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IRCC conducted the first draw of the year for Skilled Trades candidates under Express Entry
On September 18, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held this year’s first occupation-specific Express Entry draw...
Sep 19
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IRCC conducted the second-ever Express Entry draw for education occupations
On September 17, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second occupation-specific Express Entry draw for...
Sep 19
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Ottawa invited 228 candidates in the new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw
On September 15, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #366. The Government of Canada...
Sep 19
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IRCC updated Quebec study permit requirements to enhance clarity for international students
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced significant updates to the study permit guidelines for students...
Sep 15
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Ottawa invited over 3,500 candidates under the International Experience Canada program
Over the past month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC)...
Sep 12
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IRCC modernizes DNA testing procedures: New guidelines enhance citizenship and immigration processes
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has comprehensively updated its DNA testing framework, effective September 5, 2025....
Sep 11
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Canada’s refugee claims in 2025: India leads in the first half of the year
Recent Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) data reveal diverse immigration patterns in the first half of 2025, with India...
Sep 11
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Ottawa held a new Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates
On September 4, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for French language proficiency...
Sep 8
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IRCC conducted a new CEC draw under Express Entry
On September 3, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for the Canadian Experience Class...
Sep 8
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The Government of Canada conducted a new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw
On September 2, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #363. The Government of Canada...
Sep 3
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IRCC’s Express Entry strategy for 2025: Key insights from ATIP notes
A recently released internal memo, shared through ATIP notes by Mandeep Lidher, offers a rare glimpse into Immigration, Refugees and...
Aug 28
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IRCC held a new Express Entry draw for healthcare workers
On August 19, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the fourth occupation-specific Express Entry draw of the...
Aug 20
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Ottawa invited 192 PNP candidates under Express Entry
On August 18, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw #361. The Government of Canada...
Aug 19
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Canada will require biometrics for citizenship applications starting in 2026–2027
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced plans to implement mandatory biometric collection for all citizenship...
Aug 18
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IRCC introduces mandatory upfront medical exams for Express Entry permanent residence applications starting August 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a significant policy change requiring all Express Entry permanent...
Aug 14
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IRCC expands Express Entry categories for 2026: Leadership, science, and military roles added
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched its annual consultation for the 2026 Express Entry program, signalling...
Aug 14
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Canada invited over 10k IEC candidates over the past month
Over the past month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC)...
Aug 11
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Canada increases settlement funds for RCIP and FCIP immigration pathways by over 30%
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented a significant increase to the minimum settlement fund requirements...
Aug 11
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IRCC conducted an Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates after a 5-month pause
On August 8, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for French language proficiency...
Aug 11
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The Government of Canada invited a thousand CEC candidates under Express Entry
On August 7, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for the Canadian Experience Class...
Aug 8
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