Quebec issues invitations for permanent selection through PSTQ

​On July 3, Québec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI) held immigration selections under all four streams of the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). A total of 501 provincial immigration candidates received invitations in this draw, with the greatest share going to workers with intermediate and manual skills (stream 2). Learn more about your
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On July 3, Québec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI) held immigration selections under all four streams of the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). A total of 501 provincial immigration candidates received invitations in this draw, with the greatest share going to workers with intermediate and manual skills (stream 2). Learn more about your […]

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Newfoundland and Labrador selects candidates for provincial immigration

​On July 10, Newfoundland and Labrador issued a total of 57 invitations to provincial immigration candidates through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). This draw, the eighth this year, represents the province’s smallest invitation round of 2026. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Draw details This
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On July 10, Newfoundland and Labrador issued a total of 57 invitations to provincial immigration candidates through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). This draw, the eighth this year, represents the province’s smallest invitation round of 2026. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Draw details This […]

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10 questions to ask before hiring an immigration lawyer for Canadian citizenship by descent

​If you think you may be eligible for Canadian citizenship by descent, hiring an immigration lawyer can help with your application. We spoke with an immigration lawyer at Cohen Immigration Law to outline 10 questions worth asking before you hire a representative. Get a Free Consultation on Applying for Proof of Canadian Citizenship 1. Is
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If you think you may be eligible for Canadian citizenship by descent, hiring an immigration lawyer can help with your application. We spoke with an immigration lawyer at Cohen Immigration Law to outline 10 questions worth asking before you hire a representative. Get a Free Consultation on Applying for Proof of Canadian Citizenship 1. Is […]

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Your ancestor’s Canadian birth could make you a citizen, thanks to Bill C-3

​Birthright citizenship has been in the spotlight this past week after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump’s order seeking to end it in the United States. While the president and the court may not agree on the issue, birthright citizenship isn’t a concept unique to the U.S. Dozens of countries recognize some form
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Birthright citizenship has been in the spotlight this past week after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump’s order seeking to end it in the United States. While the president and the court may not agree on the issue, birthright citizenship isn’t a concept unique to the U.S. Dozens of countries recognize some form […]

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How to confirm with IRCC whether your ancestor was a Canadian citizen before you apply for proof of citizenship

​There’s a request you can submit to the Canadian government that can benefit your citizenship by descent application in two important ways, and most applicants have never heard of it. The first: it hands you the exact names, dates, and file numbers to put on your application, so the government’s own records check confirms your
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There’s a request you can submit to the Canadian government that can benefit your citizenship by descent application in two important ways, and most applicants have never heard of it. The first: it hands you the exact names, dates, and file numbers to put on your application, so the government’s own records check confirms your […]

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British Columbia issues invitations to skilled workers in priority care and construction occupations

​On July 9, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) held a targeted occupation-based draw inviting more skilled workers to apply for provincial nomination. The province selected “highly qualified workers” across a variety of in-demand sectors, including those in care-based occupations and construction trades. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams This marks the eighth
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On July 9, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) held a targeted occupation-based draw inviting more skilled workers to apply for provincial nomination. The province selected “highly qualified workers” across a variety of in-demand sectors, including those in care-based occupations and construction trades. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams This marks the eighth […]

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The Supreme Court just narrowed the field for trans athletes in America. Some of those families are already Canadian citizens

​On June 30, the US Supreme Court upheld state bans on transgender student athletes playing girls’ and women’s sports. The 6-3 decision in West Virginia v. B.P.J. and Little v. Hecox kept laws in West Virginia and Idaho intact and strengthened similar ones in more than two dozen states. The ruling further capped a run
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On June 30, the US Supreme Court upheld state bans on transgender student athletes playing girls’ and women’s sports. The 6-3 decision in West Virginia v. B.P.J. and Little v. Hecox kept laws in West Virginia and Idaho intact and strengthened similar ones in more than two dozen states. The ruling further capped a run […]

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This Canadian city placed among the top 10 most livable in the world

​Vancouver, British Columbia, has ranked among the top 10 most livable cities in the world, in the 2026 Global Liveability Index released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) It is the only North American city to make it onto the EIU’s top 10 list, for the second consecutive year. The 2026 edition of the EIU’s
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Vancouver, British Columbia, has ranked among the top 10 most livable cities in the world, in the 2026 Global Liveability Index released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) It is the only North American city to make it onto the EIU’s top 10 list, for the second consecutive year. The 2026 edition of the EIU’s […]

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Low-wage LMIA processing restrictions lifted for eight regions, including Halifax, Winnipeg, and Regina

​Beginning July 10, the federal government will start processing low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications in eight regions across Canada, including in Halifax, Winnipeg, and Regina. Other regions, such as Saskatoon and Kamloops, are now no longer eligible for low-wage LMIA processing until at least October 9. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation From
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Beginning July 10, the federal government will start processing low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications in eight regions across Canada, including in Halifax, Winnipeg, and Regina. Other regions, such as Saskatoon and Kamloops, are now no longer eligible for low-wage LMIA processing until at least October 9. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation From […]

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Canada holds second-ever Express Entry draw for senior managers with Canadian work experience

​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 500 ITAs in a draw for senior managers with Canadian work experience. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 392; 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 500 ITAs in a draw for senior managers with Canadian work experience. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 392; and Created an […]

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