Canada’s Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab has formally marked World Refugee Day 2026, issuing a statement that honours both the milestone anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention and Canada’s long-standing commitment to protecting those who flee danger. This year’s observance holds added significance as it coincides with the 75th anniversary of the international refugee protection...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has temporarily waived the standard 12-month waiting period for certain Ugandan nationals to apply for a Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA). This applies to those who received a final negative decision on their refugee claim, a previous PRRA, or a Federal Court decision between June 20, 2025, and June 19,...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada held its second express entry CEC draw #420 invitation round of the month on June 23, 2026. This time, the spotlight was on the Canadian Experience Class. IRCC issued 4,000 Invitations to Apply, and the minimum CRS score landed at 516 points. Anyone tied at that exact score was ranked...
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) issued 743 invitations across 7 immigration draws between June 5 and June 15, 2026. While the numbers themselves are important, the bigger story is what these invitations reveal about Alberta’s immigration priorities and which workers may have the strongest opportunities for provincial nomination moving forward. The latest draws targeted...
The Government of Canada published proposed regulations on June 19, 2026, that would fundamentally reshape how asylum claims are received, processed, and decided in this country. The proposed rules introduced under the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act aim to establish clear timelines, strengthen protections for vulnerable claimants, and help eligible applicants access work...
Canada has held its first Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Express Entry draw #419 since May 2026, issuing 955 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score of 730. If you already have a provincial nomination linked to your Express Entry profile, this draw confirms that a nomination remains one of the...
On June 18, 2026, British Columbia issued 279 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through its BC Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) Skills Immigration stream under the High Economic Impact category. Invitations went to candidates earning at least $62/hour and $125,000 annually in NOC TEER 0–3 roles, and to candidates with a minimum registration score of 136 points....
Immigrant Homeownership in Canada continues to grow despite ongoing housing affordability challenges. A new study found that homeownership rates among recent immigrants increased between 2018 and 2021, while rates among Canadian-born residents declined during the same period. The findings suggest that many newcomers continue to prioritize homeownership as part of their long-term settlement plans, even...
The AAIP Eligibility Explorer is the latest digital tool introduced by Alberta to help prospective immigrants identify immigration pathways that match their qualifications. Launched on June 17, 2026, the interactive tool simplifies the process of exploring Alberta immigration options and may help candidates begin their immigration journey with greater confidence. Finding the right immigration stream...
