Canada sets criteria for permit-free academic examiners On July 31, 2026, the federal government released updated operational instructions outlining, for the first time, detailed eligibility requirements for foreign academic examiners allowed to work in Canada without a permit. The changes clarify who qualifies under this exemption and establish consistent conditions for entry and participation. The … Read more
IRCC issues 300 invitations in first revamped transport draw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a new Express Entry draw on August 7, issuing 300 invitations to apply for permanent residence under the transport category. The round required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 470. This is the first selection round … Read more
IRCC reverses work permit instruction error Canada’s immigration department confirmed on August 6, 2026, that a recently published instruction affecting reciprocal employment work permits had been issued in error. The clarification follows guidance dated July 29, 2026, which temporarily suggested a restriction tied to workers already employed outside Canada. Officials stated that the incorrect version … Read more
IRCC updates show longer temporary visa waits Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released revised processing time estimates on August 5, 2026, indicating longer wait periods across several temporary residence categories. The update reflects changes recorded between July 28 and early August, with notable increases affecting applicants in multiple countries. The revised figures cover work … Read more
Express Entry pool declines by over 2,400 profiles as high-score candidates increase Canada’s Express Entry candidate pool recorded a net decline of 2,433 profiles between July 19 and August 3, according to new data released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The total number of candidates stood at 229,100 as of August 3. The … Read more
IRCC invites 3,000 CEC candidates in latest draw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a new Express Entry draw on August 5, issuing 3,000 invitations to apply for permanent residence under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this round was 516. Candidates were only considered if … Read more
IRCC review finds self-employed PR pathway outdated A federal evaluation published on July 28, 2026, has concluded that Canada’s Self-Employed Persons Program (SEPP) is no longer meeting its intended objectives. The review highlights an inventory of about 8,000 applications and processing times exceeding 10 years for some candidates who applied after mid-2022. The findings were … Read more
Canada limits C20 work permits to current employees On July 29, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced revised instructions affecting how certain LMIA-exempt work permits are issued under the C20 exemption category. The update establishes that foreign nationals must already be employed by an overseas company to qualify for a reciprocal employment work … Read more
IRCC updates July 28 processing times for permits Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released updated processing time estimates on July 28, 2026, showing longer wait periods for several temporary residence applications. The latest figures indicate that work and study permit processing times have increased for certain countries, including Pakistan and Nigeria, compared with the … Read more
Canada updates study permit financial checks Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated its study permit assessment guidance on July 24, 2026, introducing stricter review requirements for applicants’ financial documentation. The revised instructions require officers to more closely examine both the amount and origin of funds submitted with applications, marking a shift in how financial … Read more