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IRCC conducted August’s first Express Entry draw for PNP candidates

On August 6, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw #358. The Government of Canada...

Aug 8

Canada reduces experience requirements for caregiver immigration pathways, enhancing opportunities for foreign workers

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced significant amendments to the Home Child Care Provider and Home Support...

Jul 31

IRCC enhances transparency with new officer decision notes for visa refusals

Starting July 29, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented a significant service improvement by...

Jul 31

Ottawa conducted the third Express Entry draw for healthcare and social workers

On July 22, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the third occupation-specific Express Entry draw of the year...

Jul 23

Canada updates guidelines for marine workers in the transportation sector under the International Mobility Program

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced significant revisions to the guidelines governing foreign nationals in...

Jul 21

IRCC updated the Recognized Employer Pilot for streamlined work permit processing

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has released new policy guidelines for the Recognized Employer Pilot (REP), enhancing the...

Jul 18

Ottawa invited 3,000 Canadian Experience Class candidates in the new Express Entry draw

On July 8, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for the Canadian Experience Class...

Jul 10

IRCC conducted July’s first Express Entry draw, targeting PNP candidates

On July 7, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw #354. The Government of Canada issued...

Jul 8

The Government forgave over 17,500 foreign criminal convictions, sparking a debate over transparency

Federal data reveals that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has granted rehabilitation status to more than 17,500...

Jul 7

Canada increases financial requirements for study permits by over CAD 2,000 starting September 2025

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced revised financial support requirements for study permit applications,...

Jul 7

IRCC unveils new foreign worker stream for agriculture and fish processing sectors to address labour shortages

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced plans to develop a specialized foreign labour stream targeting...

Jul 2

IRCC conducted new IEC draws and invited over 7,000 candidates in June 2025

Over the past month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC)...

Jun 30

Ottawa invited 3,000 Canadian Experience Class candidates under Express Entry

On June 12, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for the Canadian Experience Class...

Jun 13

IRCC implements revised work permit processing procedures for the IEC program following border policy modifications

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a significant modification to the work permit application process for...

Jun 12

Ottawa invited over 8,000 IEC candidates in May

Over the past month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC)...

Jun 2

IRCC reports an increase in immigration application inventories

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the data on immigration inventories and backlogs. According to the last...

Jun 2

IRCC warns against rising "dummy work permit" applications from unqualified applicants

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has raised concerns about the increasing trend of "dummy work permit" applications,...

May 29

IRCC updated the International Mobility Program for business owners seeking temporary residence

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced significant modifications to the International Mobility Program (IMP),...

May 29

Hundreds of federal job cuts at CRA and ESDC

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) are cutting hundreds of positions as part of federal...

May 27

IRCC prioritizes Francophone immigration in latest policy guidance

Internal messaging guidance revealed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) showcases the government's strengthened...

May 21