Canada Clarifies PR Targets Exclude Special Measures Canada’s immigration department updated its reporting on July 21, 2026, confirming that annual permanent residence (PR) targets of 380,000 for both 2026 and 2027 do not include certain one-time admission measures. The clarification introduces a distinction between core immigration levels and additional pathways, affecting how overall admission totals … Read more
IRCC application inventory exceeds 1.5 million as of May 2026 Canada’s immigration department reported a total of 1,517,770 applications awaiting processing as of May 31, 2026. The figure reflects all applications not yet finalized across permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship streams. The updated figures were released on July 21 through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship … Read more
IRCC to publish data on waitlisted PR applications As of July 21, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has begun releasing monthly figures showing how many permanent residence applications are actively processed compared with those placed in a waitlist. The update introduces new reporting across three major immigration classes and reflects capacity limits outlined in … Read more
Express Entry pool drops by 3,594 profiles in July Canada’s Express Entry candidate pool decreased by 3,594 profiles between July 5 and July 19, 2026, according to newly released federal immigration data. The total number of candidates fell from 235,127 to 231,533 during this two-week period. Most Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score ranges above 421 … Read more
Ontario releases scoring grid for new PR stream Ontario published a detailed ranking system on July 20, 2026, outlining how candidates will be assessed under its newly introduced Workforce Priority Stream of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program. The framework assigns scores across multiple factors, with a maximum of 140 points available for candidates with job … Read more
Manitoba issues 2,146 invitations in July 16 draw The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted a large selection round on July 16, 2026, issuing 2,146 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) for provincial nomination. The round included candidates from multiple streams, with a strong focus on individuals already living and working in Manitoba. Invitations were … Read more
Canada bars entry from DR Congo over Ebola Canada will prohibit entry to foreign nationals who have travelled to the Democratic Republic of the Congo within the previous 21 days, with the measure taking effect at 11:59 p.m. on July 20, 2026. The restriction follows a federal public health announcement responding to an ongoing Ebola … Read more
IRCC issues 511 Express Entry ITAs to PNP candidates Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a new Express Entry draw on July 20, 2026, issuing 511 invitations to apply for permanent residence to candidates with provincial nominations. The round targeted applicants in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) category, with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) … Read more
PEI issues 195 invitations in July 16 PNP draw Prince Edward Island conducted a provincial immigration draw on July 16, 2026, issuing 195 invitations under the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). This represents the province’s largest selection round so far this year. The invitations were released through the Labour Impact and Express … Read more
Alberta Issues 1,167 Invitations Across Six AAIP Draws in July Alberta conducted six immigration draws between July 3 and July 15, 2026, issuing a combined 1,167 invitations through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The majority of invitations were issued under the Alberta Opportunity Stream. The draws targeted candidates working in healthcare, law enforcement, and … Read more