Express Entry pool expands as high scores rise Canada’s Express Entry system recorded a net increase in candidate profiles between mid-March and mid-April, reversing a recent trend of declining numbers. The change comes despite Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issuing thousands of invitations to apply (ITAs) during the same period. The latest data shows … Read more
Nova Scotia, Quebec join rural TFW cap policy Nova Scotia and Quebec have become the first provinces to apply a new federal public policy that adjusts limits on low-wage temporary foreign workers in rural areas. The measure is part of a time-limited framework introduced by Ottawa earlier in April. The policy enables certain employers outside … Read more
IRCC updates April processing times for immigration Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has published updated processing timelines for permanent residence and citizenship applications as of April 7, 2026. The latest figures show a combination of shorter waits in some categories and longer delays in others, reflecting shifting application volumes and inventory levels. The changes … Read more
Canada expands LMIA processing freeze to 30 regions The federal government has broadened restrictions on low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications, with new measures taking effect April 10. Under the update, applications in 30 census metropolitan areas (CMAs) will not be processed for the second quarter of 2026, an increase from 24 regions in … Read more
Canada proposes major Express Entry overhaul Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has outlined a series of proposed changes to the Express Entry system that would significantly alter how candidates are selected for permanent residence. The proposals introduce a stronger emphasis on earnings and adjust eligibility rules, while reducing the role of Canadian work experience … Read more
Canada proposes broader work rights for students and graduates Canada’s immigration department has introduced proposed regulatory changes aimed at expanding work authorization for international students, recent graduates, and certain foreign apprentices. The measures were published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on April 1, 2026, and are currently in the consultation phase with provinces, … Read more
Canada Proposes Major Express Entry Overhaul Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has outlined plans to significantly restructure the country’s Express Entry system. The proposal would eliminate the current federal economic immigration programs managed under Express Entry and introduce a single, consolidated pathway. The changes were detailed in IRCC’s Forward Regulatory Plan for 2026 to … Read more
Alberta introduces $135 fee for Worker Expression of Interest submissions Alberta has implemented a new fee for foreign nationals submitting a Worker Expression of Interest (WEOI) under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The change took effect on April 7, 2026. The WEOI submission, previously free of charge, now requires a payment of $135. The … Read more
BC streamlines licensing for US healthcare workers British Columbia has reported a significant increase in U.S.-trained healthcare professionals entering its workforce following regulatory changes introduced in 2025. The province states that more than 400 doctors, nurses, and allied health workers from the United States began working in B.C. over the past year. The changes are … Read more
Canada outlines 2026–27 foreign credential recognition targets Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has set a new annual target under its Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Program for the 2026–27 fiscal year. The department plans to establish 58 funding agreements aimed at supporting approximately 32,000 internationally trained professionals. The initiative focuses on improving access to regulated … Read more