Author: ImmigCanada Team

LMIA Processing Times in Canada Updated
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LMIA Processing Times in Canada Updated for Employers and Workers in 2026

Canada continues to rely on skilled international workers to support its labour market and economic development. One of the key tools used to hire foreign workers is the Labour Market Impact Assessment. The latest LMIA processing times in Canada provide important insights for employers and foreign workers planning employment opportunities in the country. A Labour...

Express Entry Draw #399
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Express Entry Draw #399 Issues 264 PR Invitations Through Provincial Nominee Program

Canada has begun March 2026 with another targeted round under the Express Entry system. In Express Entry Draw #399, held on March 2, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada invited 264 candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) to apply for permanent residence. This draw continues Canada’s strategy of prioritizing applicants who already hold provincial...

RCIP and FCIP Work Permits Canada
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RCIP and FCIP Work Permits Canada 2026 – New 5 Year Pilots Unlock Pathways for Rural and Francophone Communities

Canada immigration continues to evolve with bold, region-focused initiatives designed to support smaller communities and strengthen long-term economic growth. The latest RCIP and FCIP Work Permits Canada 2026 update introduces two new five-year pilot programs that aim to attract, integrate, and retain skilled foreign workers in rural and Francophone communities. These new pilots are not...

Express Entry Provincial Nominees
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Express Entry Provincial Nominees Earn Higher Salaries Than Base Stream Candidates

A new joint study released on February 25, 2026, by Statistics Canada and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals that provincial nominees selected through the Express Entry system are achieving stronger economic outcomes compared to those admitted through base Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams. The research analyzed immigration data between 2016 and 2024, examining...

Canada Immigration Study
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Canada Immigration Study Finds Entry Status Key to Immigrant Success

Canada immigration has long been admired for attracting skilled professionals, international students, and workers who strengthen the country’s economy. A recent study has now added a fresh perspective. It suggests that success in Canada often depends not only on qualifications but also on how immigrants first enter the country. This insight is important for anyone...

75-Day Fast-Track Licensing
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Manitoba Introduces 75-Day Fast-Track Licensing for International Pharmacists

Manitoba has launched a new streamlined registration pathway designed to accelerate the licensing process for internationally trained pharmacists. The policy, introduced in December 2025, reduces licensing timelines from approximately 4.5 years to just 75 days. Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara stated that faster licensing will improve access to pharmacy services, particularly in rural and underserved communities...

Canada Immigration Bill C-12
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Canada Immigration Bill C-12 Advances Despite Debate Over Immigration Powers

Canada immigration policy continues to evolve as Bill C-12 moves closer to becoming law. The legislation recently cleared an important Senate committee stage, allowing immigration related provisions to remain unchanged despite strong discussion among policymakers. The final vote expected soon could make this bill a defining moment in Canada’s immigration regulation for 2026. The bill...

Canada Ukraine Immigration Support
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Canada Ukraine Immigration Support Marks Fourth Anniversary Of Ukraine War

Canada Ukraine immigration support remains a defining part of the country’s humanitarian response as the fourth anniversary of the Ukraine conflict is marked. The ongoing situation has displaced millions of people and reshaped global migration patterns. Canada continues to play a key role by providing protection, settlement assistance, and long-term opportunities for Ukrainian nationals seeking...

International Health Graduates
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Canada Sees Surge in International Health Graduates Staying After Graduation

Canada’s healthcare workforce continues to evolve, and new statistics indicate that international graduates are increasingly choosing to remain in the country after completing their studies. A Statistics Canada report released on February 25, 2026, shows a strong rise in retention among international health graduates. According to the data, 68% of international health graduates from the...