The number of Canada temporary residents could face further reductions following a recommendation from the C.D. Howe Institute’s Immigration Targets Council. The council is also calling for better tracking of temporary residents who leave Canada after their permits expire. The recommendation comes as the federal government continues to reduce temporary resident admissions and manage the...
Greater Sudbury has been named one of Canada’s Best Locations for 2026 by Site Selection magazine, placing the northern Ontario community among the country’s top locations for economic competitiveness, investment attraction and business growth. The recognition highlights the city’s growing investment activity and could further strengthen its profile among businesses, workers and newcomers exploring opportunities...
Greater Sudbury has received an additional 40 allocations under Canada’s Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP), increasing the community’s allocation for the 2026 calendar year from 45 to 85. The increase was approved by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) following strong demand for the program in Greater Sudbury. The FCIP is designed to help participating...
Saskatchewan is expanding its Rural and Remote Recruitment Incentive (RRRI) to 12 more communities, giving eligible health care professionals additional opportunities to access financial incentives for working in rural areas. The expansion takes effect on September 1, 2026, increasing the number of participating communities from 82 to 94. Under the program, eligible new, permanent full-time...
Canada Ebola travel restrictions have been extended for another 30 days. The measures will remain in place until September 28, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EDT. The Government of Canada has extended temporary border measures introduced in response to the Ebola disease outbreak affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda and South Sudan. The...
An Afghan refugee is challenging a Canadian immigration refusal in Federal Court. The case raises questions about how immigration applications are reassessed after a court orders a fresh review. Afghan refugee Atiqullah Lali has filed a Federal Court challenge after his private sponsorship application was refused for a second time, according to the information provided...
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has released its Statistical Report and Year in Review for 2025, providing an overview of the program’s immigration activity and priorities during the year. The report was released on August 26, 2026, by the Province of British Columbia. It presents statistical information on areas including nominations, occupations,...
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) has launched a new resource designed to help newcomers, workers, students and families settle into the Ontario community. Called Welcome Home: A Guide to Thunder Bay Living, the guide brings together practical information about the city, municipal services, shopping, arts and culture in one resource. The initiative...
The Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association has asked IRCC to create an in-Canada renewal pathway for the Parents and Grandparents Super Visa. Right now, holders must travel abroad to renew, which creates real hardship for elderly or medically vulnerable applicants. No change has been made yet, and current renewal rules still require international travel. What Is...
