Chris GribbleStrategies for improving your French language skills: Getting from an NCLC 5 to NCLC 7
Reaching a Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadien (NCLC) level 7 in French, will greatly increase your chances of getting Canadian permanent residency (PR) through the Express Entry system. Obtaining an…
How newcomers can find a family doctor in Canada
Finding a family doctor is a key part of settling down in Canada for many newcomers, as having one can greatly improve short-term and long-term health. In Canada, a family…
IRCC’s November processing times: some application types see significant delays
The most recent processing times for various application types have been made available by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for the month of November. Most significantly, processing times for…
Ontario suspends its Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has suspended its Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream, effective immediately, citing systematic misrepresentation. Current applicants under the Skilled Trades Stream will no longer be…
Healthcare workers receive thousands of ITAs for permanent residency, with lowest CRS cut-off score in 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 3,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates in…
Visiting Canada for the FIFA world cup? What to know if you have a criminal record
If you plan to visit Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, you may be turned away if you have a criminal record. If you’re not a Canadian citizen, any…
Newfoundland and Labrador invites highest number of NLPNP candidates since July
This week, Newfoundland and Labrador held another round of invitations across two of its provincial immigration pathways. A total of 330 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were extended across the NLPNP…