Prince Edward Island has introduced a modernized Expression of Interest system for employers seeking endorsements under the Atlantic Immigration Program. The province announced a soft launch of the new system on October 22, 2026. During the transition period, designated employers can use either the new EOI system or the traditional submission process. The change is...
Alberta has released the results of five recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program draws, with invitations continuing to favour candidates connected to healthcare, priority occupations, tourism and hospitality, and law enforcement. The latest selection activity shows that Alberta is continuing to use its immigration program as a targeted labour-market tool rather than relying on one broad...
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced on October 22, 2026, that five individuals face charges arising from a complex immigration fraud investigation in Quebec. The case involves allegations about temporary resident visa applications and supporting documentation. Four accused appeared at the Valleyfield courthouse on the announcement date. A warrant was issued for the fifth...
Memorial University in Newfoundland and Labrador has reported a 45% fall in its international student population between 2023 and 2026. The university counted 4,889 international students in 2023, compared with 2,682 in 2026. The decline comes as Canada continues to adjust its international student program through study permit limits and other policy changes. University and...
New Brunswick has introduced proposed changes to its Employment Standards Act that could strengthen safeguards for people recruited to work in the province. The legislation would regulate foreign worker recruiters, prohibit recruitment fees charged to workers and expand provincial oversight of employers. For international applicants, the most important distinction is that these are proposed protections,...
Canada is increasingly presenting immigration levels and housing capacity as linked policy decisions. The 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan cited in the government material reduces the permanent resident admissions target from 395,000 in 2025 to 380,000 in 2026. It also sets a target of 385,000 new temporary resident arrivals in 2026, compared with more than 673,000...
Manitoba’s Health Care Retention and Recruitment Office has supported the recruitment of 137 physicians since 2024, according to the provincial government. The office was established as part of Budget 2024 to help bring medical professionals into Manitoba communities. The announcement offers a snapshot of the province’s response to health-care staffing needs, while also raising an...
Public concern about immigration levels in Canada appears to have eased compared with 2025, according to a new EKOS poll conducted for the Association for Canadian Studies. The survey found that 45% of respondents believe Canada admits too many immigrants, while 31% said the current level is about right and 13% said Canada does not...
Manitoba invited 1,304 candidates to apply under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program on October 22, 2026. The latest selection, Expression of Interest Draw #282, included candidates already working in Manitoba and applicants connected to provincial strategic recruitment initiatives. The round illustrates Manitoba’s continued use of targeted immigration selection to support employers, communities and people with...
