February 2026 – Page 4 – skg immigration

Canadians can now travel to China visa-free

As of February 17, 2026, Canadian passport holders will now be able to travel to China without requiring a visa, for stays of up to 30 days. This policy will remain effective until at least December 31, 2026. Per an announcement

Futureproof Your Marketing Career with the Chartered Marketer Designation

Moving forward in your marketing career requires strategic decisions about professional development. The Chartered Marketer (CM) designation is the only professional marketing designation in Canada—and it’s becoming a key differentiator in our competitive job market. Understanding how this program can accelerate

Canadian Experience Class candidates invited at lowest CRS cut-off score since 2024

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system, in a surprise statutory holiday draw. The immigration department issued 6,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be

Holding dual citizenship with Canada – what you need to know

With the world entering a new order characterized by increased geopolitical instability over that seen in recent decades, people around the world have been pursuing dual citizenship, both for increased direct benefits and as a way of hedging their bets. As

Provincial nominees invited in surprise Express Entry draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 279 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed

Canada is limiting the number of online passport renewals—here is how to get yours through

If you’re applying to renew your passport online, you’ll be subject to a daily cap on applications. You’ll be able to create an online account any time you like, but if the cap has been hit, you won’t be allowed to

How does IRCC determine cut-off scores for Express Entry draws?

When conducting draws through Express Entry, the federal government does not make a decision about the cut-off score under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) at which to invite candidates to apply for permanent residence. What takes place is, in fact, the

Manitoba invites skilled workers in-Canada and abroad, in first draw of the month

This week, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) for provincial nomination through both the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways. The province invited candidates through both of these pathways, based on

British Columbia issues 400+ invitations to apply for provincial nomination in back-to-back draws

The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has issued no fewer than 474 invitations to apply (ITAs) over two days of draws—to both skilled workers and entrepreneurs wishing to settle permanently in the province. The majority of skills immigration (SI)

Five tips for landing your first job in Canada after graduating as an international student

Breaking into the Canadian job market can be challenging for the many international student graduates seeking employment on their post-graduation work permits (PGWPs). Finding a job upon graduation is challenging even for native-born Canadians, let alone international students, many of whom

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