IRCC review finds self-employed PR pathway outdated A federal evaluation published on July 28, 2026, has concluded that Canada’s Self-Employed Persons Program (SEPP) is no longer meeting its intended objectives.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
Quebec invites 523 candidates in July 30 PSTQ draw Quebec issued 523 invitations for permanent selection on July 30, 2026, through its Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). The round covered all four program streams and included candidates already living in the province. The selection process drew from profiles submitted in the Arrima system, with extraction … Read more
BC issues 10 entrepreneur invitations in July 28 draw British Columbia conducted an entrepreneur immigration draw on July 28, issuing 10 invitations under the Base Stream of its Provincial Nominee Program. The minimum score required for selection in this round was 117. The invitations were extended through the Entrepreneur Immigration category of the British Columbia … Read more
Newfoundland and Labrador issues 445 invitations in July 28 draw Newfoundland and Labrador conducted a provincial immigration draw on July 28, 2026, issuing a total of 445 invitations to candidates seeking permanent residence. The selection was carried out through two pathways: the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). … Read more
Manitoba issues 766 immigration invitations in latest MPNP draw On July 30, Manitoba conducted Expression of Interest (EOI) draw #276, issuing 766 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). The selection primarily targeted candidates already working in the province, with a large share of invitations going to individuals employed … Read more
Canada limits C20 work permits to current employees On July 29, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced revised instructions affecting how certain LMIA-exempt work permits are issued under the C20 exemption category. The update establishes that foreign nationals must already be employed by an overseas company to qualify for a reciprocal employment work … Read more
IRCC updates July 28 processing times for permits Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released updated processing time estimates on July 28, 2026, showing longer wait periods for several temporary residence applications. The latest figures indicate that work and study permit processing times have increased for certain countries, including Pakistan and Nigeria, compared with the … Read more
Canada updates study permit financial checks Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated its study permit assessment guidance on July 24, 2026, introducing stricter review requirements for applicants’ financial documentation. The revised instructions require officers to more closely examine both the amount and origin of funds submitted with applications, marking a shift in how financial … Read more
Yukon introduces new licensing pathway for internationally trained family physicians The Yukon government announced on July 22 a revised licensing approach that enables certain internationally trained family physicians to begin practising in the territory with fewer regulatory steps. The policy introduces a “Limited A” licence, allowing eligible doctors from four countries to bypass additional assessments … Read more