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The Government of Canada held a new Express Entry draw and invited 2,500 healthcare workers
On October 15, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the fifth occupation-specific Express Entry draw of the year for candidates working in healthcare and social services occupations. In round #373, IRCC issued 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITA), and the cut-off score was 472 points (2 points more than the last draw). The tie-breaking rule for this round was May 12, 2025, at 23:17:30 UTC. This year, Canada issued 74,183 ITAs across 43 Express Entry dra
Oct 17, 2025


Ottawa invited 345 PNP candidates in the Express Entry draw #372
On October 14, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #372. The Government of Canada issued 345 Invitations to Apply (ITA) for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in this draw. This round’s cut-off score was 778 points, 77 points fewer than the previous PNP-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was July 17, 2025, at 19:58:49 UTC. As of October 13, 2025, 248,342 profiles were registered in the Express En
Oct 15, 2025


IRCC invited nearly 5,000 candidates under the IEC program
Over the past month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC) pools. From September 6 to October 10, Canada invited 4,965 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit. As of October 10, 39,279 candidates were registered in the pool and awaiting invitations. Canada issued 1 ITA for Andorra, 719 ITAs for Australia, 12 ITAs for Austria, 13 ITAs for Belgium, 1 ITA for Chile, 8 ITAs for Costa Rica, 19
Oct 14, 2025


IRCC updates fee requirements for permanent resident travel document applications abroad
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its policy guidance regarding permanent resident travel documents (PRTD) for Canadians abroad. Effective October 9, 2025, the updated instructions clarify that a $50 fee must accompany all PRTD applications under subsection 31(3) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. The PRTD enables permanent residents without valid status documents to return to Canada after meeting residency requirements. IRCC confir
Oct 13, 2025


Canada extends open work permit program for temporary residents seeking permanent residency until 2026
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a significant extension to its public policy regarding open work...
Oct 7, 2025


IRCC invited 4,500 Francophone candidates in the new Express Entry draw
On October 6, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for French language proficiency...
Oct 7, 2025


Filipino workers face deportation due to administrative errors in work permit renewals
Three Filipino construction workers in Dartmouth may be forced to leave Canada due to administrative errors in their work permit renewal...
Oct 6, 2025


Ottawa invited 1,000 CEC candidates through Express Entry
On October 1, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for the Canadian Experience Class...
Oct 6, 2025


IRCC announced new guidelines on SAH status changes and refugee application processing
On September 29, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released updated instructions on Sponsorship Agreement Holder...
Sep 30, 2025


IRCC issued 291 invitations in the Express Entry draw #369 with a record-high CRS of 855
On September 29, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #369. The Government of Canada...
Sep 30, 2025
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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025
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