The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has released the official requirements for its new Ontario Workforce Priority stream, which replaced the previous OINP pathways. The stream includes three pathways: TEER 0–3 occupations, TEER 4–5 occupations, and self-employed physicians. The published guidance confirms eligibility criteria, work experience, language, education, employer requirements, and application procedures. Officials encourage candidates and employers to revie

On July 20, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #427 for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. The Government of Canada issued 511 Invitations to Apply (ITAs), and the round’s cut-off score was 744 points, 36 points more than the previous PNP-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was May 26, 2026, at 18:11:36 UTC. As of July 19, there were 231,533 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, t

Alberta released the results of the recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) immigration draws. In the first half of July, the province invited 1,177 candidates under six streams. The AAIP invited 833 Alberta Opportunity Stream and 42 Rural Renewal Stream candidates, as well as 92 Express Entry and 51 non-Express Entry candidates under the Dedicated Health Care Pathway. Additionally, the province issued invitations to 149 candidates under the Alberta Express Entry

On July 10, 2026, Newfoundland and Labrador held the eighth round of selection through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, issuing a total of 57 invitations. Of these, 17 were sent to candidates under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), while 40 went to applicants through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Last year, Newfoundland and Labrador invited a total of 3,376 applicants under the NLPNP and AIP. So far, the province has

On July 10, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second Express Entry draw for senior managers with Canadian work experience. IRCC issued 500 Invitations to Apply (ITA) in the fourth draw of the week. In round #426, the cut-off score was 392, 37 points fewer than the previous draw for senior managers. The tie-breaking rule for this round was March 15, 2026, at 01:46:05 UTC. As of July 5, 2026, 235,127 profiles were registered in the Express Entry

On July 9, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the seventh Express Entry draw of the year for French-language proficiency candidates. In round #425, IRCC issued 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to francophone candidates. The cut-off score of this draw was 420 points – 11 points more than the last draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was May 15, 2026, at 08:04:00 UTC. So far this year, Canada has issued 96,601 ITAs across 37 Express Entry draws

On July 7, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. IRCC issued 2,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in this draw. In round #424, the cut-off score was 517 points, one point more than it was in the previous CEC-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was December 29, 2025, at 17:49:27 UTC. As of July 5, 2026, 235,127 profiles were registered in the Express Entry pool. So fa

On July 6, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #423 for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. The Government of Canada issued 534 Invitations to Apply (ITAs), and the round’s cut-off score was 708 points, 22 points fewer than the previous PNP-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was June 4, 2026, at 14:49:51 UTC. As of July 5, there were 235,127 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year, th

As of July 2, IRCC has updated its estimated processing times for several immigration and temporary residence applications. Applications for work permits submitted from within Canada are currently processed in 129 days, while study permits take approximately 7 weeks and visitor visas 38 days. For applicants outside Canada, work permit processing ranges from 4 weeks in the United States to 9 weeks in India, while study permit processing ranges from 4 weeks in the Philippines t

Alberta released the results of the recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) immigration draws. From June 16 to June 29, the province invited 1,037 candidates under six streams. The AAIP invited 720 Alberta Opportunity Stream and 61 Tourism and Hospitality Stream candidates, as well as 46 Express Entry and 75 non-Express Entry candidates under the Dedicated Health Care Pathway. Additionally, the province issued invitations to Express Entry candidates, including 100

On June 25, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second occupation-specific Express Entry draw of the year for candidates working in healthcare and social services occupations. In round #422, IRCC issued 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITA), and the cut-off score was 475 points (8 points more than the last draw for this category). The tie-breaking rule for this round was May 21, 2026, at 12:14:09 UTC. As of June 21, 2026, 239,645 profiles were regist

On June 24, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second Express Entry draw for Physicians with Canadian Work Experience. IRCC issued 271 Invitations to Apply (ITA) in this draw. In round #421, the cut-off score was only 223 points. The tie-breaking rule for this round was May 31, 2026, at 18:13:49 UTC. As of June 21, 2026, 239,645 profiles were registered in the Express Entry pool. So far in 2026, the Government of Canada has issued 85,067 invita

The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration met to discuss the upcoming 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan. Ministers focused on returning immigration to sustainable levels while addressing regional labour shortages. The Federal Government reiterated its plan to reduce the temporary population to less than 5 percent by late 2027. Provincial and territorial ministers emphasized that the Provincial Nominee Program is the best tool for local economic needs. They requested

On June 23, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. IRCC issued 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in this draw. In round #420, the cut-off score was 516 points, two points fewer than it was in the previous CEC-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was April 14, 2026, at 00:03:10 UTC. As of June 21, 2026, 239,645 profiles were registered in the Express Entry pool. So f

On June 22, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #419 for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. The Government of Canada issued 955 Invitations to Apply (ITAs), and the round’s cut-off score was 730 points, 75 points fewer than the previous PNP-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was March 09, 2026, at 01:02:28 UTC. As of June 21, there were 239,645 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool. This year

Alberta released the results of the recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) immigration draws. From June 5 to June 15, the province invited 743 candidates under seven streams. The AAIP invited 462 Alberta Opportunity Stream and 54 Rural Renewal Stream candidates, as well as 49 Express Entry and 35 non-Express Entry candidates under the Dedicated Health Care Pathway. Additionally, the province issued invitations to 50 healthcare professionals, 37 agriculture worker

On June 10, 2026, Newfoundland and Labrador held the seventh round of selection through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, issuing a total of 108 invitations. Of these, 89 were sent to candidates under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), while 19 went to applicants through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Last year, Newfoundland and Labrador invited a total of 3,376 applicants under the NLPNP and AIP. So far, the province ha

On June 3, 2026, Alberta released the results of several recent Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) draws. Between May 20 and June 2, 2026, the province issued 1,550 invitations across multiple streams and pathways. The largest draw took place on May 27 through the Alberta Opportunity Stream, which invited 993 candidates with a minimum score of 51. Alberta also invited 200 candidates through the Accelerated Tech Pathway on May 29 and 83 candidates through the Rural R

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is investigating a technical issue with the Express Entry system. Several eligible candidates did not receive an invitation during the recent French-language proficiency round. This issue occurred during draw number 418 on May 28, 2026. Department staff are actively reviewing the situation to find out why the system missed these candidates. The government advises that affected individuals do not need to take any action right

On May 28, 2026, Newfoundland and Labrador held the sixth round of selection through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, issuing a total of 103 invitations. Of these, 84 were sent to candidates under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), while 19 went to applicants through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Last year, Newfoundland and Labrador invited a total of 3,376 applicants under the NLPNP and AIP. So far, the province has i