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Regions respond to great demand for Canada’s new rural pathway to permanent residence

Canada’s new rural pathway to permanent residence has been met with incredible demand by employers and foreign nationals in participating regions. Local economic development organizations participating in the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) have responded with measures such as tightening eligibility

Super visa provides alternative family reunification pathway for parents and grandparents

Canadian citizens and permanent residents can host their parent(s) or grandparent(s) in Canada for extended periods under the government’s super visa program. For prospective sponsors who did not receive an invitation by lottery under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), the

What kinds of profiles received ITAs in the latest healthcare and social services draw?

Healthcare and social services has been named a priority category in 2025, giving people working in these occupations a much better shot at permanent residence through Express Entry. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has already issued 5,000 invitations to apply

BREAKING: New medical exam requirements for permanent residence applications under Express Entry

Canada’s immigration department will require upfront medical exams for applicants applying for permanent residence through Express Entry. This new requirement will come into effect on August 21, 2025, according to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada’s website. See how competitive your Express

Essential Strategies for the Reading Component of Your CELPIP Test

Building your English skills is crucial for achieving your score goals on your English proficiency test. With a solid foundation in your reading abilities, you’ll find your confidence in all aspects of English will increase. We’ve put together this helpful list

Canada proposes three new occupational categories for Express Entry in 2026

The Canadian federal government is considering creating new Express Entry categories for senior managers, scientists and researchers, and military personal, which would make it easier for foreign nationals in these professions to obtain Canadian permanent residence. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada

Early career workers from these countries can get LMIA-exempt work permits

Under the International Experience Canada (IEC), youth from countries that have bilateral Youth Mobility Agreements (bYMAs) can obtain one- to two-year work permits. IEC work permits are exempt from Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs), making them quicker and easier to obtain

Manitoba holds first provincial draw of August

This week, Manitoba held another round of invitations for skilled workers to apply for a provincial nomination through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Candidates were invited based on their skilled work experience, scores, and participation in targeted strategic recruitment initiatives.

Canada increases funds needed to immigrate through rural pathways for PR by over 30%

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has increased the minimum settlement fund requirement for those immigrating through the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). As of July 29, 2025, foreign nationals need a minimum of

IRCC holds third Express Entry draw of the week

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 2,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed

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