Canada has announced a significant policy change that will benefit many international students. Beginning April 1, 2026, post-secondary students who must complete a work placement as part of their program no longer need to apply for a separate co-op work permit. This adjustment is intended to reduce paperwork, shorten processing [...]
Canada has introduced significant updates to its immigration and asylum framework. As of March 26, 2026, Bill C‑12—the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act—has officially become law. These changes affect how asylum claims are assessed, how information is shared across government departments, and how immigration documents are managed. Below [...]
Ottawa, March 20, 2026—Canada is taking back control of our immigration system and returning overall immigration to sustainable levels. At the same time, we know families are strongest when they’re together, and we remain committed to family reunification. Starting March 31, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will change how it calculates family income for [...]
Canada has introduced an important update regarding Iranian nationals living in the country. As of March 1, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended temporary measures until March 31, 2027, but only for Iranian nationals who currently hold a valid Canadian work permit. Who is Eligible to Extend Their Work Permit? To [...]
This exemption is only for those who are currently in Canada as temporary foreign workers Eligibility You have a valid work permit. You have a job in an eligible construction occupation. You have an apprenticeship agreement registered with the relevant provincial or territorial apprenticeship and certification authority. Eligible occupations Eligible [...]
1. French language proficiency To be eligible, you must: Have French-language test results that show a minimum score of 7 in all 4 language abilities on the Niveaux de competence linguistique Canadians. Meet all of the requirements in the instructions for that round. 2. Healthcare and Social Services Occupations To [...]
News release February 27, 2025—Ottawa—Immigration is essential to supporting Canada’s economic growth. As labour requirements in key sectors continue to evolve, it’s important that Canada’s immigration system is nimble and responsive to our country’s needs. Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship announced the 2025 Express [...]
IRCC has announced that 24, 200 invitation to apply for parent and grandparent sponsorship this year, hoping to get 15,000 qualified applicants who meet the eligibility criteria to sponsor parents and grandparents. Please read the full announcement below. If you want to know whether you qualify for the program, please [...]
We’ve put a temporary public policy in place to help families affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine reunite in Canada. This policy lets certain Ukrainian foreign nationals in Canada and their family members apply for permanent residence. Family members can live in or outside Canada Permanent resident visas will be issued to [...]
