Canada expands youth work permit access under IEC Canada continues to welcome young professionals from partner countries through the International Experience Canada (IEC) program, which provides temporary work permits valid for up to two years. The federal initiative allows citizens from dozens of countries in South America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania to gain Canadian work … Read more
IRCC Outlines Key Details for Post-Graduation Work Permit Applications Internal documentation from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has detailed how immigration officers assess Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) applications. These insights clarify eligibility criteria and procedural nuances that influence approval decisions for international graduates. The PGWP allows eligible international students to gain Canadian work experience … Read more
IRCC extends in-Canada permit option for IEC workers Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended a policy that lets participants in the International Experience Canada (IEC) program receive new work permits while remaining in Canada. The extension was confirmed on February 10, 2026, and will stay in effect until further notice. The measure enables … Read more
Manitoba expands work permit support to 16 trades Manitoba has broadened eligibility under its Temporary Resident Retention Pilot (TRRP), allowing employers in any industry to support work permit extensions for workers in 16 skilled trade occupations. The update removes previous sector restrictions, enabling more businesses to retain internationally trained employees while addressing labour shortages in … Read more
Stakeholders urge CUSMA review to expand eligible occupations As the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) approaches its scheduled review, industry and policy stakeholders are calling for updates to the list of professions eligible for simplified cross-border work permits. The consultations, led by Global Affairs Canada between September and November 2025, sought feedback on how to modernize … Read more
Canada prioritizes trades and technical jobs for permanent residence The federal government has expanded its permanent residence (PR) selection criteria to emphasize applicants with experience in high-demand skilled trades and technical occupations. The change is part of Canada’s ongoing effort to align immigration with labour market needs across multiple provinces. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada … Read more
Ontario Receives 14,119 PNP Nominations for 2026 Ontario has announced its 2026 Provincial Nominee Program allocation, confirming a significant increase in the number of nominations available for the year. The province received 14,119 nominations—up sharply from its 2025 total. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) confirmed the figures on February 6, 2026, through its online … Read more
Provincial immigration routes offer faster PR paths for graduates Across Canada, international students and recent graduates have access to a growing number of provincial immigration programs that can lead to permanent residence more quickly than the federal Canadian Experience Class route. These provincial nominee program (PNP) options often carry lower work experience thresholds and reflect … Read more
Express Entry ITAs Possible Before CRS Score Rises Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) may occasionally issue Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Express Entry system to candidates whose Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores are lower than a draw’s cut-off. This can occur when a candidate is close to reaching a new work experience threshold … Read more
Alberta issues over 1,100 invitations across four draws The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has announced the results of four provincial nominee draws conducted between January 26 and February 2, 2026. A total of 1,169 invitations were issued to candidates across several AAIP streams. The draws reflect Alberta’s early 2026 focus on occupations in health … Read more