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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

Canada invites healthcare workers in first category-based Express Entry draw of December

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 1,000 ITAs in a draw for Healthcare and social services candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed

Four Reasons to Keep Your CELPIP Score Updated!

Once you’ve taken your CELPIP Test and achieved your score goals, it is essential to ensure that you keep your CELPIP score up to date for the following practical reasons: Book a CELPIP Test Date Most immigration applications have validity limits

Interested in Canada’s H-1B pathway? Maximize your chances by keeping these documents ready

Having the necessary documents ready ahead of time is essential for those looking to apply for Canada’s upcoming pathway for H-1B visa holders. In 2023, the federal government launched an open work permit program for holders of United States H-1B visas.

Permanent residence pathways you can qualify for with NCLC level 5 French

Even French-speakers with initial intermediate language abilities have several pathways to Canadian permanent residence (PR) open to them. Canada is intensifying its push to grow Francophone immigration outside Quebec, aiming for a French-speaking PR admissions target of 10.5% by 2028, compared

Canada launches new streams to attract and retain top research talent from abroad

The Canadian government has launched its Research Talent Initiative—a new suite of programs that will help the country attract “leading international researchers” to the country. As part of this initiative, Canada will launch three new streams to welcome and retain “leading

Express Entry: 6,000 CEC invitations issued in largest draw in more than 16 months

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

These are the biggest changes coming to Express Entry in 2026

Express Entry, Canada’s main application management system for skilled immigration, is set to undergo some big updates in the coming year. In 2026, the federal government will continue to target skilled workers from specific occupational categories to help it meet gaps

These are the occupations eligible for IRCC’s new physicians category

Some dermatologists, pediatricians, psychiatrists, and other doctors now have a more streamlined pathway to Canadian permanent residence (PR). On December 8, Immigration Minister Lena Diab announced the creation of a new Express Entry category dedicated to physicians with Canadian work experience.

Do I have to move to Canada to sponsor my spouse?

If you are outside of Canada currently, you may have to move to sponsor your spouse, depending on whether you are a citizen or permanent resident—however, your loved one’s ability to travel during the application process drastically changes, depending on if