Canada
Express Entry scores, PNP draws, study permit changes, and IRCC processing updates for Canadian immigration. Covers PR pathways, LMIA requirements, and provincial nominee programs across all provinces.
Lost Canadians: New automatic citizenship under Bill C-3 in 2025
Effective Dec. 15, 2025, Bill C-3 restores citizenship automatically for many affected by the FGL and related rules, covering descendants born or adopted abroad before that date. IRCC will update…
Air Canada Adds Two Shorter A321XLR Routes to Berlin and Nantes
Air Canada plans Montréal–Berlin and Montréal–Nantes nonstop flights for Summer 2026 using the A321XLR. Direct service may simplify…
Canadians’ Rights When a U.S. Border Agent Requests Social Media
Canadians may refuse device or social media searches at U.S. borders, but refusals can cause delays or entry…
British Columbia PNP Issues 410 ITAs for Skilled Workers Dec 2025
BC issued 410 ITAs on Dec. 10, 2025: 96 high-wage offers (TEER 0–3, $87/hour or $170,000) and 314…
Fifteen Extortion Suspects Seek Refugee Status, CBSA Says
Fifteen people charged in B.C. extortion probes filed refugee claims, potentially pausing deportations; they’re among over 100 under…
British Columbia Announces 410 ITAs in First Draw Since October
On December 10, 2025 BC issued 410 ITAs through Skills Immigration: 96 for jobs at $87/hour+ (TEER 0–3)…
Canada’s Digital Visa Pilot Could Speed Airport Clearances
Canada's IRCC is testing a digital visitor visa pilot for invited Moroccan nationals who will receive both a…
Ottawa airport food prep workers threaten strike; no action yet
On Dec. 9, 2025, in-flight catering workers at Ottawa International Airport threatened to strike over pay demands. Operations…
UK ETA Enters Full Effect in February 2026 for Visa-Free Travelers
Starting February 25, 2026, many visa-free travelers must obtain a £16 ETA before boarding. Valid two years or…
Is Canada’s immigration out of control? Data shows slowdowns
In 2025 Canada deliberately reduced immigration growth: Q1 permanent admissions were 104,256 and the new plan cuts 2025…