Canada Remains One of the World’s Top 10 Most Powerful Passports in 2026
Henley & Partners has published the January 2026 edition of its global passport rankings, with the Canadian passport once again securing a place among the world’s top 10 most powerful passports. In the latest Henley Passport Index, Canada ranks eighth out of nearly 200 passports, granting its holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 181 destinations […]
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Yukon Immigration Program Announces 2026 Nomination Allocation and Intake Schedule
The Government of Yukon has confirmed that the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) will receive 282 nomination slots for 2026, with the first intake period scheduled to open on January 19. According to details released on Yukon’s official territorial news page on January 12, 2026, most of the program’s priorities for 2026 remain similar to those […]
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Affordable Ways to Sponsor Parents and Grandparents to Canada Without PGP
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has confirmed that it will not accept new applications under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) in 2026. According to IRCC’s official website, the program will remain closed to new intakes throughout the year. As a result, Canadian citizens and permanent residents currently do not have access to a […]
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LMIA Processing Resumes in Eight Regions in Q1 2026
Starting January 9, the federal government will resume processing low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) in eight additional regions across Canada. Regions such as Vancouver, Winnipeg and Kingston will once again be eligible for low-wage LMIA processing. These regions were previously restricted due to higher unemployment levels but have now become eligible after their unemployment […]
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PEI announces its immigration draw dates for 2026
Prince Edward Island has released its expected Invitation to Apply (ITA) schedule for 2026, providing insight into when provincial immigration draws are likely to be held throughout the year. The publicly available schedule offers greater transparency for prospective provincial nominee candidates, as Prince Edward Island remains the only Canadian province or territory to publish an […]
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Canada Conducts Its Second-Largest Canadian Experience Class Draw Ever
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a new Express Entry draw, issuing a significant number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). In this round, IRCC issued 8,000 ITAs to CEC candidates. To be eligible for consideration, candidates were required to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System […]
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Canada Begins 2026 With First Express Entry Draw, 574 Invitations Issued
Canada has conducted its first Express Entry draw of 2026, marking the beginning of this year’s federal immigration selections. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations through the Express Entry system to candidates nominated under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). In this draw, 574 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence were issued. To […]
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Express Entry in 2025 A Complete Review of Invitations and Key Changes
Canada’s Express Entry system underwent significant changes in 2025, marking one of the most transformative years since its launch. Adjustments to CRS scoring, the expansion and removal of categories, and a continued shift toward targeted draws had a direct impact on who received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. As 2025 comes to a […]
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Manitoba Holds Final 2025 Draw, Invites Hundreds of Skilled Workers
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted an Expression of Interest (EOI) draw on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, marking the province’s final draw of the year. In this New Year’s Eve draw, 421 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued to eligible candidates across different immigration pathways. Occupation-Specific Draw Focused on Healthcare On December […]
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Al Vahman RCIC An Experienced Consultant in Canadian Immigration Services
Canada continues to be one of the most preferred destinations for immigrants, students and skilled professionals worldwide. However, navigating the Canadian immigration system requires accurate knowledge, strategic planning and compliance with constantly changing regulations. This is where experienced and regulated professionals play a vital role. One such trusted name in Canadian immigration consulting is Al […]
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