IRCC Releases First Artificial Intelligence Strategy Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its first comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, establishing a national framework for how the department intends to integrate AI across its operations. The newly published plan introduces guiding principles, identifies potential applications, and classifies the department’s use of AI tools. The … Read more
IRCC backlog tops one million applications by end of 2025 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reported that its total application backlog reached its highest level of 2025, surpassing one million pending files by December 31. The figure reflects a steady increase since mid-year, despite some reductions in specific categories such as Express Entry. IRCC … Read more
IRCC updates February 2026 immigration processing times Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued its latest update on processing times across permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship applications. The February 2026 figures show mixed results, with longer waits for several temporary resident categories and modest improvements for certain family sponsorship applications. The data compares … Read more
Canada Gains Visa-Free Access to China for 2026 Starting February 17, 2026, Canadian passport holders are permitted to visit China without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. The new arrangement, confirmed by the Chinese Foreign Ministry, remains valid until at least December 31, 2026. The change allows Canadians to travel to China … Read more
IRCC reminds applicants to declare all family members Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has reiterated that all family members, including spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children, must be declared in permanent residence applications. The clarification outlines that this requirement applies whether those relatives are accompanying the main applicant to Canada or not. The policy … Read more