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Live Webinar: Understanding Borrowing and Credit in Canada: An Introduction for Newcomers

Starting life in a new country may come with many questions. How to go about borrowing? What is credit? How do credit scores work? And which products may be right for you? Join CanadaVisa and TD for a live online webinar

Spousal sponsorship: how your loved one can start living and working in Canada ASAP

Sponsored spouses and common-law partners can apply for an open work permit (OWP) while their permanent residence (PR) application is in process, as long as they are in Canada with their sponsor and meet certain conditions. Getting an OWP for your

Saving and Investing for Newcomers: Understanding TFSAs and RRSPs

For newcomers to Canada, saving and investing are important steps toward building financial security. Two popular options you may hear about are the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Both accounts offer valuable features and tax

Which professions give you the best shot at a provincial nomination for Express Entry-aligned PNP streams?

Most Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) have priority sectors and occupations that they target and prioritize for permanent residence (PR). If you are currently employed or have a job offer in an eligible in-demand profession, your chance of getting a provincial nomination

Express Entry: Second monthly CEC draw sees CRS cut-off drop to lowest since July

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

Top ways to boost your CRS score for getting permanent residence through Express Entry

When seeking permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry, boosting even a single factor by one step can gain you 50 or more Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points, which could put you over the threshold to receive an invitation to apply (ITA)

Canada announces 2026 study permit cap, plans 7% reduction in permits issued

The Canadian government has announced how many study permits it plans to issue in 2026. On November 25, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) revealed that it will issue up to 408,000 study permits for international students in the coming year.

Qatari citizens can now travel to Canada visa-free

Qatari citizens can now travel to Canada without needing a visa to enter the country. On November 25, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that it would be removing visa requirements for Qatari citizens, a change which took effect at

IRCC holds second-largest PNP draw of the year as CRS cut-off score drops to nine-month low

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 777 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed

How long does it take to get permanent residence through Express Entry?

The time needed to navigate Canada’s Express Entry system on the journey to permanent residence (PR) can vary widely: from a few months to a multi-year process. The exact timeline depends on each candidate’s personal circumstances, their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)

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