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Canada to appoint new deputy minister of immigration

On March 4, 2026, the office of Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the appointment of a new deputy minister of immigration, refugees, and citizenship, to “take effect in the coming weeks.” Ted Gallivan, who currently serves as interim deputy national security

Over 5,000 Express Entry candidates invited at lowest cut-off score in the past year

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 5,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French-language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to

Start date announced for long-awaited ‘money back’ guarantee on Canadian passport applications

Beginning April 1, 2026, Canadian citizens can expect to have their passport applications processed within 30 business days, or receive their passport for free. Individuals who do not have their applications processed within this time frame will be issued a full

Millions of Americans can get Canadian passports under new law

Millions of citizens of the United States are now eligible to claim dual citizenship with Canada, and can thereby obtain Canadian passports. Schedule a Free Dual Citizenship Consultation Under the latest Canadian citizenship law, people with Canadian ancestry have automatically become

How a one-year diploma can transform your CRS score

Pursuing a one-year diploma, in Canada or abroad, can significantly increase your chance of receiving an invitation to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. Particularly when combined with language results and/or Canadian work experience, a one-year diploma can make you

CRS cut-off score hovers near two-year low in latest Canadian Experience Class draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed

A quiet change has reshaped Express Entry’s skilled trades category

A vastly different set of foreign nationals is being prioritized for Canadian permanent residence under the Express Entry trade occupations category, which has been identified as a priority category for selection of permanent residents in 2026. Following the removal of Cooks

Canada announces $100M in scholarships for Indian students under new education measures

Indian nationals wishing to study in Canada can now benefit from millions of dollars in scholarship rewards, facilitated study pathways, and even hybrid campuses, with the signing of a new talent strategy between the two nations. Discover your options to study

Express Entry candidates with provincial nominations invited in latest draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 264 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed

Second intake window for Saskatchewan’s Nominee Program has opened for applications

The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has officially opened its second intake window for capped sector applications. Beginning March 2, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. EST, employers in capped sectors may submit applications for SINP candidates in the following sectors: Accommodation and