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
BC PNP issues 569 invitations in July 16 draw British Columbia conducted a new Provincial Nominee Program draw on July 16, issuing 569 invitations to candidates seeking nomination for permanent residence. The selection round combined two distinct criteria, including a minimum score threshold and a wage-based requirement tied to job offers. The invitations reflect one … Read more
Canada raises low-wage TFWP thresholds across provinces New wage thresholds for Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) low-wage stream came into force on July 17, 2026, raising minimum hourly pay levels in every province and territory. The updated floors determine whether employers can apply for or renew certain work permits under federal rules. The change … Read more
SINP processing times improve in Q2 2026 Saskatchewan reported faster processing across most immigration streams in the second quarter of 2026, with several application types finalized in approximately two weeks. The update reflects data covering April 1 to June 30, released on July 14 through the province’s official reporting platform. The latest figures indicate improvements … Read more
IRCC updates temporary visa processing times as of July 15 New processing time estimates released on July 15 by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) indicate notable shifts in temporary residence timelines, including a five-week reduction for work permit applications submitted from Nigeria. The latest data reflects week-over-week changes between July 7 and July 15, … Read more
Canada introduces compensation fund for immigration clients New federal regulations that took effect on July 15, 2026 establish a compensation mechanism for individuals who suffered financial losses linked to immigration consultants, with eligibility extending back to November 23, 2021. The framework applies to clients of professionals regulated by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants … Read more
IRCC outlines alternatives when birth records missing Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has clarified documentation standards for citizenship by descent, highlighting accepted alternatives when official birth records are unavailable. The update follows changes introduced in June 2026 affecting how applicants establish lineage. The issue affects individuals tracing ancestry to relatives born in the late … Read more