International Experience Canada starts 2026 season as work permit pools open

​International Experience Canada (IEC) pools have officially reopened, allowing eligible foreign youth to submit a candidate profile for the 2026 season. Under the program, citizens from 36 select countries (aged 18–30 or 18–35) can live and work in Canada for up to two years with an IEC-specific work permit. Throughout the year, Immigration, Refugees and
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International Experience Canada (IEC) pools have officially reopened, allowing eligible foreign youth to submit a candidate profile for the 2026 season. Under the program, citizens from 36 select countries (aged 18–30 or 18–35) can live and work in Canada for up to two years with an IEC-specific work permit. Throughout the year, Immigration, Refugees and […]

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Canada closes Start-up Visa Program, will launch new entrepreneur pathway to permanent residence

​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is putting the brakes on some of its business programs to set the foundation for a new pilot for immigrant entrepreneurs. On December 19, the department announced that it will no longer accept applications for the optional work permit available to Start-Up Visa (SUV) applicants, except for those already
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is putting the brakes on some of its business programs to set the foundation for a new pilot for immigrant entrepreneurs. On December 19, the department announced that it will no longer accept applications for the optional work permit available to Start-Up Visa (SUV) applicants, except for those already […]

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Home care worker pathways to permanent residence won’t re-open in 2026

​Foreign nationals seeking permanent residence through Canada’s home care worker pilots will not be able to apply in 2026. In Ministerial Instructions published in today’s Canada Gazette, the immigration department wrote that it will accept no applications under these pilots for the next application period, which runs from March 31, 2026 to 30 March, 2027.
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Foreign nationals seeking permanent residence through Canada’s home care worker pilots will not be able to apply in 2026. In Ministerial Instructions published in today’s Canada Gazette, the immigration department wrote that it will accept no applications under these pilots for the next application period, which runs from March 31, 2026 to 30 March, 2027. […]

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British Columbia becomes first province to announce its nomination allocation for 2026

​British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has announced its 2026 nomination allocation, and it is lower than the province requested for the year. It is the first province to do so, with more expected to follow suit in the coming weeks or months. The BC PNP published this announcement on its official PNP updates webpage
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British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has announced its 2026 nomination allocation, and it is lower than the province requested for the year. It is the first province to do so, with more expected to follow suit in the coming weeks or months. The BC PNP published this announcement on its official PNP updates webpage […]

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Four lessons from Express Entry’s largest draw ever, so you can catch the next one

​In periods of huge invitation issuances, prepared candidates thrive, while others miss out on their opportunity to immigrate—regardless of their CRS score. In the last 30 days, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more than 30,000 invitations to apply (ITAs)—a huge number of invitations for the Express Entry system, but one that was
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In periods of huge invitation issuances, prepared candidates thrive, while others miss out on their opportunity to immigrate—regardless of their CRS score. In the last 30 days, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more than 30,000 invitations to apply (ITAs)—a huge number of invitations for the Express Entry system, but one that was […]

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Planning Your Move to Canada: A Simple Newcomer Checklist

​If you are planning a move to Canada, a bit of preparation may help your transition feel smoother. There are a few practical areas to look at before you leave, such as reviewing your work documents, getting financially ready, learning about available newcomer services may help you prepare for your move to Canada. Learn more
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If you are planning a move to Canada, a bit of preparation may help your transition feel smoother. There are a few practical areas to look at before you leave, such as reviewing your work documents, getting financially ready, learning about available newcomer services may help you prepare for your move to Canada. Learn more […]

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Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program reaches 2025 nomination allocation

​The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has used its entire 2025 nomination allocation, according to a program update issued on December 17. The OINP stated that it issued a total of 10,750 nominations to applicants across 2025. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams What this means for applicants Despite Ontario hitting its 2025 cap,
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The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has used its entire 2025 nomination allocation, according to a program update issued on December 17. The OINP stated that it issued a total of 10,750 nominations to applicants across 2025. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams What this means for applicants Despite Ontario hitting its 2025 cap, […]

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Non-permanent residents and homeownership in Canada: What new StatCan data shows

​A new report from Statistics Canada suggests that non-permanent residents (NPRs) play a far smaller role in Canada’s housing market than public perception might suggest, despite ongoing debates around immigration levels and housing affordability. According to the report (released on December 11, 2025), less than 1% of all homeowners in Canada were NPRs at the
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A new report from Statistics Canada suggests that non-permanent residents (NPRs) play a far smaller role in Canada’s housing market than public perception might suggest, despite ongoing debates around immigration levels and housing affordability. According to the report (released on December 11, 2025), less than 1% of all homeowners in Canada were NPRs at the […]

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LinkedIn vs Express Entry profile: Could online resumes trigger misrepresentation concerns?

​Publicly visible information on your LinkedIn profile can be reviewed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and has the potential to affect the final decision on your Express Entry application. As a practical measure, ensure your LinkedIn profile is accurate, current, and consistent with the information submitted in your Express Entry profile, as this
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Publicly visible information on your LinkedIn profile can be reviewed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and has the potential to affect the final decision on your Express Entry application. As a practical measure, ensure your LinkedIn profile is accurate, current, and consistent with the information submitted in your Express Entry profile, as this […]

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Express Entry competition eases as over 4,000 top-scoring profiles leave the pool

​Competition has finally begun to ease in the Express Entry pool, in the face of large draws and consistent candidate selections. Over the last month, the number of top-scoring profiles (501 – 1200) has dropped by 4,928 profiles, down 18.2% from a high of 27,110 profiles just one month ago. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
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Competition has finally begun to ease in the Express Entry pool, in the face of large draws and consistent candidate selections. Over the last month, the number of top-scoring profiles (501 – 1200) has dropped by 4,928 profiles, down 18.2% from a high of 27,110 profiles just one month ago. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada […]

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