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Quebeckers can no longer submit undertakings to sponsor their parents, grandparents, or certain other relatives. The Quebec immigration ministry has announced that the cap on undertakings for these relatives has been reached, as of 22 July, 2025. Book a free consultation on options to get your family members legal status in Quebec This cap, first […] The post Quebec hits cap for undertakings to sponsor parents and grandparents first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated the minimum income requirements needed to sponsor parents or grandparents for permanent residency in 2025. Canadian citizens and permanent residents looking to sponsor relatives under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) must have made a minimum of $47,549 in 2024. This is an increase of a minimum […] The post Canada updates income requirements for Parents and Grandparents Program first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

IRCC held the latest Express Entry draw focusing on applicants under the PNP. The draw was held on July 21, 2025, issued 202 invitations for candidates to apply for permanent citizenship, moving forward with the trend of regular PNP-specific rounds of invitation.Express Entry Latest Draw: ResultsDraw Type: Provincial Nominee ProgramDate of Round: July 21, 2025Number of ITAs Issued: 202CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 788Tie-Breaking Rule: June 05, 2025 at 23:50:45 UTCThe additional 600 points are generally given to applicants who secure a provincial nomination through an Express Entry-aligned stream and are shown in the 788 CRS score. An ITA would not have been possible with an 188 base score without this nomination.Following the release of 356 applications with a 750 CRS cut-off score in a previous PNP draw on July 7 and 3000 ITAs with a 518 cut-off score in a Canadian Experience Class draw on July 8, this... Read more

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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,000 ITAs in a draw for candidates in the Express Entry Healthcare and social services occupations category. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) […] The post Thousands of healthcare professionals invited in latest Express Entry draw first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

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On 10 July, the Newfoundland and Labrador Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism (OIM) issued more than 300 invitations to apply (ITAs) to foreign nationals, allowing them to apply for provincial immigration. Invitations were issued through both the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Assess your eligibility for enhanced […] The post Newfoundland and Labrador issues invitations to PNP and AIP candidates first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

On 17 July, the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) issued invitations to foreign nationals to apply for provincial nomination. Candidates were invited based on their ability to beneficially impact the Prince Edward Island economy by working in priority sectors and in-demand occupations. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Immigration results—17 July […] The post Prince Edward Island extends more invitations to foreign nationals to apply for provincial nomination first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

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Canadian permanent residents, foreign nationals living in Canada as well as some Canadians will have to start paying an additional 250 USD Visa Integrity Fee when applying for non-immigrant US visas. This new fee is part of the H.R.1 Act (commonly called One Big Beautiful Bill by the US administration), which was signed into law […] The post Canadian permanent residents, foreign workers, and citizens may need to pay an additional $250 fee to enter the US first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 202 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 788; and Created an […] The post Express Entry: More PNP candidates invited in latest draw first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

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There are a number of in-demand occupations in Canada that can qualify you for a category-based draw under Express Entry, and/or qualify your spouse for a spousal open work permit (SOWP). If you qualify for a category-based draw, you’ll have a greater chance of receiving an invitation to apply (ITA) for permanent residency (PR) through […] The post In-demand jobs eligible for category-based draws and spousal open work permits first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

Three regions in Canada have revealed details about a new pathway to permanent residence for French speakers.IRCC have revealed new pathway Apply for Canada PR for French speakers in three regions. Acadian Peninsula, New BrunswickSt. Pierre Jolys, ManitobaKelowna, British ColumbiaThe Francophone Community Immigration Pilot, For employer-focused program, which launch in this year.French-speaking foreign worker, who have an offer of employment in a community-outside Quebec can get Canadian permanent residence (PR) through the this program, provided they meet all criteria.Six communities have been selected in Canada to participate in the Program.Acadian Peninsula, New BrunswickNew Brunswick has revealed for seaside community its priority sectors, occupations, and designated employers for the FCIP. Priority Sector Priority Occupation Business, Finance and Administration Accounting technicians and bookkeepers (NOC 12200)Administrative assistants (NOC 13110)Banking, insurance and other financial clerks (NOC 14201)Financial advisors(NOC 11102) Health Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates... Read more

A leading authority on global travel has unveiled its list of best cities in Canada in 2025, ranked by its readers. Travel + Leisure, a global publication, publishes its World’s Best Awards survey annually, based on criteria such as sights/landmarks, culture, food, friendliness, shopping, and value. Join the Angus Reid Forum and get $5 in […] The post The best cities to visit in Canada, according to travellers first appeared on CIC News.... Read more