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First Express Entry draw of July sees lowest PNP cut-off score this year

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 534 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 708; and Created an Express Entry candidate
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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 534 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 708; and Created an Express Entry candidate […]

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July 6, 2026/by Ali

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Your Canadian citizenship ceremony: what to expect and how to prepare

The final step to becoming a naturalized Canadian citizen is attending a citizenship ceremony, which can involve different requirements depending on the format. Citizenship ceremonies are conducted virtually via a video conference (most common) or in person in a ceremony room at a local Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) office. Schedule a Free Canadian
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The final step to becoming a naturalized Canadian citizen is attending a citizenship ceremony, which can involve different requirements depending on the format. Citizenship ceremonies are conducted virtually via a video conference (most common) or in person in a ceremony room at a local Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) office. Schedule a Free Canadian […]

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July 6, 2026/by Ali

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Seven reasons you think you don’t qualify for Canadian citizenship by descent (and why you probably do)

You might actually be a Canadian citizen and not even realize it. On December 15, 2025, Bill C-3 came into effect, removing the first-generation limit that previously cut off citizenship by descent after one generation born outside Canada*. Get a Free Consultation on Applying for Proof of Canadian Citizenship That change opened the door for
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You might actually be a Canadian citizen and not even realize it. On December 15, 2025, Bill C-3 came into effect, removing the first-generation limit that previously cut off citizenship by descent after one generation born outside Canada*. Get a Free Consultation on Applying for Proof of Canadian Citizenship That change opened the door for […]

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July 5, 2026/by Ali

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Manitoba invites 77 skilled workers to apply for provincial nomination in latest selection round

On July 2, Manitoba issued more invitations to apply through its Skilled Worker Stream, to candidates directly invited by the province under a strategic recruitment initiative. A total of 77 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued through this draw. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams This selection round was the 13th conducted
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On July 2, Manitoba issued more invitations to apply through its Skilled Worker Stream, to candidates directly invited by the province under a strategic recruitment initiative. A total of 77 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued through this draw. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams This selection round was the 13th conducted […]

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July 5, 2026/by Ali

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British Columbia holds provincial immigration draw targeting entrepreneurs across two PR pathways

On June 30, British Columbia conducted a new selection round through its Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) category. The province targeted entrepreneurs with plans to establish a new business or acquire and grow an existing business in the province. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams This marks the province’s seventh selection round in 2026 targeting entrepreneurs.
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On June 30, British Columbia conducted a new selection round through its Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) category. The province targeted entrepreneurs with plans to establish a new business or acquire and grow an existing business in the province. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams This marks the province’s seventh selection round in 2026 targeting entrepreneurs. […]

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July 5, 2026/by Ali

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This Fourth of July, Americans are discovering that they are Canadian too

This Fourth of July, millions of Americans will light the grill, pour a drink, and watch the fireworks without knowing they’ve quietly gained far more options for themselves. A door to Canadian citizenship, with all the travel, healthcare, retirement, and social benefits that status entails, opened for them in December 2025, with the passage of
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This Fourth of July, millions of Americans will light the grill, pour a drink, and watch the fireworks without knowing they’ve quietly gained far more options for themselves. A door to Canadian citizenship, with all the travel, healthcare, retirement, and social benefits that status entails, opened for them in December 2025, with the passage of […]

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July 4, 2026/by Ali

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Alberta invites over 1,000 candidates across six selection rounds, targets healthcare, aviation, and tech workers

Between June 17–June 29, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) held six draws, through which it issued 1,037 invitations to apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination. Invitations were sent to professionals across a variety of in-demand sectors, including healthcare, aviation, and tech; tourism and hospital workers also received invitations. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams
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Between June 17–June 29, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) held six draws, through which it issued 1,037 invitations to apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination. Invitations were sent to professionals across a variety of in-demand sectors, including healthcare, aviation, and tech; tourism and hospital workers also received invitations. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams […]

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July 4, 2026/by Ali

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A common reason Express Entry candidates miss their ITA deadline, and how to avoid it

Once an Express Entry candidate receives an invitation to apply (ITA), they must submit a complete application for permanent residence (PR) within 60 days, with all required documentation included. Police certificates in particular can take a long time to obtain, and failure to do so before the 60-day countdown runs out can put your PR
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Once an Express Entry candidate receives an invitation to apply (ITA), they must submit a complete application for permanent residence (PR) within 60 days, with all required documentation included. Police certificates in particular can take a long time to obtain, and failure to do so before the 60-day countdown runs out can put your PR […]

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July 3, 2026/by Ali

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Understanding Canada’s Healthcare System: What Newcomers Need to Know

When you’re settling into life in Canada, healthcare may not be the first thing on your mind.Between finding a place to live, setting up your finances, and getting to know your new community, there is already a lot to think about. Locate a TD Branch Near You Canada’s healthcare system may be different from the
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When you’re settling into life in Canada, healthcare may not be the first thing on your mind.Between finding a place to live, setting up your finances, and getting to know your new community, there is already a lot to think about. Locate a TD Branch Near You Canada’s healthcare system may be different from the […]

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July 2, 2026/by Ali

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Temporary residence wait times fall in latest IRCC processing update

On July 2, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) published updated processing times for various temporary residence applications, with good news for work permit applicants. Work permit processing times continued to ease for in-Canada applicants, falling by another 15 days to their lowest level this year; applicants from Nigeria also saw a one-week improvement. Schedule
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On July 2, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) published updated processing times for various temporary residence applications, with good news for work permit applicants. Work permit processing times continued to ease for in-Canada applicants, falling by another 15 days to their lowest level this year; applicants from Nigeria also saw a one-week improvement. Schedule […]

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July 2, 2026/by Ali