BREAKING: Major immigration bill reported with no amendments
Chris GribbleA bill proposing major changes to Canada’s immigration system is set to advance to the next stage, with no amendments proposed. Should it become law in its current form, the…
Ontario regions announce jobs eligible for permanent residence through the RCIP
The five Ontario communities participating in the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) have released their priority sectors and occupations for 2026. Foreign nationals with a job offer that aligns with…
Chinese nationals face a major hurdle in PR applications – here’s how to overcome it
Obtaining a police certificate for the period you’ve resided in China for an Express Entry application can prove difficult, particularly for those no longer in the country. This is because…
Why was Charley Crockett denied entry to Canada?
American country music star Charley Crockett was forced to cancel the Canadian portion of his tour after having been denied entry to Canada on account of his criminal record. According…
IRCC clarifies work permit rules for RCIP and FCIP applicants
Canada’s immigration department has clarified the rules around the issuance of special work permits to permanent residence applicants under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot…
Canada is prioritizing foreign military members to immigrate to the country – here’s what you need to know
On February 18, Canada’s immigration department launched a new priority category under the Express Entry system, targeting foreign skilled military recruits to immigrate to the country. This measure signals the…
Canada’s immigration department has published its first-ever AI strategy
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has published its first-ever AI strategy. The strategy sets out guiding principles and objectives, identifies opportunities, and provides a framework for categorizing AI use…
IRCC updates rules for LMIA-exempt work permits under reciprocal employment
A class of labour-market-impact-assessment (LMIA)-exempt work permits is now being issued under revised rules. Work permits issued on the basis of reciprocal employment through the International Mobility Program are now…