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With the Start-Up Visa Program now closed, what options are entrepreneurs left with?

Although Canada closed its Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program on January 1, 2026, immigrant entrepreneurs seeking permanent residence (PR) are not out of options. While foreign nationals await the launch of the new targeted pilot intended to replace the SUV, they can

In landmark ruling, court upholds ability to challenge return of immigration applications for incompleteness

A federal court has upheld the right for applicants to challenge the return immigration applications for incompleteness. This is a landmark ruling in Canadian law, for under Canada’s current immigration system, an application being returned as incomplete is often the worst

Canada ranks among the world’s top 10 most powerful passports for 2026

Henley & Partners just released their latest global passport rankings, and the Canadian passport continues to place among the top 10 most powerful passports worldwide. The Henley Passport Index listed Canada as coming in eighth out of nearly 200 passports, offering

IRCC freezes list of PGWP-eligible fields of study for 2026

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will not be updating its current list of educational programs that are eligible for the post-graduation work permit (PGWP) in 2026. IRCC confirmed the freeze in a website update posted on January 15, 2026. That

IRCC’s January processing sees wait times decline for multiple programs including CEC, AIP, and Super Visa

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its processing times for permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship applications—and wait times have declined for many. Most notably, wait time for Atlantic Immigration Program submissions has finally decreased (by four months), and

Some foreign workers can apply for a TFWP work permit without an LMIA

If you’re in Canada with a valid work status, you may be able to apply for a work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) even if your employer doesn’t have a positive or neutral Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)

Workers in these occupations stand the best chance of receiving PR through Express Entry

Working in certain occupations for as little as six months can greatly increase your chances of receiving an invitation to apply for Canadian permanent residence (PR) To access these benefits, candidates must gain work experience in one of the occupations contained

The Yukon announces its 2026 nomination allocation, priorities, and intake periods

The Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) has been allocated 282 nomination slots for 2026, and will open its first intake period on January 19. Many of the YNP’s 2026 priorities mirror those set by the territory in 2025, with some notable additions.

We asked AI to predict Canadian immigration in 2026. Here’s what it said

In 2026, the Canadian government is expected to make numerous announcements regarding its immigration system. From the launch of new pathways to permanent residence (PR) to tightening eligibility for work permits, these changes are expected over the course of the year.

Immigration no longer top concern for Canadians – is the era of rapid change over?

A new report from Nanos Research shows that immigration levels in Canada are no longer the primary concern for Canadians, showcasing shifting voter priorities. Over 1,000 people were surveyed over a four-week period leading up to December 26, 2025, and findings

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