Canada continues to shine on the global stage for livability, with Ottawa emerging as the most livable city in North America according to Numbeo’s 2026 Quality of Life Index. Ranking 28th globally, Ottawa’s high score reflects strong performance across safety, cost of living, traffic, healthcare, and overall quality of life, [...]
Starting January 9, 2026, the Canadian federal government has resumed processing low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) in eight regions across Canada, including Vancouver, Winnipeg, Kingston, and Halifax. This is significant news for foreign workers hoping to apply for or extend their work permits under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program [...]
As of January 1, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has confirmed that no new applications will be accepted under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) this year. This announcement has left thousands of Canadian citizens and permanent residents searching for faster, more affordable alternatives to reunite with their [...]
Venezuelans have a wide range of opportunities to work, study, and settle in Canada, whether on a temporary or permanent basis. Thanks to Canada’s individual-centric immigration system, applicants are assessed primarily on their eligibility rather than nationality. This opens multiple pathways to make Canada your home. Whether you are looking [...]
Canada has long been seen as a safe and welcoming destination for immigrants. However, recent reports indicate a growing immigration scam involving fake same-sex marriages, particularly in Ontario. According to a viral social media post, some individuals are allegedly entering sham same-sex unions to secure permanent residency (PR) in Canada, [...]
Are you a French-speaking citizen dreaming of studying and settling in Canada? There’s a golden opportunity available through the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP)—a unique and direct pathway from study to Permanent Residency (PR) without the need to compete through Express Entry. Launched in August 2024, the FMCSP supports [...]
As global immigration policies tighten, international students are becoming more strategic about where they study—and where they eventually settle. Despite recent immigration cuts, Canada has emerged ahead of the United Kingdom (UK) as the most attractive study-to-immigrate destination, offering a faster, clearer, and more reliable pathway to permanent residence. For [...]
Millions of Canadians will receive their first GST/HST credit payment of 2026 on Monday, January 5, providing timely financial relief just after the holiday season. Issued by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), this tax-free quarterly benefit continues to play a vital role in supporting low- and modest-income households, including newcomers [...]
Canada’s immigration landscape changed significantly in 2025, marking one of the most transformative years in recent history. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced wide-ranging reforms affecting Express Entry, international students, temporary foreign workers, family sponsorship, and citizenship by descent. These updates signal a clear shift toward a more targeted [...]
As Canada enters 2026, the Express Entry system is no longer a single-track competition based purely on CRS scores. Instead, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to operate a targeted, category-based selection model, using multiple draw types to manage admissions, labour shortages, and regional priorities. Based on 2025 draw [...]
