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Affected by US halt on immigration applications from 19 countries? Consider Canada’s Express Entry

On December 2, 2025, the Trump administration put an indefinite pause on the processing of immigration applications submitted by nationals from 19 countries deemed “high risk.” Included in this pause are green card applications, meaning nationals from affected countries such as

The MPNP’s first draw of December prioritizes candidates in Manitoba

On December 5, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) invited nearly 185 candidates to apply for provincial nomination. The MPNP extended invitations to candidates through its Skilled Worker Stream, selecting candidates through its Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker

Last chance for Manitoba PNP candidates to qualify for a special two-year work permit

Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) candidates with expired or soon-to-expire work permits have until December 16, 2025, at 12:59 a.m. EDT to apply for a Manitoba support letter. With a Manitoba support letter, eligible candidates can apply to the federal government

Are you leaving CRS points on the table? Common omissions that are lowering your score

Your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score may be higher than you think. Many candidates within Canada’s Express Entry system may be omitting factors that could increase their CRS scores, due to unfamiliarity with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC’s) rules. Considering

Canada’s policy changes offer boon to incoming study-to-immigrate cohort

The incoming cohort of international students can expect to benefit from recent cuts to the international student program, if they hope to settle in Canada as permanent residents (PRs) after their studies. The idea that cuts to the student program will

Committee amends Carney’s border bill to limit sweeping executive powers

Amendments to Canada’s border bill set limits to the governor general’s ability to cancel or suspend immigration applications, and to cancel, vary, or suspend immigration documents such as work permits, study permits, and permanent resident cards. Discover if You Are Eligible

Borrowing Basics for Newcomers to Canada

Moving to Canada is a fresh start. It also brings new financial decisions, including when and how to borrow. Understanding the basics of personal lending may help you plan ahead, avoid stress, and build a strong financial foundation. Here are five

Can moving to another province help me secure Canadian PR?

Temporary residents in Canada may be able to boost their immigration chances by moving to another province and applying through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). While most PNP streams have a prior residency requirement, there are some provincial pathways open to

Looking to move to Canada as an American? Here are your work permit options

Canada recently ranked as the top country Americans want to move to in 2026, according to a new survey. Nearly a quarter (24.4%) of respondents who are considering a move abroad chose their northern neighbour, citing cost of living, safety, and

Canada increases immigration fees

The federal government has increased several immigration fees, effective December 1, 2025. The fees affected by this increase include: Inadmissibility-related fees; and The International Experience Canada (IEC) work permit processing fee. Schedule a Free Legal Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law

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