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In a major December shake‑up, IRCC issued 1,123 ITAs — the biggest PNP‑focused Express Entry draw of 2025 — while launching a dedicated Express Entry category for doctors with 5,000 PR slots reserved for practice‑ready physicians. Starting December 1, several immigration and work‑permit application fees also rose, affecting candidates under programs such as IEC. Meanwhile, the 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan confirms Canada will continue welcoming about 380,000 new permanen

IRCC preps new health‑workforce plan; 380,000 PRs/yr target confirmed; immigration fees rise; Ontario PNP overhauled; Skilled Trades stream suspended.

Canada closed November with a major Express Entry French‑language draw (Nov 28): 6,000 ITAs at CRS 408. For 2026, IRCC set a national target of up to 408,000 study permits (about 155k new + 253k extensions) and published PAL/TAL allocation tables—with 309,670 application spaces capped for PAL/TAL‑required cohorts and master’s/PhD public‑DLI students PAL/TAL‑exempt from Jan 1, 2026. In Quebec, the PEQ program ended Nov 19, shifting candidates to the PSTQ via Arrima. Ontario su

Canada’s immigration file remains active heading into year-end. IRCC issued 6,000 Express Entry invitations on Nov 28 at CRS 408, signaling continued momentum for broadly targeted draws. For students, Ottawa published 2026 study-permit allocations—up to 408,000 permits (155,000 new arrivals and 253,000 extensions), a further reduction from 2024–2025 levels. In Quebec, the PEQ program has officially closed (Nov 19), shifting skilled workers to the PSTQ process via Arrima. Albe

IRCC held a large French-language–focused Express Entry draw on October 29, issuing thousands of ITAs at a relatively moderate CRS cut-off. Here’s what the numbers signal for bilingual applicants, how non-Francophone profiles can stay competitive, and what to expect as Canada readies its 2026–28 Immigration Levels Plan.

IRCC held a PNP-linked Express Entry draw on October 27, issuing invitations at one of the year’s highest CRS cut-offs. We break down the numbers, why the threshold spiked, and what skilled workers, employers, and international graduates should do next to stay competitive.

IRCC capped a busy week with category-based Express Entry rounds for Education (2,500 ITAs, CRS 462) and Skilled Trades (1,250 ITAs, CRS 505). Ontario and Alberta issued large provincial invitations, while IRCC clarified PGWP-eligible fields and resumed movement on the Parents & Grandparents Program. This briefing distills the key dates, numbers, and practical takeaways clients need to plan their next steps confidently.

IRCC ran Education and Trades draws, provinces issued invites, student proof‑of‑funds rose Sept 1, and refusal letters now include officer notes. Key dates inside.

Education & Trades drew returned with a lower CRS, PNP remained active, and study permit funds increased for files after September 1. Here’s what changed and how to prepare.

IRCC held new Express Entry draws with lower CRS cutoffs for Education and Trade, updated financial proof and language test rules, and revised settlement fund requirements for certain programs. Here’s what applicants need to know.

From lower CRS cut‑offs to updated fund rules, here’s what’s changed in Canadian immigration as of September 2025 — and what it means if you're applying for study, work or permanent residence.

Canada’s immigration week ended with targeted Express Entry rounds for education (2,500 ITAs, CRS 462) and skilled trades (1,250 ITAs, CRS 505), plus fresh signals from provinces and continued pressure on IRCC processing inventories. For students, 2025 intake caps and proof-of-funds rules are reshaping plans. This briefing explains the key dates, numbers, and plain-language takeaways so applicants can act quickly—and correctly.

Canada’s immigration rules shift again: lower CRS thresholds, tougher financial proof for students, new English test accepted — essential updates for prospective applicants.

Canada’s immigration rules shift again: lower CRS thresholds, tougher financial proof for students, new English test accepted — essential updates for prospective applicants.

Canada has raised financial thresholds for study permits, saw sharp drops in temporary residency permits in early 2025, and tightened selection rules inside Express Entry and regional programs. Key changes every potential immigrant should know.

Canada has raised financial thresholds for study permits, saw sharp drops in temporary residency permits in early 2025, and tightened selection rules inside Express Entry and regional programs. Key changes every potential immigrant should know.

IRCC raised study-permit funds, ran three Express Entry draws, set a PGP filing deadline, and updated AIP settlement funds. Here’s what changed—and what to do next.

IRCC announces higher proof-of-funds for students, a new PNP Express Entry draw, upcoming category-based reforms, higher AIP settlement funds, and the reopening of the Parents & Grandparents Program in 2025.

Canada’s 2025 immigration landscape is shifting: study and work permits decline, TOEFL Essentials joins PR options, Express Entry rules tighten, and the Parents & Grandparents Program reopens. Here’s what these IRCC updates mean for applicants.

Canada’s immigration system in 2025 faces record study permit refusals, reduced PNP caps, tighter Express Entry rules, and new requirements such as pre-submission medical exams. Here’s a breakdown of the latest IRCC updates and what they mean.