NEWS & RESOURCES

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

Canada’s immigration system is recalibrating. IRCC’s 2026–2028 plan keeps permanent-resident admissions steady while lowering temporary-resident volumes to align with labour-market needs. International students face tougher proof-of-funds rules (effective Sept 1, 2025). In Quebec, the long-standing PEQ pathway closed on Nov 19, 2025, shifting candidates toward the PSTQ selection system via Arrima. Meanwhile, provinces remain active: British Columbia posted updated invitations

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.

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.