Canada has confirmed its immigration direction for 2027 to 2029, maintaining permanent resident admissions at 380,000 annually while setting a target of 370,000 new temporary resident arrivals each year. The latest Immigration Levels Plan 2027-2029 signals a continued focus on skilled workers, regional labour market requirements and a more predictable immigration system. The announcement brings...
Canada is celebrating French-speaking newcomers. On November 2, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) marked the 14th National Francophone Immigration Week. Minister Lena Metlege Diab issued a statement under the theme “Finding your place within the Francophonie community.” The message was warm and clear. French-speaking immigrants help Francophone and Acadian minority communities outside Quebec...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its instructions for certain in-Canada work permit applications where an LMIA decision is still pending. The change removes the previous 90-day holding limit for eligible applications that qualify for concurrent processing. The update could be important for temporary foreign workers whose Canadian work permits are close to...
Canada and the European Union are moving toward a deeper partnership that could create new opportunities for students, researchers, skilled workers and young professionals. Under the newly launched Canada-EU Alliance for the Future, both sides announced plans to expand cooperation in education, research, skills development and mobility. One of the most important developments for young...
Canada’s payroll employment fell by 49,600 jobs in August 2026, while the number of job vacancies remained largely unchanged at 507,200, according to new Statistics Canada data. The decline follows a smaller decrease of 15,700 payroll employees in July. At the same time, average weekly earnings continued to rise, reaching $1,354.55, up 3.7% from a...
British Columbia has issued 772 invitations to apply in its latest BC PNP Skills Immigration draw, marking the largest selection under the province’s High Economic Impact pathway on October 29, 2026. The draw focused on candidates who could contribute strongly to British Columbia’s labour market and economy. Of the 772 invitations, 524 went to candidates...
Newfoundland and Labrador invited 85 candidates through its latest immigration selection round on October 29, 2026. The province issued invitations through both the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). The latest round was the province’s 20th selection round of 2026, bringing the year’s total number of invitations to...
Canada has released its first comprehensive national security policy in more than two decades, introducing a new Plan for a Stronger Canada focused on sovereignty, strategic autonomy and national resilience. Released in October 2026, the federal strategy identifies eight areas as critical to Canada’s long-term security: emerging technologies, critical minerals, defence, energy, transportation, pharmaceuticals and...
Prince Edward Island has introduced a modernized Expression of Interest system for employers seeking endorsements under the Atlantic Immigration Program. The province announced a soft launch of the new system on October 22, 2026. During the transition period, designated employers can use either the new EOI system or the traditional submission process. The change is...
