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What are the Options for Bringing Parents and Grandparents to Canada in 2026?

Canada has significantly narrowed the options for family reunification involving parents and grandparents in 2026. New Ministerial Instructions that took effect on January 1, 2026 confirm that no new applications will be accepted under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). As a result, families can no longer plan around permanent residence sponsorship for parents and […]

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Canada Puts Surprise Pause on Applications to Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot for Skilled Refugees

Canada has abruptly paused new applications to the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP), a federal program designed to connect skilled refugees and displaced people with Canadian employers facing labour shortages. The decision took effect at the end of December and was communicated to organisations involved in the program just days before Christmas. The pause leaves

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Prince Edward Island’s Anticipated PNP Draw Schedule for 2026

Prince Edward Island continues to run one of Canada’s most structured and predictable provincial nominee programs. For 2026, the province has published an anticipated Invitation to Apply schedule that points to monthly draws across the year, subject to federal allocations, processing capacity, and labour market priorities. While this schedule does not guarantee selection, it provides

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Express Entry in 2025 – A Comprehensive Review

Canada’s Express Entry system in 2025 marked one of the most active and targeted years since the system launched in 2015. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) relied heavily on category-based draws, French-language proficiency, and Canadian Experience Class invitations to meet labour market and francophone objectives, while keeping Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates at the

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Canada Issues 8,000 Invitations in Massive Canadian Experience Class Express Entry Draw

Canada has conducted its second Express Entry draw of the year, issuing a substantial 8,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) on January 7, 2026. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this round was 511 points. This draw represents the largest CEC-specific round in years and

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Ontario OINP 2026 Update: New PR Pathway for Self-Employed Physicians

On This Page You Will Find Overview of Ontario’s OINP changes for physicians in 2026 How self-employed doctors can qualify without a job offer Eligible physician NOC codes under the new rules CPSO, provisional licence, and OHIP billing requirements What existing OINP applicants need to do next Ontario has taken a significant step toward addressing

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Canada Kicks Off 2026 With First Express Entry Draw Targeting Provincial Nominees

Canada has conducted its first Express Entry draw of 2026, issuing 574 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 711 points. This draws marks the start of a new immigration year, following a busy 2025 where Canada issued the second-highest number

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How to Immigrate to Canada When Aged 55 or Over

On This Page You Will Find How age affects Canadian immigration programs Why Express Entry is challenging after 55 Provincial and regional options for older applicants Business and entrepreneur pathways explained Family sponsorship and temporary residence strategies Medical admissibility and health planning Common myths and practical next steps Canada remains one of the world’s most

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