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BREAKING: Bill C-3 takes effect, giving many a clear pathway to Canadian citizenship

Thousands of lost Canadians previously affected by the first-generation limit (FGL) to citizenship by descent are now eligible to gain Canadian citizenship. On December 15, 2025, “Bill C-3, “An Act to Amend the Citizenship Act (2025)” became law. “This new legislation

Spousal sponsorship: How to prove your relationship is genuine

To sponsor your loved one for Canadian permanent residence (PR), you must satisfy the immigration officer reviewing your case that your relationship is genuine. The authenticity of your relationship can be proven by providing various types of evidence and supporting documentation

Five questions to ask before hiring an immigration representative

Immigrating to Canada is high stakes, prompting many newcomers to work with immigration representatives for work permit and permanent residence applications. Here are five questions you should always ask before deciding to hire an immigration representative: What are my chances of

British Columbia invites hundreds of candidates in first program draw in more than two months

On December 10, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held a new skills immigration invitation round. The draw targeted hundreds of candidates that the province believes will create a high economic impact. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams

Snowstorm caught you off guard? Here’s how to be better prepared for the next one

From subzero temperatures to heavy snowfall and icy roads, Canadian winters can present a tough adjustment for those experiencing them for the first time. With winter already in full effect, it’s essential to be prepared for the next big snowstorm coming

Quebec invites over 1,800 candidates across various sectors and occupations through the PSTQ

On December 4, Quebec invited over 1,870 individuals to apply for permanent selection through the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). This latest selection round comes after a three-month hiatus, and saw invitations distributed through all four of the program’s streams: Stream

IRCC’s December processing times bring positive news for many study permit, PGP applicants

The latest processing times published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada(IRCC) show a decrease in wait time for numerous application types compared to a month ago. Notable improvements can be seen for certain temporary residence applications (such as work and study

Avoid graduate work permit refusals: IRCC releases new instructions on how to prevent crucial mistake

In recent months, some international student graduates have seen their Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) applications refused for missing language tests and/or proof of field of study requirements in their applications. The omission is understandable: due to what Canada’s immigration department describes

Skilled workers in these occupations can get a work permit within two weeks

Highly skilled workers in specialized tech or in-demand occupations may be eligible for expedited work permit processing. The Global Talent Stream (GTS) of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) targets foreign nationals with a job offer in one of 22 eligible

OINP issues over 1,100 invitations across five draws after two-month pause

On December 10, Ontario extended a total of 1,133 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination across five draws, after having held no draws since October 9. Candidates across three Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) streams received invitations, including the Employer

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