Canada to Increase Passport Fees in 2026: What You Need to Know
On March 31, 2026, the Canadian government will raise passport fees for the first time in more than two years. This price increase will impact all passports and travel documents, and related service fees, charged inside Canada and abroad. All relevant fees are...
New Talent Strategy Enhances Study Opportunities for Indian Nationals in Canada
Indian nationals looking to pursue higher education in Canada can now take advantage of significant scholarship opportunities, streamlined study pathways, and innovative hybrid campuses following the implementation of a new talent strategy between the two nations....
Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program 2026 Intake Update
The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has announced the opening of its second intake window for capped sector applications. Starting March 2, 2026, employers in capped sectors can submit applications for SINP candidates in sectors such as Accommodation and...
Canada Express Entry Draws 2026: Latest Updates and Statistics
Canada's Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Department has recently issued a significant number of invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.The latest draw targeted candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), with a total of 264 ITAs...
Quebec’s Skilled Worker Selection Program: Recent Draw Details
Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francization and Integration (MIFI) recently conducted immigration selections under its Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). With the closure of the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ), the PSTQ has emerged as the primary route for...
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program Draws Over 800 Candidates in 2026
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) conducted two draws in February 2026, inviting nearly 900 candidates to apply for provincial nomination.The draws included selections for priority sectors under the Alberta Opportunity Stream and the Tourism and...
2026 Priority Sectors and Occupations Revealed for Rural Community Immigration Pilot
The federal Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) has announced the priority sectors and occupations for 2026 across three regions, with notable overlaps. To qualify for permanent residence through the RCIP, candidates must secure a job offer from an employer...
Changes to Work Permit Policies for Iranians in Canada
Recent updates have impacted Iranians in Canada seeking work permits, as a temporary public policy has expired. Previously, Iranians arriving in Canada before February 28, 2025, were eligible for open work permits under the now-expired policy. The policy also offered...
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program Issues Invitations to Skilled Workers
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) recently conducted a new Expression of Interest (EOI) draw under two pathways of its Skilled Worker Stream. The province issued invitations, known as Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs), to candidates in Manitoba and abroad...
Prioritized Sectors and Occupations in British Columbia for Permanent Residence
The Rural Community Immigration (RCIP) program in British Columbia has identified key sectors and occupations for prioritization in 2026, offering a pathway to permanent residence for foreign nationals with job offers aligned to community needs. Occupations under the...