Proposed high-wage factor to reshape Express Entry rankings for skilled workers A proposed federal change to Canada’s Express Entry system could alter rankings for candidates in 37 out of 89 priority occupations currently selected through category-based draws. The measure, known as the high-wage occupation factor, would introduce additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points tied to … Read more
AIP processing times drop to 26 months in June Processing times for permanent residence applications under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) were updated to 26 months as of June 8, 2026. The figure marks a notable reduction compared to the 38-month estimate published on May 12, 2026. The revised timeline represents a decrease of approximately … Read more
Quebec to reopen PEQ pathway on July 2, 2026 Quebec’s immigration ministry has confirmed that the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) will resume accepting applications beginning July 2, 2026. The reopening establishes a two-year window for the program, set to remain in place until July 2, 2028. The announcement provides new timelines for a key provincial … Read more
IRCC processing times fall for key PR streams Processing times for several permanent residence pathways declined as of June 8, with the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) recording a reduction of 12 months to an estimated 26 months. Updated figures from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) show shorter wait periods across select economic immigration streams, … Read more
LMIA Processing Times Shift Across TFWP Streams Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has released updated processing times for Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs), with April 2026 figures published on May 15, 2026. The data shows notable changes across several Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) streams, including a sharp reduction in processing duration for applications … Read more
Quebec invites 2,549 candidates in June 4 PSTQ draw Quebec invited 2,549 individuals to apply for permanent selection on June 4, 2026, through its Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). The invitations were distributed across all four program streams, reflecting a broad selection approach. The majority of invitations were issued to applicants in high-skilled occupations, accounting … Read more
Manitoba issues 104 invitations in June 2026 MPNP draw Manitoba conducted a new round of invitations on June 4, 2026, issuing 104 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) under the Skilled Worker Stream of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program. The draw targeted candidates who had previously received invitations through specific provincial recruitment initiatives. This marks … Read more
Manitoba PNP draw issues 282 invitations Manitoba issued 282 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) on January 25, 2024, through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). The invitations were distributed across multiple streams, including Skilled Workers in Manitoba and Skilled Workers Overseas. The draw reflects ongoing provincial efforts to address workforce demands through targeted immigration … Read more
Alberta issues 1,550 invitations in AAIP draws Alberta invited 1,550 candidates to apply for provincial nomination through seven draws held between May 20 and June 2, 2026, under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The invitations targeted workers in sectors identified as priorities, including technology, agriculture, construction, and manufacturing. The results were published by the … Read more
Quebec expands work permits to spouses of PR applicants A temporary public policy introduced on June 5, 2026, allows certain spouses and common-law partners of Quebec permanent selection applicants to obtain open work permits with fewer eligibility barriers. The measure applies to accompanying family members of candidates under Quebec’s Skilled Worker Selection Program and remains … Read more