a total of 373 invitations across its immigration programs in a series of selection rounds between April 30 and May 3, 2026. Invitations were issued across three New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) streams as well as through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams The May
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New Brunswick issued a total of 373 invitations across its immigration programs in a series of selection rounds between April 30 and May 3, 2026. Invitations were issued across three New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) streams as well as through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams The May […]

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“We didn’t see this coming”: New Brunswick Archives encourages patience as Americans rush to secure documents needed for Canadian passport

​The Canadian province of New Brunswick has seen genealogy-related requests quadruple after Canada passed a bill that made millions of Americans eligible for Canadian citizenship. Bill C-3, which took effect on December 15, 2025, eliminated Canada’s first-generation limit on citizenship by descent. Anyone born before that date can now claim Canadian citizenship, provided they can
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The Canadian province of New Brunswick has seen genealogy-related requests quadruple after Canada passed a bill that made millions of Americans eligible for Canadian citizenship. Bill C-3, which took effect on December 15, 2025, eliminated Canada’s first-generation limit on citizenship by descent. Anyone born before that date can now claim Canadian citizenship, provided they can […]

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British Columbia targets skilled workers and entrepreneurs in back-to-back draws

​Between May 5–6, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) invited more candidates to apply for provincial nomination, through both its Skills Immigration (SI) and Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) categories. The province issued no less than 341 invitations to apply (ITAs) across both categories, with the majority issued through SI to care-based, education, and construction professionals.
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Between May 5–6, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) invited more candidates to apply for provincial nomination, through both its Skills Immigration (SI) and Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) categories. The province issued no less than 341 invitations to apply (ITAs) across both categories, with the majority issued through SI to care-based, education, and construction professionals. […]

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