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Applying for PR through the Parents and Grandparents Program? Avoid these common mistakes

If you’ve received an invitation to apply in response to your interest to sponsor form, this may be your only opportunity to sponsor your parent(s) or grandparent(s) for permanent residency. To maximize your chances of a successful application, avoid the following

7 Key Strategies for the Writing Component of your CELPIP Test

We know that for some test takers, making sure their written English skills measure up to their speaking, reading, and listening skills can be a challenge. By following these key strategies, you’ll build confidence in your writing and feel prepared for

Altona/ Rhineland in Manitoba announces priority sectors and designated employers for rural pathway to permanent residence

The community of Altona/ Rhineland has revealed its list of priority sectors, occupations and designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). The Altona/Rhineland RCIP covers the Town of Altona, and the Municipality of Rhineland, both located in southern Manitoba.

Citizens of these European countries can obtain LMIA-exempt work permits

Citizens of certain European Union (EU) member states have an advantage when seeking Canadian work permits. If you hold citizenship in one of 27 eligible countries, you may qualify for a work permit through the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade

The Parents and Grandparents Program is now open

Starting today, 28 July, the federal government will begin sending out invitations to apply (ITAs) to permanent residents and Canadian citizens wishing to sponsor their parents or grandparents. Invitations will be sent out by lottery. The selected prospective sponsors will be

Nova Scotia will not process certain applications for provincial nomination

Some applicants to the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program (NS PNP) will not have their applications processed. The NS PNP has received applications in 2025 in excess of its allocation for the year, so is unable to extend nominations to all

Quebec issues first invitations under the Skilled Worker Selection Program

On July 17, Quebec issued its first invitations under the new Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). The invitations targeted individuals already living in Quebec, with a focus on those who speak French, have work experience or educational credentials from within the

Canada launches new supports for internationally educated nurses

Qualifying nurses educated abroad can now access tailored support to help them integrate into the Canadian workforce through the Pre-Arrival and Post-Arrival Supports and Services Program (PASS). Nurses located outside Canada who have yet to immigrate to Canada but have obtained

What we can learn from Express Entry draws in 2025 thus far

The Express Entry draws in 2025 reveal several patterns. This article will cover: The types of draws, compared to 2023 and 2024; The number of ITAs issued, compared to 2023 and 2024; The cut-off scores for each draw type; and What

IRCC backlog increases again, despite progress on study permit applications

As of June 30, there were 842,800 applications in Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)’s backlog. This marks another rise in the application backlog, from 802,000 at the end of May — a 5.02% increase. Consult with an experienced immigration representative

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