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 [...]
Moving to Canada as a Permanent Resident (PR) is often seen as the finish line of the immigration journey. With the freedom to live, work, and study anywhere in the country—and access to many social benefits—PR status offers stability and opportunity. However, many newcomers quickly realize that settling in Canada [...]
Canada continues to be a land of opportunity for foreign skilled workers, especially in the trades and construction sectors, despite recent changes to immigration policies. In 2025, the federal government introduced cuts to both temporary and permanent residence programs, creating uncertainty for many potential applicants. However, ongoing infrastructure investments promised [...]
Applying for a Canada visitor visa may seem like a straightforward process, but the reality is that many applicants face rejections each year. In fact, 2024 saw a noticeable rise in visa refusals, partly due to updated government policies and stricter requirements. To improve your chances of approval, it’s important [...]
Many people believe that getting an Invitation to Apply (ITA) through Express Entry after turning 40 is next to impossible without a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The truth? It’s challenging—but absolutely possible with the right strategy. If you are an Indian professional in your 40s dreaming of Canadian PR, don’t [...]
Planning a holiday trip to Canada to visit family or friends? Before you pack your bags, it’s crucial to understand that even minor criminal offences can result in being denied entry to Canada. Many travellers are surprised to learn that Canada’s criminal inadmissibility rules are strict, and offences considered “minor” [...]
Canada’s immigration system offers generous opportunities for families to live and work together. One of the most important pathways is the Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) — which allows the spouse or common-law partner of a foreign worker to work for almost any employer in Canada without needing a Labour [...]
Bringing your spouse or partner to Canada through spousal sponsorship is one of the most common family immigration pathways—but it is also one of the most carefully reviewed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). A genuine relationship must be clearly proven, or your Canadian Permanent Residence (PR) application may [...]
