Chris GribbleNewfoundland and Labrador invites 208 candidates in provincial immigration draw
On August 10, Newfoundland and Labrador held its 10th draw of the year, issuing 208 invitations for provincial immigration. Invitations were issued to candidates through two programs: the Newfoundland Labrador…
Generation zero: your ancestor didn’t have to be born in Canada to pass on Canadian citizenship
Many people researching their family history assume there’s only one way to have a Canadian ancestor: that at some point, someone in their lineage must have been born in Canada.…
Alberta issues invitations to candidates in healthcare, agriculture and tech occupations
Between August 4–August 12, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) invited 367 candidates to apply for provincial nomination. Invitations were issued across five selection rounds, and targeted individuals across a…
British Columbia extends registration deadline for time-limited permanent residence pathway
British Columbia has extended the registration deadline for its Temporary Rural/Remote Health Support Initiative (TRHSI) to midnight on October 7, 2026. Registration for the TRHSI, which provides a pathway to…
Your grandparent’s record hasn’t arrived, but the wait time is now two years. Should you submit a citizenship by descent application anyway?
You’ve filled out the correct form, gathered your photographs, paid the fees, and requested the right birth certificate from a provincial archive. By all appearances, you’re ready to submit a…
Canada extends validity period for remote border crossing permits
Canada has extended the validity period for holders of active permits issued under the Remote Area Border Crossing (RABC) Program until November 30, 2026. The RABC Program, which lets eligible…
Canada unveils four-pronged approach to re-defining top picks for permanent residence through Express Entry
The federal government has taken the first step in advancing a four-pronged approach to changing which skilled workers get prioritized for Canadian permanent residence (PR) in 2027. As part of…
Banking Basics for International Students in Canada
One of the first practical decisions many international students face is how to manage their money in Canada. Should you open a Canadian bank account? Do you need a credit…