British Columbia has opened 2026 with a confident and clear signal to global entrepreneurs. The province is actively welcoming experienced business leaders who are ready to build, invest and grow within Canada’s most dynamic economy. On January 13, 2026, British Columbia conducted the first British Columbia PNP Entrepreneur Stream draw of the year, inviting seven...
Manitoba has started 2026 with a targeted immigration selection that reinforces its focus on workforce-driven growth. The Manitoba PNP Draw, officially listed as Expression of Interest Draw number #262, reflects the province’s continued use of strategic recruitment to address labour shortages and regional development priorities. Held on January 15, 2026, this draw invited 55 candidates...
The Yukon Nominee Program allocation for 2026 has been officially confirmed, with the territorial government receiving 282 nomination spaces to support employers facing ongoing labour shortages. According to the announcement, the program will operate through two structured intake periods, giving businesses a clearer and more predictable pathway to hire and retain foreign workers already contributing...
Canada is witnessing a major shift in its Express Entry selection trends. In 2025, French speaking Express Entry applicants have emerged as a dominant group in permanent residence invitations, reshaping how skilled immigration is progressing across the country. This change has caught the attention of many skilled professionals worldwide. Some with high scores are waiting....
Canada recorded another significant drop in international travel activity in December 2025, as total arrivals fell 12.7 percent year over year, marking the 11th consecutive month of decline, according to Statistics Canada. The decrease reflects ongoing changes in travel patterns, cross-border movement, and economic conditions affecting both visitors and returning residents. Preliminary data shows that...
Canada’s capital has officially emerged as the top-ranked city in North America for quality of life, according to a newly released 2026 Quality of Life Index. The global ranking places Ottawa ahead of major metropolitan centres such as New York, Toronto, Vancouver, and Washington, D.C., highlighting the city’s growing appeal for residents, professionals, and newcomers...
Canada ended 2025 with a labour market that showed stability, resilience, and important signals for job seekers. The Canada employment report December 2025 revealed that overall employment remained steady while wages continued to rise and healthcare hiring gained momentum. Although unemployment increased slightly, the broader picture points to a labour market that is adjusting rather...
Canada has always stood as a global leader in humanitarian protection and refugee support. Yet, as new data from the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada reveals, the country is now facing an unprecedented surge in refugee protection claims, appeals, and pending cases. The growing volume is reshaping how Canada manages asylum requests and highlights...
Manitoba’s post-secondary education sector is facing growing financial strain after the federal government reduced international student allocations by 40%, cutting the province’s total from 18,591 seats in 2025 to 11,196 in 2026. The sharp reduction has already triggered falling enrolment numbers and revenue losses across universities and colleges, raising concerns about long-term sustainability and program...
