Gifts to Carry You Forward
Chris GribbleToc was born in a refugee camp in Thailand and came to the US at the age of three. As the eldest child in her family, she often had to…
Britney Spears could be denied entry to Canada
Pop singer Britney Spears may not be allowed to enter Canada. Spears could be criminally inadmissible, following her arrest for driving under the influence (DUI) in California on March 4, 2026.…
Canada holds first Express Entry draw under new category
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 250 ITAs in a draw for candidates in…
The sectors and occupations Nova Scotia is prioritizing for permanent residence under rural federal pilot
Pictou County has released the sectors and occupations it will be prioritizing for permanent residence (PR) under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) in 2026. This year, Pictou County—situated in…
BREAKING: Canada revitalizes measures for Iranians to obtain work permit extensions
As of March 1, 2026, Canada has changed and extended its special measures for Iranian nationals in the country—now limited to certain work permit holders—through March 31, 2027 Schedule a…
Canada to appoint new deputy minister of immigration
On March 4, 2026, the office of Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the appointment of a new deputy minister of immigration, refugees, and citizenship, to “take effect in the coming…
Over 5,000 Express Entry candidates invited at lowest cut-off score in the past year
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 5,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with…
Start date announced for long-awaited ‘money back’ guarantee on Canadian passport applications
Beginning April 1, 2026, Canadian citizens can expect to have their passport applications processed within 30 business days, or receive their passport for free. Individuals who do not have their…
Millions of Americans can get Canadian passports under new law
Millions of citizens of the United States are now eligible to claim dual citizenship with Canada, and can thereby obtain Canadian passports. Schedule a Free Dual Citizenship Consultation Under the…