Manitoba communities outline RCIP priority jobs for 2026 Three Manitoba communities participating in Canada’s Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) have confirmed their 2026 lists of priority sectors and occupations for candidates seeking permanent residence. The announcement updates local labour market priorities for Altona/Rhineland, Brandon, and Steinbach. The RCIP enables designated rural regions to attract workers … Read more
Alberta issues 899 invitations across two AAIP draws Alberta’s provincial immigration program conducted two selection rounds in February 2026, extending nearly 900 invitations to candidates seeking provincial nomination. The draws were held under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) on February 20 and February 24. The events marked the first draws of the year for … Read more
Canada Ends Temporary Work Permit Policy for Iranians Canada has concluded its temporary public policy that permitted Iranian nationals in the country to apply for special open work permits. The measure officially ended at midnight, Coordinated Universal Time, on March 1, 2026. The expiry affects Iranians with temporary resident status who had been eligible to … Read more
B.C. Regions Announce 2026 RCIP Priority Occupations Three regions in British Columbia participating in the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) have confirmed the sectors and occupations they will target in 2026. The update outlines the workforce areas where foreign workers will be prioritized for permanent residence consideration. The RCIP is a federal initiative aimed at … Read more
Manitoba issues 72 invitations in latest MPNP draw Manitoba has conducted a new Expression of Interest (EOI) draw under its Skilled Worker Stream, extending invitations to candidates both within the province and abroad. The draw, held on February 26, 2026, included applicants identified through various strategic recruitment initiatives. The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) confirmed … Read more
Canada tightens rules for LMIA-exempt work permits Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its guidance for issuing work permits under the “significant benefit to Canada” exemption, introducing stricter evaluation standards for both employers and foreign workers. The revised instructions, published on February 24, 2026, set out new criteria for assessing applications exempt from … Read more
Thirteen PNP pathways that do not require job offers Several Canadian provinces have immigration pathways under their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) that do not require a job offer. These programs enable qualified candidates to obtain a provincial nomination and later apply for permanent residence through the federal immigration system. The availability of non-job-offer streams highlights … Read more
Latest MPNP Draw: Key Updates and Insights The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) draw is a crucial event for aspiring immigrants aiming to settle in Manitoba. This draw helps skilled workers, professionals, and international graduates fulfill their dreams of living and working in Canada. Understanding the details of each draw is vital for applicants keen … Read more
IRCC Updates Processing Times for Temporary Visas Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released updated processing time estimates for several categories of temporary resident applications, including work permits, study permits, visitor visas, and super visas. The new figures reflect the most recent data available as of February 24, 2026. The latest update shows significant … Read more
Quebec updates list of occupations eligible for expedited LMIA processing Quebec has issued a revised list of occupations eligible for accelerated Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) processing under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). The new list, released on February 24, 2026, now includes 60 occupations, down from 76 previously approved categories. The update removes … Read more