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Newcomers to gain faster access to employment and government benefits in fall of 2027
The Canadian government is set to launch SIN@Entry — a program that will let newcomers get their Social Insurance Number (SIN) online, via their immigration account, before even entering Canada—in…
Temporary residence application processing times decline across the board
The latest processing times for temporary residence applications have been released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), with no reported increases to wait times. For wait time improvements, the…
Six common work experience mistakes Express Entry candidates should avoid
Work experience is one of the most important parts of an Express Entry profile—it is often the single greatest factor contributing to your eligibility for a program, and your competitiveness…
Catching a concert in Canada this summer? Why you could be denied entry for a misdemeanor, and how to avoid it
If you’re planning a visit to Canada, it’s important to know that even having a misdemeanour on your record can lead to your being denied entry. Only Canadian citizens are…
Canada expands access to open work permits for spouses of workers at two BC companies
Foreign workers currently residing or soon-to-reside in British Columbia (BC), who work for one of two select companies, can facilitate work permits for their spouses or partners—regardless of their compensation…
Canada extends pilot granting LMIA-exempt work permits
The Innovation Stream, which grants employer-specific work permits to eligible high-skilled foreign nationals, has been extended for two more years. Under this steam, foreign nationals can obtain work permits more…
Canada eases income requirement for hosting parents and grandparents on super visa
Canada is making it easier for families to qualify for the parents and grandparents super visa by changing how it calculates the minimum income requirement. Starting March 31, 2026, hosts…