Prince Edward Island experienced an exceptional year for tourism in 2025, welcoming 1.87 million visitors, marking a 10 percent increase compared with the previous year. The province also recorded strong growth in visitor spending, highlighting its growing popularity as one of Canada’s most attractive travel destinations. According to provincial officials, visitor spending increased 12.4 percent,...
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Newfoundland and Labrador Issues 445 Invitations in First Immigration Draws of 2026
Newfoundland and Labrador has begun its immigration selection rounds for 2026 by issuing 445 invitations through its Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The draws were conducted on March 6, 2026, marking the first provincial immigration invitations issued this year. Out of the total invitations, 362 were issued through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee...
International Experience Canada Program Continues to Welcome Youth in 2026
Canada continues to open doors for young people from around the world who wish to gain work experience while exploring life in one of the most welcoming countries on earth. The IEC 2026 Invitations to Apply process is already underway, giving eligible youth the opportunity to obtain work permits and experience Canadian culture, workplaces, and...
Canada Temporarily Halts Deportations to Israel and Lebanon Amid Rising Regional Risks
Canada has taken a measured step to protect lives during a period of rising tension in the Middle East. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced a temporary halt on removals to Israel and Lebanon, citing growing security risks affecting civilians across the region. This move reflects Canada’s careful approach to immigration enforcement. While the...
New Brunswick Immigration Draws Invites Candidates Through NBPNP and Atlantic Immigration Program
Canada continues to strengthen its immigration system by giving provinces a strong role in selecting skilled workers who can contribute to local economies. The New Brunswick immigration draws March 2026 reflect this strategy as the province issued new invitations through multiple immigration pathways. Between March 3 and March 6, 2026, New Brunswick invited candidates through...
CILA Proposes Canadian Business Immigration Council to Reform Strategy
Canada’s business immigration system could soon see major reform following new recommendations from the Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association. In its report titled Engine of Growth, CILA proposes the creation of a Canadian Business Immigration Council to modernize how Canada selects entrepreneurs and investor immigrants. The report highlights a sharp decline in business immigration admissions from...
Canada Holds First Express Entry Draw #402 for Senior Managers, Inviting 250 Candidates
Canada continues to expand its immigration strategy by introducing targeted pathways for skilled professionals with leadership experience. In a historic move, the government conducted the Express Entry draw for Senior Managers #402 on March 5, 2026, marking the first time this category has been used to invite candidates for permanent residence. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship...
Canadian Passport Fees Increase in 2026: What Changes on March 31 and What It Means for Travellers
If you are planning a summer trip, renewing ID, or applying for your first travel document, here is one update you should not miss. A Canadian passport fee change is scheduled for the end of March 2026, and it is tied to inflation. That means the fee you pay for a passport will move up,...
Express Entry Draw #401 Invites 5,500 French-Language Candidates as CRS Drops to 397
Canada has conducted another major immigration round through the Express Entry system. In Express Entry Draw 401, held on March 4, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 5,500 candidates under the French-language proficiency category to apply for permanent residence. The draw recorded a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 397, one of...








