IRCC invited 6,000 Francophone candidates in the latest Express Entry draw
On December 17, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for French language proficiency candidates. In round #388, IRCC issued 6,000
Understanding Your Rights: Canadian Travellers Face Scrutiny Over Social Media at U.S. Border
A growing number of Canadian travellers are finding themselves in a complex legal and privacy predicament when crossing into the United States. The situation arises
Economists sound alarm over Canada’s new immigration selection model
A group of leading Canadian economists has raised concerns about recent changes to the country’s immigration framework, arguing that the 2023 introduction of category-based selection has undermined
Canada published New Post-Graduation Work Permit updates
On December 11, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) published new updates to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program. The updates clarify that applicants must have
New IRCC immigration measures support international doctors
Canada is streamlining the path to permanent residence for international physicians already working in the country. The Federal Government announced a dedicated Express Entry category
Conservatives push for an end to virtual citizenship ceremonies
Conservative Shadow Minister for Immigration Michelle Rempel Garner has renewed calls for the Liberal Government to abandon virtual citizenship ceremonies and return to in-person events.
IRCC implemented new fees for restoration, IEC and inadmissibility services, effective December 1, 2025
IRCC has officially updated several immigration fees effective December 1, 2025, affecting International Experience Canada (IEC) applicants, restoration of status, and multiple inadmissibility services. The
CBSA opens public consultation on streamlined transit process for international passengers
The Canada Border Services Agency has initiated a month-long consultation period on regulatory changes that would eliminate mandatory check-ins for passengers transiting through Canadian airports
IRCC conducted 2025’s 8th Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates
On November 28, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for French language proficiency candidates. In round #382, IRCC
Canada introduces work permit exemptions for FIFA World Cup 2026 personnel
Canada has announced a temporary public policy exempting certain FIFA-invited foreign nationals from work authorization requirements ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The policy,
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