CANADA IMMIGRATION
Federal and provincial immigration programs for Canada — Express Entry, PNP, Atlantic Immigration, and Rural and Northern pathways. CRS score analysis, NOC codes, and settlement resources for newcomers.
Kristi Noem Making America Safe Again Drives Asylum Interest in Canada
The Trump administration's 'Make America Safe Again' campaign has tightened U.S. immigration pathways, resulting in high voluntary departures and a surge of migrants seeking protection in Canada. Key measures include…
U.S. Expands Requirements Under Canada-U.S. Visa and Immigration Information-Sharing Agreement, Expanded Data Sharing, Making America Safe Again
The U.S. and Canada have expanded their immigration data-sharing agreement to include biometrics for permanent residents. Under DHS…
IRCC Updates Express Entry CEC January 21 2026 Processing Times
Recent January 2026 updates highlight faster processing for Canada's CEC pathway and new exemptions for graduate students regarding…
Air Canada Rouge Flight Ac1502 Baggage Handler Freed from Cargo Hold
A ground worker trapped in a cargo hold forced Air Canada Rouge flight AC1502 to return to the…
Express Entry Candidates Decline Invitation to Apply (ita) Over Documents
Managing a Canada Express Entry ITA requires strict adherence to a 60-day window. If documentation is incomplete or…
Quebec Ends PEQ Path to Permanent Residency for Temporary Foreign Workers
Quebec is overhaulng its immigration system by ending the PEQ pathway and imposing stricter French-language requirements for temporary…
Express Entry Pool Eases as 4,672 High Scorers Exit IRCC While DHS Updates
Canada’s Express Entry pool experienced a notable thinning of high-score candidates in January 2026, easing competition for top-tier…
Immigrants Shy Away from Canada’s Largest Cities
Newcomers to Canada are increasingly choosing mid-sized cities like Edmonton and Calgary over traditional hubs like Toronto and…
Express Entry IRCC Backlog Reaches Highest Level in Three Years
Canada and the U.S. are grappling with rising immigration backlogs. IRCC reported a 32% backlog in Express Entry,…
Yukon Nominee Program Sets 282 Allocations for 2026, Prioritizes Healthcare
The Yukon Nominee Program has announced 282 nomination spots for 2026. Prioritizing healthcare and rural development, the program…