Canada's immigration department updated processing times on April 29, 2026. Work permit applicants from Pakistan now wait just 8 weeks — down from 16. Nigeria dropped from 13 to 7 weeks. Study permits improved too. Visitor visas, however, got slightly slower across the board.
Canada invited 4,000 people to apply for permanent residence on April 29, 2026. The draw targeted French-language proficiency candidates with a CRS minimum score of 400. This is the 26th Express Entry draw of 2026 — and the fifth French-language draw this year.
Nova Scotia announced a new priority system for its Provincial Nominee Program on April 27, 2026. Healthcare workers and skilled tradespeople are now the top priority — and are the only group open to applicants from outside Canada. Everyone else must already be living and working in Nova Scotia to qualify.
IRCC released updated processing times on April 15, 2026. Citizenship approvals are fast, but some categories are delayed. See exactly what to expect for your application in 2026.
Canada's new asylum rules under Bill C-12 are now in force. Tens of thousands of refugee claimants could face removal. Learn who is affected and what your options are in 2026.
Ontario's OINP issued 1,334 invitations on April 15, 2026 under the In-Demand Skills stream. See which workers were targeted and how to qualify for the next Ontario PNP draw.
Canada issued 4,000 ITAs in the April 15 Express Entry French-language draw. See the CRS cut-off score and find out if you qualify to apply for permanent residence.
The April 14 Canadian Experience Class Express Entry draw sent 2,000 ITAs but with a surprisingly high CRS cut-off. Find out the score and what it means for CEC candidates in 2026.
Canada's updated CMA unemployment rates for LMIA low-wage positions are now in effect from April 10, 2026. See how this affects your employer's ability to hire foreign workers.
Visiting Canada for the FIFA World Cup 2026? You may need a visitor visa or eTA depending on your country. Here's exactly what you need and how to apply before tournament time.
Alberta's AAIP invited healthcare, construction and manufacturing candidates in its latest draws. See which occupations qualified and how to apply for Alberta provincial nomination.
Canada introduced new rules to fast-track US healthcare workers — including nurses and physicians — for Canadian work permits and permanent residence. Here's how it works.
Canada held its first Express Entry draw under the new Trades category in April 2026. Electricians, plumbers, welders and other tradespeople may now have a faster path to PR.
Canada changed eligibility for free newcomer settlement services starting April 1, 2026. Find out if you still qualify for free language training, job help, and settlement support in 2026.
Canada plans to shut down current Express Entry programs and launch a replacement. Find out how this major change could affect your permanent residency application in 2026.
Canadian passport fees increased on March 31, 2026. If you are renewing or applying for your first Canadian passport, here are the new prices and what you need to apply.
Canada's new Proof of Citizenship rules mean millions — including Americans with Canadian parents or grandparents — can now claim citizenship. See how the process works in 2026.
Canada passed Bill C-12 in March 2026 — the most sweeping immigration reform in decades. Here's what it changes for Express Entry, asylum, and your permanent residency path.
Millions of Americans are now legally entitled to Canadian citizenship — and a Canadian passport — under a new law that took effect in December 2025. If you have a Canadian parent, grandparent, or any Canadian ancestor, you may already be a Canadian citizen without knowing it.
Canada will welcome 380,000 new permanent residents per year from 2026 to 2028. See which categories get the most spots and what this means for your immigration timeline.
Government instructions suggest Canada's Parents and Grandparents Program could reopen in 2026. Here's what sponsors need to prepare now and when to expect the intake announcement.
IRCC released 2026 provincial and territorial allocations under the international student cap. Find out how many study permits your province is allowing and what this means for applicants.
Canada launched a digital visa pilot program in late 2025. If it expands in 2026, it could change how visitor visas and work permits are issued. Here's what we know so far.
IRCC updated the Post-Graduation Work Permit field of study requirements in 2025. International students must study in eligible programs or risk losing PGWP eligibility. See the full list.