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Once you’ve taken your CELPIP Test and achieved your score goals, it is essential to ensure that you keep your CELPIP score up to date for the following practical reasons: Book a CELPIP Test Date Most immigration applications have validity limits Most immigration programs, such as the Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) in Canada and the […] The post Four Reasons to Keep Your CELPIP Score Updated! first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

Having the necessary documents ready ahead of time is essential for those looking to apply for Canada’s upcoming pathway for H-1B visa holders. In 2023, the federal government launched an open work permit program for holders of United States H-1B visas. This program reached its cap of 10,000 applications within just two days. Foreign nationals […] The post Interested in Canada’s H-1B pathway? Maximize your chances by keeping these documents ready first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

Even French-speakers with initial intermediate language abilities have several pathways to Canadian permanent residence (PR) open to them. Canada is intensifying its push to grow Francophone immigration outside Quebec, aiming for a French-speaking PR admissions target of 10.5% by 2028, compared to an 8.5% target in 2025. While an NCLC 5 may seem modest, it […] The post Permanent residence pathways you can qualify for with NCLC level 5 French first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

Quebec has released the latest draw results, inviting 1,870 candidates to apply for Canadian PR under its Qualified Worker Selection Program. This significant round reflects the province’s ongoing push to attract skilled workers who can support Quebec’s labour market needs and long-term economic growth.However, invitations were issued based on targeted selection criteria that prioritized all streams of the selection program and in-demand professional backgrounds. With this new draw, thousands of hopeful applicants move one step closer to immigrating to Canada and securing their future in Quebec. Check Eligibility for Canada PR! Quebec Immigration Latest Draw: ResultThe Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) draw was held on December 4, 2025, where a total of 1,870 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to candidates under the Qualified Worker Selection Program. The minimum CRS cut-off score for this Quebec PNP draw was set at 535 points.The PSTQ categories provide multiple immigration pathways tailored to... Read more

The Canadian government has launched its Research Talent Initiative—a new suite of programs that will help the country attract “leading international researchers” to the country. As part of this initiative, Canada will launch three new streams to welcome and retain “leading international and expatriate researchers” who can deliver “direct economic, societal and health benefits for […] The post Canada launches new streams to attract and retain top research talent from abroad first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 6,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 520; and Created an […] The post Express Entry: 6,000 CEC invitations issued in largest draw in more than 16 months first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

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Express Entry, Canada’s main application management system for skilled immigration, is set to undergo some big updates in the coming year. In 2026, the federal government will continue to target skilled workers from specific occupational categories to help it meet gaps in the labour market. This article will cover some of the notable changes expected […] The post These are the biggest changes coming to Express Entry in 2026 first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

On December 8, 2025, Canada officially launched a new Express Entry category specifically for internationally trained doctors with Canadian work experience. The update, first highlighted in Budget 2025, aims to address ongoing labour shortages in the country’s highly skilled healthcare sector for those seeking to immigrate to Canada as doctors.The federal government stated that this initiative will simplify and expedite the permanent residence pathway for physicians seeking to build long-term careers in Canada. With easier access to PR, IRCC expects more qualified doctors across provinces. Book a Free Assessment In its announcement, IRCC outlined three major components of the new update:A dedicated Express Entry category for doctors5,000 federally reserved admission spaces for provinces and territories to nominate licensed physiciansFaster work permit processing, allowing eligible doctors to continue working while their PR is finalizedThis marks one of Canada’s most significant steps toward strengthening its healthcare workforce and providing a clearer immigration... Read more

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Some dermatologists, pediatricians, psychiatrists, and other doctors now have a more streamlined pathway to Canadian permanent residence (PR). On December 8, Immigration Minister Lena Diab announced the creation of a new Express Entry category dedicated to physicians with Canadian work experience. See your eligibility for all Express Entry streams Because category-based selection draws typically feature […] The post These are the occupations eligible for IRCC’s new physicians category first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

If you are outside of Canada currently, you may have to move to sponsor your spouse, depending on whether you are a citizen or permanent resident—however, your loved one’s ability to travel during the application process drastically changes, depending on if you use the in-Canada (Inland Sponsorship) or outside Canada (Outland Sponsorship) options. Outland Sponsorship […] The post Do I have to move to Canada to sponsor my spouse? first appeared on CIC News.... Read more

IRCC has set a new benchmark for 2025 by issuing the highest number of PNP invitations in a single draw. This major update is reflected in the latest Express Entry draw, which expanded provincial priorities and offered renewed hope for skilled professionals seeking a direct pathway to Canadian permanent residency.Canada has been actively conducting back-to-back Express Entry draws, with today’s round marking the first draw of December. This follows a major French language proficiency draw on November 28, a CEC-specific draw on November 26, and a PNP draw on November 25.With this rapid series of invitations, IRCC has now issued a total of 95,599 ITAs in 2025, signalling one of the most active years for Express Entry so far.Result of Express Entry Latest DrawCanada held the latest Express Entry draw under the provincial nominee program on December 8, 2025, issuing 1,123 ITAs with a minimum CRS score of 729.Draw date:... Read more

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 1,123 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 729; and Created an […] The post IRCC holds largest Express Entry PNP draw of 2025 first appeared on CIC News.... Read more