Chris GribbleManitoba PNP invites more skilled workers in fifth provincial draw of the year
On March 12, 2026, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held its latest immigration draw, inviting candidates through its Skilled Worker Stream. Candidates were invited if they indicated being directly…
Canada expands access to work permits in rural areas
Rural employers will be able to hire additional temporary foreign workers under new measures announced by the Canadian federal government. According to an announcement made on March 13, Employment and…
Some workers in Quebec are now eligible for a 12-month work permit extension
The Government of Canada has announced a new temporary measure aimed at helping foreign workers in Quebec continue to work while their application for permanent residence (PR) is being processed.…
These are the types of senior managers who might have received ITAs in Canada’s new Express Entry category
On March 5, Canada held its first Express Entry draw under the senior managers with Canadian work experience category, issuing 250 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) at a minimum Comprehensive Ranking…
Why over 25% of spousal sponsorship applications don’t get processed
Recent data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows that approximately 27% of applications of inland sponsorship applications submitted in 2025 (January to October) were refused due to incompleteness.…
BREAKING: Greatest immigration reforms in decades pass key milestone toward law
The Senate has passed a bill containing the greatest reforms Canada’s immigration system has seen in decades, including the ability for the Governor in Council to vary, cancel, or suspend…
A Newcomer’s Guide to Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs)
Understanding the RESP: A Helpful Savings Tool for Your Child’s Future Education Planning for a child’s post-secondary education may feel like a big step—especially when you’re new to Canada and…