Canada Plans New Single Immigration Program to Replace Express Entry Streams Canada is preparing for a significant transformation of its flagship immigration system, as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) outlines plans to replace the current Express Entry structure with a newly designed, simplified program. The proposal, part of the...
Alberta Introduces New Fee for Immigration Candidates Under Worker Streams In a significant policy update, Alberta has announced a new fee for foreign nationals seeking to apply under its provincial immigration program. Effective April 7, 2026, candidates submitting a Worker Expression of Interest (WEOI) through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program...
Newfoundland and Labrador Conducts Latest PNP Draw, Invites 245 Candidates Newfoundland and Labrador has continued its active start to 2026 with another round of invitations under its provincial immigration pathways. The province conducted its second draw of the year on March 30, inviting skilled candidates through both its nomination and...
Ontario Issues 759 ITAs in New OINP Draw Ontario has launched its first immigration draw of April 2026 with a strong focus on skilled trades and resource sector professionals. Through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program, the province invited 759 candidates working in construction and mining-related occupations to apply for provincial...
Canada Issues 3,000 ITAs in First Trades Express Entry Draw of 2026 Canada has conducted a new Express Entry draw, this time focusing on skilled trades professionals for permanent residence. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the latest round on April 2, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under...
Canada Issues 2,250 ITAs in Latest CEC Express Entry Draw as CRS Holds at 509 Canada has conducted another Express Entry draw, this time inviting candidates with Canadian work experience to apply for permanent residence. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada held the latest round on March 31, issuing 2,250 Invitations...
Canada Invites 356 Provincial Nominees in Latest Express Entry Draw as CRS Reaches 802 Canada has carried out another targeted Express Entry draw, this time focusing on candidates nominated by provinces. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the latest round on March 30, issuing 356 Invitations to Apply (ITAs)...
PEI Conducts One of Its Largest Immigration Draws of 2026 Prince Edward Island has carried out one of its most significant immigration draws of the year, reinforcing its continued efforts to attract skilled workers aligned with the province’s economic priorities. The latest selection round took place on March 20, 2026,...
Ontario Invites 1,112 Candidates in Multi-Stream Immigration Draws Across Regions In a major round of invitations, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted five targeted draws on March 25, 2026, issuing a total of 1,112 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). These invitations were extended to foreign workers, international graduates, and skilled...
Canada Cuts Temporary Visa Processing Times Across Key Categories Canada has reported a noticeable improvement in temporary residence application processing timelines, offering faster decisions for applicants across several major visa categories. The latest update from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada confirms that wait times have either reduced or remained stable,...