Canada’s immigration processing system is under renewed pressure as application volumes rise while staffing levels shrink. New data shows that immigration applications climbed to more than 2.1 million, while backlogged cases exceeding service standards rose by 12.7 percent in the past year. The situation may worsen further, with 300 additional federal immigration jobs scheduled for...
Canada’s immigration system may soon undergo a major operational shift. Immigration Minister Lena Diab has confirmed that Ottawa is working toward implementing digital tools to track when temporary residents leave the country, as nearly 1.9 million temporary visas are set to expire in 2026. This proposal comes amid rising public scrutiny of temporary resident compliance...
Ontario has officially opened its 2026 provincial immigration cycle with a strong signal to employers and foreign workers alike. On February 2, 2026, the province conducted its first Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program invitation rounds of the year under the Employer Job Offer streams, issuing a total of 1,825 invitations to apply. These draws covered the...
Canada has issued 423 Invitations to Apply in Express Entry Draw #393, held on February 3, 2026. This draw was limited to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program and required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System score of 749. The round reinforces a clear trend early in 2026: provincial nominations continue to dominate Express Entry selection....
Every February, Black History Month in Alberta serves as a moment to reflect, learn, and acknowledge the lasting influence of Black communities across the province. It is a time to recognize stories that shaped Alberta’s past while also celebrating present day leadership, creativity, and contribution. Alberta’s growth as a province has always been linked to...
Manitoba has once again taken a focused and strategic approach to immigration by conducting Expression of Interest Draw #263 on January 29, 2026, under the Skilled Worker Stream. The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program continues to prioritize candidates who directly support provincial labour market needs, especially those already connected to employers or communities within Manitoba. This...
Canada’s immigration health coverage system is seeing an important update. As part of Budget 2025 measures, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has announced Changes to the Interim Federal Health Program that will affect how eligible beneficiaries pay for certain supplemental health products and services. The Interim Federal Health Program plays a key role in supporting...
Canada’s demographic future is entering a new phase. On January 27, 2026, Statistics Canada released updated Statistics Canada population projections that outline how the country’s population may evolve from 2025 through 2075. These projections provide a detailed view of potential growth paths based on different assumptions around fertility, mortality, immigration, and interprovincial migration. Under the...
Quebec’s immigration framework has entered a new phase following the provincial government’s decision to reject Montreal’s request for flexibility after the abolition of the Quebec Experience Program. The move confirms that temporary residents who did not submit applications before the program’s cancellation will no longer have access to this pathway, regardless of how established they...
