Canada outlines limited rollout of In-Canada Workers Initiative On May 4, 2026, the federal government released its first detailed update on the In-Canada Workers Initiative, confirming that 3,600 individuals had already obtained permanent residence under the measure. The initiative is set to process up to 33,000 transitions from temporary to permanent residency between 2026 and … Read more
Canada accelerates permanent residence processing for select TR-to-PR applicants Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) confirmed on May 4, 2026, that certain permanent residence applications are being processed more quickly under a newly implemented temporary resident-to-permanent resident (TR-to-PR) pathway. The measure targets foreign workers already in Canada who applied through regional immigration programs and have … Read more
Canada expands restoration rules for out-of-status temporary residents On May 1, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated its operational guidance, allowing certain temporary residents who lose status to apply for restoration as visitors. The change introduces an additional pathway for foreign nationals who were previously limited to restoring their original status as workers … Read more
IRCC updates processing times for temporary visas Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released revised processing time estimates on April 29, 2026, showing notable reductions in several temporary residence categories. The changes reflect a comparison with figures published two weeks earlier on April 15. The most significant shifts were recorded for applicants submitting from Pakistan … Read more
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