Ontario issues 759 invitations in targeted OINP draw Ontario conducted a targeted immigration draw on April 1, 2026, issuing 759 invitations to apply under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The round focused on candidates with job offers in construction and mining-related occupations, marking a notable expansion of sector-specific selection in the province. Invitations were … Read more
Canada introduces temporary measures for residents affected by disasters The federal government has implemented new temporary immigration measures to support foreign nationals in Canada impacted by natural disasters. The policy applies to temporary residents, including international students, foreign workers, and visitors. The measures aim to address situations where individuals are unable to maintain or renew … Read more
Canada doubles LMIA ad period, adds youth hiring rules Employers in Canada are now subject to longer advertising requirements and new youth outreach obligations when applying to hire foreign workers under the low-wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). The updated rules took effect on April 1, 2026, and apply to Labour Market … Read more
Canada issues 3,000 ITAs in Express Entry trades draw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a new Express Entry draw, issuing invitations to candidates in trades occupations. The round of invitations took place on April 2, 2026, marking the first trades-specific selection of the year. A total of 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) … Read more
Canada extends work permit measures for Ukrainians The federal government has introduced new measures allowing certain Ukrainian nationals in Canada to extend their open work permits. The policy applies to individuals who entered under the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) and related temporary public policies. The updated measures provide a new deadline of March … Read more
Canada Implements Multiple Immigration Changes April 1 Several immigration-related policy updates took effect across Canada between March 30 and April 1, 2026, introducing changes to fees, processing standards, and program rules. The measures span federal and provincial systems, including citizenship, passports, and temporary entry pathways. The updates affect a wide range of individuals, including Canadian … Read more
IRCC issues 2,250 CEC invitations in latest draw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a new Express Entry draw targeting candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). A total of 2,250 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence were issued in the selection, which took place at the end of March 2026. The … Read more
Canada shifts PNP eligibility checks to provinces Canada has introduced regulatory changes affecting how Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) applications are assessed. As of March 30, 2026, provinces and territories have taken over two key eligibility determinations previously handled at the federal level. The update transfers authority to provinces and territories to decide whether applicants intend … Read more
Canada details new immigration powers under Bill C-12 The federal government has clarified how newly enacted legislation will allow it to manage immigration documents and applications on a large scale. The measures were introduced through Bill C-12, which has now received royal assent. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released operational details explaining how … Read more
Canada expands work permit access for some asylum claimants Canada has introduced a temporary public policy enabling certain foreign nationals to obtain or retain open work permits after their refugee claims are deemed ineligible for referral to the Refugee Protection Division (RPD). The measure aims to address a gap that can arise between an ineligibility … Read more