Chris GribbleBanking Basics for Newcomers to Canada
When you arrive in Canada, there are many everyday tasks to take care of. You’ll likely be looking for a place to live, setting up a phone plan, or registering…
OPINION: These 5 tips helped me land my first job in Canada
Moving countries is hard. Looking for work while adjusting to a new place can make it feel even harder. When I moved to Canada as a permanent resident (PR) in…
IRCC’s backlog falls below one million as work permit waits ease
As of January 31, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC’s) total application backlog dropped to 990,300, falling below one million for the first time since October 2025. The most significant…
Express Entry’s latest category draw sees cut-off score dip below 400
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 with…
Why getting Canadian citizenship can take longer than you expect
Naturalizing as a Canadian citizen is a lengthy process, taking over four years from start to finish. The majority of wait time includes fulfilling the physical presence requirement and waiting…
Newfoundland and Labrador’s first draw of 2026 marks highest number of invitations issued in a single round
On March 6, Newfoundland and Labrador held its first draw of the year, issuing invitations to hundreds of provincial immigration candidates. Invitations were extended through both the Newfoundland and Labrador…
A criminal record could derail your trip to Canada this spring – here’s why
If you intend to travel to Canada this spring, you could be denied entry for having a criminal record, including for minor offences. Should you wish to enter Canada in…
Express Entry: CEC candidates invited at lowest cut-off score in 18 months
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 Canadian Experience…