Prime Minister Mark Carney has signalled that Canada could eventually move toward a controlled increase in population growth, marking a potentially important shift after several years of tighter immigration policies. The comments come shortly before the federal government is expected to release its next multi-year Immigration Levels Plan. However, applicants should be careful about what...
Author: Eivy Joy Quito
Canada Updates PRRA Rules for Nationals and Former Residents of Israel and Palestine
Canada has introduced a temporary change affecting eligibility for a Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA) for certain nationals and former residents of Israel and Palestine. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) update allows eligible individuals who received certain final negative decisions during a specified period to apply for a PRRA without waiting for the usual...
Canada Invests $1.2 Million to Strengthen Francophone Immigration Across Three Regions
Canada is investing approximately $1.2 million in new projects designed to attract and retain Francophone and bilingual newcomers in Newfoundland and Labrador, Saskatchewan and Northern Ontario. Announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on September 29, 2026, the funding is being provided through the Francophone Immigration Support Program (FISP). The projects offer an important...
Canada Holds Second Skilled Trades Express Entry Draw of 2026, Inviting 3,500 Candidates
Canada has held its second Skilled Trades Express Entry draw of 2026, inviting 3,500 candidates to apply for permanent residence. The October 1 draw had a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 476, one point lower than the previous Skilled Trades draw held in April. The latest selection is important for skilled trades workers...
Latest Express Entry French Draw #418 Issues 4,500 Invitations with a CRS Score of 409
If you speak French and have been working toward Canadian permanent residency, May 28, 2026 just brought great news. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new express entry French draw #418, issuing 4,500 Invitations to Apply. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was 409 points. This is a strong result for Francophone...
New Express Entry CEC Draw #417 Issues 3,000 ITAs
Canada just made a big move for skilled workers already living in the country. On May 27, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a Express Entry CEC draw #417, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). This draw comes after a four-week pause, making it a long-awaited moment for many applicants who have been...
Canada Sport Investment Plan Builds Strong Communities
Canada is moving forward with a broader vision for growth, and the latest update highlights how community development is becoming a key part of national progress. The recent announcement about the Canada Sport Investment Plan shows how the government is linking economic strength to stronger, safer, and more connected communities. Through the Spring Economic Update,...
Canada TR to PR Pathway New Plan Explained
Canada is once again reshaping its immigration strategy, and the latest update on the Canada TR to PR pathway has captured attention across the country. With millions of temporary residents already living, working, and contributing to the economy, this pathway is expected to play a major role in shaping the future of permanent residency. For...
Manitoba PNP Draw #266: 46 Candidates Invited Under Strategic Recruitment
Manitoba held a new provincial immigration selection round through the Manitoba PNP draw #266, inviting 46 candidates to apply for nomination. The draw took place on March 12, 2026, and focused on skilled workers selected through targeted recruitment initiatives designed to address specific labour needs in the province. The invitations were issued through the Skilled...








