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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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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