Chris GribbleCanada’s overall foreign worker and student numbers drop for the first time in years
For the first time in years, the overall number of study and work permit holders in Canada has decreased year over year, as tightening immigration regulations in the country continue…
Travelling to Canada in 2026? Plan ahead to avoid being denied entry for a criminal record
As a foreign national, you could be denied entry to Canada, even if the offences on your record are misdemeanours in your jurisdiction—such as driving under the influence (DUI) charges.…
British Columbia PNP holds first provincial draw of the year
British Columbia (BC) has held a new selection under its Entrepreneur Immigration Program, continuing the province’s focus on attracting business owners who can create jobs and grow local economies. Candidates…
Federal government launches temporary measure for Ukrainians to maintain legal status in Canada
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched a temporary measure making it easier for Ukrainian nationals and their family members to extend their temporary resident status in Canada, allowing…
Canada restructures delegation of authority to immigration officers
Canada’s immigration department has published a document detailing significant restructuring. The latest version of the Instrument of Designation and Delegation (IDD), published on January 16, 2026, details a slew of…
With the Start-Up Visa Program now closed, what options are entrepreneurs left with?
Although Canada closed its Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program on January 1, 2026, immigrant entrepreneurs seeking permanent residence (PR) are not out of options. While foreign nationals await the launch of…
In landmark ruling, court upholds ability to challenge return of immigration applications for incompleteness
A federal court has upheld the right for applicants to challenge the return immigration applications for incompleteness. This is a landmark ruling in Canadian law, for under Canada’s current immigration…
Canada ranks among the world’s top 10 most powerful passports for 2026
Henley & Partners just released their latest global passport rankings, and the Canadian passport continues to place among the top 10 most powerful passports worldwide. The Henley Passport Index listed…