Ontario has introduced significant changes to social assistance eligibility based on immigration status, creating new concerns for temporary residents, international students, work permit holders and people whose legal status in Canada has expired. According to the source provided, the new rules took effect on August 13, 2026, and expand restrictions [...]
If you believe you may be a Canadian citizen by descent, having old family records can be a valuable starting point—but the type and source of your documents matter. Recent IRCC citizenship by descent guidance provides useful clarification on how documentary evidence is assessed, including situations where applicants have historical [...]
Canada immigration processing times have changed significantly in August 2026, with some categories showing improvement while others face major delays. The latest Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) figures show a particularly sharp increase in the wait for a Canadian citizenship certificate, which has reached 25 months. The latest monthly [...]
Canada’s LMIA processing times have increased for most streams of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), according to the latest monthly update from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). The July 2026 figures show increases ranging from one to nine business days in several streams, while the permanent resident stream [...]
Canada’s Express Entry pool has changed significantly in recent weeks, according to the latest data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Between July 19 and August 3, 2026, the total number of candidate profiles dropped by 2,433, even as the number of candidates with higher CRS scores increased. For [...]
Canada has clarified an important work permit exemption for academic examiners and evaluators, giving eligible international academics and industry professionals clearer guidance on when they may perform certain activities in Canada without obtaining a traditional work permit. The updated instructions, published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on July [...]
Canada has reversed a recent immigration policy update that would have significantly impacted many foreign workers applying under the IRCC Reciprocal Employment Work Permit category. The decision provides welcome relief to multinational companies, international organizations, and skilled professionals who rely on the International Mobility Program (IMP) to work in Canada [...]
Canada is preparing for another major update to its Express Entry system. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched public consultations to help determine which Express Entry categories should continue in 2027 and whether new talent-focused pathways should be introduced. Key Proposed Express Entry Changes for 2027 Since category-based [...]
Ontario has officially opened its redesigned Ontario OINP Permanent Residence Pathway 2026, creating new opportunities for skilled workers, international graduates, and essential employees who want to achieve Canada Permanent Residence (PR). The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) launched the new Ontario Workforce Priority Stream on August 4, 2026, replacing the [...]
Canada’s immigration landscape continues to evolve, and August 2026 brings several important developments that could impact international students, workers, employers, and permanent residence applicants. From changes in IRCC backlog reporting to new opportunities under the Francophone Student Pilot, staying informed is essential for making timely immigration decisions. Below are the [...]
