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 issues 5,000 ITAs in French-language draw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted an Express Entry draw on August 6, 2026, issuing 5,000 invitations to apply for permanent residence to candidates with French-language proficiency. The selection round set a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 391. Candidates considered for this round were required … 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
Alberta issues 82 invitations in targeted July draws Alberta conducted two immigration selection rounds between July 16 and July 21, 2026, issuing a combined total of 82 invitations through its Express Entry-linked pathway. The draws focused on candidates working in agriculture and construction. The selection rounds form part of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), … 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
IRCC Issues 507 Express Entry ITAs in August Draw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a new Express Entry draw on August 4, 2026, issuing 507 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. The round specifically targeted candidates who had received a provincial nomination, with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score set at … Read more