Canadian Passport Rises to Seventh in Global Ranking Canada’s passport has advanced to seventh position in the latest update of the Henley Global Passport Index, marking an improvement from eighth place earlier this year. The new ranking reflects expanded international mobility for Canadian citizens, who now enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 182 destinations. The … Read more
Kelowna outlines 2026 priority jobs for francophone immigration The City of Kelowna in British Columbia has announced its updated list of priority sectors and occupations for the 2026 Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). The update includes one new sector and eight newly identified occupations to address local labour needs. The FCIP enables designated communities outside … Read more
Senate Adds Oversight Amendment to Immigration Bill C-12 Canada’s Senate has introduced new oversight measures to a major immigration reform bill as it proceeds through its third reading. The amendment would require greater transparency in how asylum claim restrictions are applied. Bill C-12, titled “An Act respecting certain measures relating to the security of Canada’s … Read more
Northwest Territories Opens Employer-Driven and Francophone Streams The Government of the Northwest Territories has reopened two immigration streams under its Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) as of March 9 at noon. The Employer-Driven and Francophone Streams are now accepting candidates under updated program structures. The reopening follows the introduction of an Expression of Interest (EOI) … Read more
Canada launches new work permit options for Portuguese and Taiwanese youth Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced two new employer-specific work permit pathways under the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. The initiatives apply to youth from Portugal and Taiwan through the Young Professionals stream. The new options, introduced under bilateral youth mobility agreements, … Read more
Canada temporarily halts removals for Israeli and Lebanese nationals Canada has introduced a temporary suspension of removal orders for certain Israeli and Lebanese nationals who are currently in the country with temporary or permanent resident status. The measure, effective March 7, was announced in response to escalating violence in Israel and Lebanon that has created … Read more
LMIA processing times rise across most TFWP streams Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has reported longer processing times for most Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) streams under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). The data, current to February 2026, show delays across nearly all categories despite a planned reduction in temporary foreign worker admissions … Read more
Common Errors in Express Entry Applications Incorrect or incomplete information in Canada’s Express Entry system can lead to application rejection or findings of misrepresentation. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requires that all data submitted through Express Entry profiles and permanent residence applications remain accurate and verifiable. Recent reviews of application trends show recurring mistakes … Read more
New Brunswick invites 622 immigration candidates across four programs The Government of New Brunswick has conducted a new series of immigration draws, inviting 622 candidates through the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). The draws took place between March 3 and March 6, 2026, targeting applicants across multiple occupational … Read more
Building Work Experience for Express Entry Eligibility Canada’s Express Entry system, updated in February 2026, now requires candidates to complete at least 12 months of work in an eligible occupation to qualify for category-based selection. The change doubles the previous requirement of six months, broadening the scope for applicants to demonstrate relevant experience. This adjustment … Read more