​Settling into life in Canada involves managing finances in a new country. Along the way, you may be asked to share personal or banking information. Knowing how to recognize and respond to potential fraud may help you protect yourself and your finances. Book an Appointment at a TD Branch Now This article outlines common types
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Settling into life in Canada involves managing finances in a new country. Along the way, you may be asked to share personal or banking information. Knowing how to recognize and respond to potential fraud may help you protect yourself and your finances. Book an Appointment at a TD Branch Now This article outlines common types […]

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​Quebec has released an updated list of occupations that can benefit from expedited Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) processing under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Following this update on February 24, 2026, which has removed many IT and engineering professions, there are now just 60 occupations eligible for this simplified LMIA processing across all
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Quebec has released an updated list of occupations that can benefit from expedited Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) processing under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Following this update on February 24, 2026, which has removed many IT and engineering professions, there are now just 60 occupations eligible for this simplified LMIA processing across all […]

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​A bill proposing major changes to Canada’s immigration system is set to advance to the next stage, with no amendments proposed. Should it become law in its current form, the bill will provide sweeping executive powers over Canada’s immigration system to the Governor in Council, that is, to the governor general, acting upon the advice
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A bill proposing major changes to Canada’s immigration system is set to advance to the next stage, with no amendments proposed. Should it become law in its current form, the bill will provide sweeping executive powers over Canada’s immigration system to the Governor in Council, that is, to the governor general, acting upon the advice […]

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​The five Ontario communities participating in the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) have released their priority sectors and occupations for 2026. Foreign nationals with a job offer that aligns with an Ontario community’s labour market needs can pursue permanent residence (PR) through this pilot. Assess your eligibility for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot This article
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The five Ontario communities participating in the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) have released their priority sectors and occupations for 2026. Foreign nationals with a job offer that aligns with an Ontario community’s labour market needs can pursue permanent residence (PR) through this pilot. Assess your eligibility for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot This article […]

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​Obtaining a police certificate for the period you’ve resided in China for an Express Entry application can prove difficult, particularly for those no longer in the country. This is because China, in most cases, requires in-person applications and the lack of a national standard for issuing police certificates. Consult with an experienced immigration representative In
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Obtaining a police certificate for the period you’ve resided in China for an Express Entry application can prove difficult, particularly for those no longer in the country. This is because China, in most cases, requires in-person applications and the lack of a national standard for issuing police certificates. Consult with an experienced immigration representative In […]

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​American country music star Charley Crockett was forced to cancel the Canadian portion of his tour after having been denied entry to Canada on account of his criminal record. According to a post on his Instagram account on February 23, 2026, Crockett sought entry to Canada at Kelowna on February 22, only to be told
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American country music star Charley Crockett was forced to cancel the Canadian portion of his tour after having been denied entry to Canada on account of his criminal record. According to a post on his Instagram account on February 23, 2026, Crockett sought entry to Canada at Kelowna on February 22, only to be told […]

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​Canada’s immigration department has clarified the rules around the issuance of special work permits to permanent residence applicants under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). Foreign nationals who have submitted a complete application for permanent residence under the FCIP or RCIP may be eligible for a work permit that
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Canada’s immigration department has clarified the rules around the issuance of special work permits to permanent residence applicants under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). Foreign nationals who have submitted a complete application for permanent residence under the FCIP or RCIP may be eligible for a work permit that […]

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​On February 18, Canada’s immigration department launched a new priority category under the Express Entry system, targeting foreign skilled military recruits to immigrate to the country. This measure signals the importance of these recruits to Canada, a view echoed in the country’s recently released Defense Industrial Strategy—which emphasizes continued immigration initiatives for skilled military personnel
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On February 18, Canada’s immigration department launched a new priority category under the Express Entry system, targeting foreign skilled military recruits to immigrate to the country. This measure signals the importance of these recruits to Canada, a view echoed in the country’s recently released Defense Industrial Strategy—which emphasizes continued immigration initiatives for skilled military personnel […]

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​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has published its first-ever AI strategy. The strategy sets out guiding principles and objectives, identifies opportunities, and provides a framework for categorizing AI use cases. Join the Angus Reid Forum and get $5 in points! According to the published strategy, IRCC aims to implement AI in ways that are
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has published its first-ever AI strategy. The strategy sets out guiding principles and objectives, identifies opportunities, and provides a framework for categorizing AI use cases. Join the Angus Reid Forum and get $5 in points! According to the published strategy, IRCC aims to implement AI in ways that are […]

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​A class of labour-market-impact-assessment (LMIA)-exempt work permits is now being issued under revised rules. Work permits issued on the basis of reciprocal employment through the International Mobility Program are now subject to revised instructions to officers, under the new title “Reciprocal employment general guidelines [R205(b) – C20] – Canadian interests – International Mobility Program.” Schedule
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A class of labour-market-impact-assessment (LMIA)-exempt work permits is now being issued under revised rules. Work permits issued on the basis of reciprocal employment through the International Mobility Program are now subject to revised instructions to officers, under the new title “Reciprocal employment general guidelines [R205(b) – C20] – Canadian interests – International Mobility Program.” Schedule […]

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