Ontario announces its nomination allocation for 2026 – and it’s higher than the year prior

​The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has released its nomination allocation for the year, with the number of slots it received having increased compared to last. For 2026, the federal government has granted the OINP a total of 14,119 nominations to distribute to nominees across its eight provincial immigration streams. Assess your eligibility for enhanced
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The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has released its nomination allocation for the year, with the number of slots it received having increased compared to last. For 2026, the federal government has granted the OINP a total of 14,119 nominations to distribute to nominees across its eight provincial immigration streams. Assess your eligibility for enhanced […]

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You may be eligible for expedited processing of your citizenship application — here’s how

​Permanent residents seeking a grant of citizenship can currently expect to have their applications processed within approximately 13 months—a wait time of over one year. Certain individuals, however, may be eligible for urgent processing of their citizenship application if they are an “exceptional case” warranting this need. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the
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Permanent residents seeking a grant of citizenship can currently expect to have their applications processed within approximately 13 months—a wait time of over one year. Certain individuals, however, may be eligible for urgent processing of their citizenship application if they are an “exceptional case” warranting this need. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the […]

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ITA faster than CEC: Alternatives for international graduates and students in Canada

​International students and graduates in Canada have access to multiple provincial pathways that could lead to an invitation for permanent residence (PR) faster than through Express Entry’s Canadian Experience Class (CEC). This is because many of these alternative Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams feature greatly reduced work experience requirements, as compared to the CEC’s one
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International students and graduates in Canada have access to multiple provincial pathways that could lead to an invitation for permanent residence (PR) faster than through Express Entry’s Canadian Experience Class (CEC). This is because many of these alternative Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams feature greatly reduced work experience requirements, as compared to the CEC’s one […]

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Express Entry: Candidates in this situation can receive an ITA before their score goes up

​Despite not being widely known, some candidates in the Express Entry pool can and do receive invitations to apply (ITAs), despite having a lower Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score than the cut-off for that draw. This situation most often comes up when a candidate is within the 60-day ITA validity window of completing a new
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Despite not being widely known, some candidates in the Express Entry pool can and do receive invitations to apply (ITAs), despite having a lower Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score than the cut-off for that draw. This situation most often comes up when a candidate is within the 60-day ITA validity window of completing a new […]

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Alberta kickstarts 2026 by issuing over 1,100 invitations across four draws

​The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has published details of its latest provincial immigration draws, held between January 26 and February 2, 2026. Over this period, Alberta issued 1,169 invitations across its: Dedicated Health Care Pathways (Express Entry and non-Express Entry); The Alberta Express Entry Stream’s Accelerated Tech Pathway; and The Alberta Opportunity Stream. Assess
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The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has published details of its latest provincial immigration draws, held between January 26 and February 2, 2026. Over this period, Alberta issued 1,169 invitations across its: Dedicated Health Care Pathways (Express Entry and non-Express Entry); The Alberta Express Entry Stream’s Accelerated Tech Pathway; and The Alberta Opportunity Stream. Assess […]

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Citizens of these 10 countries can hold dual citizenship with Canada

​Canadian law fully recognizes dual and multiple nationalities, meaning individuals can become Canadian citizens without being expected to give up their existing citizenship(s). However, by the very nature of dual citizenship, an individual’s ability to hold two passports is subject to the laws of both countries involved. If you wish to pursue Canadian citizenship (through
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Canadian law fully recognizes dual and multiple nationalities, meaning individuals can become Canadian citizens without being expected to give up their existing citizenship(s). However, by the very nature of dual citizenship, an individual’s ability to hold two passports is subject to the laws of both countries involved. If you wish to pursue Canadian citizenship (through […]

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New Brunswick invites skilled workers, in-province graduates, and French speakers in latest draws

​On February 2, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) conducted two draws, extending over 300 invitations to apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination. The province invited candidates through two provincial immigration streams, focusing on French speakers, those already working in NB or who have a qualifying job offer, and qualifying graduates or letter of interest
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On February 2, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) conducted two draws, extending over 300 invitations to apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination. The province invited candidates through two provincial immigration streams, focusing on French speakers, those already working in NB or who have a qualifying job offer, and qualifying graduates or letter of interest […]

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New rules for processing of study permit applications

​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has published updated instructions to officers on the processing of study permit applications with respect to provincial or territorial attestation letters (PALs/TALs), with good news for international students pursuing joint programs. Under the new instructions, published on IRCC’s website on February 6, 2026, students in joint programs only require
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has published updated instructions to officers on the processing of study permit applications with respect to provincial or territorial attestation letters (PALs/TALs), with good news for international students pursuing joint programs. Under the new instructions, published on IRCC’s website on February 6, 2026, students in joint programs only require […]

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Canada holds largest category-based draw in Express Entry history

​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 8,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 400; 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 8,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 400; and Created an […]

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This easy-to-use tool can help you build eligibility for priority permanent residence categories

​Canada is prioritizing French speakers and individuals with qualifying work experience in select sectors and occupations for permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry’s category-based selection (CBS). To qualify for a priority occupational category, you must have six months of full-time, continuous work experience in a single eligible occupation within the last three years (in Canada
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Canada is prioritizing French speakers and individuals with qualifying work experience in select sectors and occupations for permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry’s category-based selection (CBS). To qualify for a priority occupational category, you must have six months of full-time, continuous work experience in a single eligible occupation within the last three years (in Canada […]

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