Canada raises permanent residence application fees across all streams Permanent residence application costs in Canada rose on April 30, 2026, with updated fee levels applied to all major immigration pathways, including Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, and family reunification. The revisions affect principal applicants as well as accompanying spouses, partners, and dependent children. The Right … Read more
Canada extends Gaza visitor entry policy to 2028 Canada has prolonged a temporary public policy allowing certain foreign nationals in Gaza to travel to the country under eased entry conditions. The measure applies to individuals who already hold a temporary resident visa issued under earlier special provisions. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) confirmed the … Read more
IRCC backlog falls to lowest level since July 2025 Canada’s immigration application backlog declined at the end of February 2026, according to newly released data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The department reported 941,400 applications exceeding standard processing times, marking a monthly decrease of 48,900 cases. The reduction reflects improvements across several major … Read more
Citizenship proof delays rise amid surge in U.S. applicants Processing times for Canadian proof of citizenship certificates have significantly increased following a surge in applications from the United States. Federal estimates now indicate wait times have doubled compared to the previous year. The increase follows a legislative change introduced in December 2025 that expanded eligibility … Read more
Canada updates processing times for temporary visas Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released updated processing times for temporary residence applications, showing reductions across several categories. The latest figures indicate shorter wait periods for work permits, visitor visas, study permits, and super visas in multiple countries. The changes are based on a comparison of … Read more
Major cities excluded from new TR to PR pathway Canada’s upcoming temporary resident to permanent resident (TR to PR) pathway will not be available to individuals living in the country’s largest urban centres. The federal government confirmed that all Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs) are excluded from the measure. Immigration Minister Lena Diab shared the update … 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 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
Canada introduces temporary measures for residents affected by disasters The federal government has implemented new temporary immigration measures to support foreign nationals in Canada impacted by natural disasters. The policy applies to temporary residents, including international students, foreign workers, and visitors. The measures aim to address situations where individuals are unable to maintain or renew … Read more
Canada extends work permit measures for Ukrainians The federal government has introduced new measures allowing certain Ukrainian nationals in Canada to extend their open work permits. The policy applies to individuals who entered under the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) and related temporary public policies. The updated measures provide a new deadline of March … Read more