Canada has long been recognized as one of the most welcoming countries for refugees and asylum seekers. But a law that came into force on March 26, 2026, is now being challenged by immigration lawyers and advocacy groups who argue it crosses a constitutional line. The legislation at the centre of this debate is Bill...
Canada has announced new Canada Ebola Border Measures in response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and heightened regional concerns involving Uganda and South Sudan. Beginning May 27, 2026, the federal government will temporarily suspend certain immigration documents for residents of affected countries for 90 days. Additional quarantine requirements will...
Canada just made it significantly easier for certain travellers from Indonesia and Malaysia to visit or connect through the country. Instead of going through the full Canada visa application process, eligible citizens from both nations can now apply for an eTA for Indonesian and Malaysian travellers – a faster, online authorization that takes only minutes...
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...
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...
A new national poll suggests the Conservative Party continues to hold a commanding advantage on Canada immigration policy, even as Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals gain momentum nationally. According to the latest Abacus Data survey, 60% of Canadians believe Conservatives are the best party to manage immigration issues, while only 19% selected the Liberals. The...
There is a feeling in the air that international students around the world once had about Canada. A sense that it was welcoming, stable, and full of opportunity. For a couple of years, some of that confidence dipped. But as ImmigCanada tracks the latest data from around the globe, one thing is becoming clear: international...
Canada is not just a place to live. It is a place to build a future. And for skilled workers around the world, Manitoba has once again opened that door. On May 21, 2026, Manitoba PNP EOI Draw #271 issued 96 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAA) to candidates who had been directly invited through...
Canada issued 6,223 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the International Experience Canada (IEC) program between April 25 and May 22, 2026. The latest IEC Canada work permit draws targeted thousands of young foreign workers seeking open work permits to live and work in Canada temporarily. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), more than...
