Choosing the right National Occupational Classification (NOC) code to categorize your work experience is one of the most important decisions in the creation of your immigration profile and application. See how competitive your Express Entry profile is The NOC that you choose to represent your work experience, and for the main occupation in your immigration […]

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Over the past year, we saw many immigration developments—from a complete overhaul to Express Entry occupational categories to deepened cuts to the international student program, and the removal of Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for arranged employment. Here are the CIC News articles which garnered the most interest from readers in 2025. Join the Angus […]

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In 2025, Carney’s liberals have promised massive infrastructure investments, even as they’ve made cuts to both temporary and permanent residence (PR) programs that would provide skilled workers. In Budget 2025, the government promised investments in infrastructure, including roads, pipelines, and ports, as well as residential housing. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Given […]

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Foreign nationals seeking permanent residence through Express Entry can now complete a single web form to see their eligibility for all Express Entry-aligned (enhanced) Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP). Obtaining a provincial nomination all but guarantees success in receiving an invitation to apply (ITA) for permanent residence through the Express Entry system, as it provides an […]

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The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) has held its second surprise draw of the year, breaking with the province’s Anticipated Invitation to Apply (ITA) schedule. In a change of pace, PEI also broadened its selection criteria for this draw—relative to recent selection patterns—considering individuals with less connection to the province for nomination. […]

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I moved to Canada as a permanent resident (PR) at the beginning of 2022. There are plenty of advantages to coming to Canada with PR status. PRs can live, work, or study anywhere in the country, access many of the same social benefits as Canadian citizens, and—if they meet eligibility requirements—eventually apply for Canadian citizenship. […]

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If you’re counting down the weeks of Canadian work experience you need for permanent residence (PR), booking time off can raise a question: Will this delay my eligibility? Luckily, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) generally allows a reasonable period of vacation when calculating qualifying Canadian work experience under Express Entry’s Canadian Experience Class (CEC)—but […]

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Winter in Canada is a season rich with holidays, traditions, and celebrations that reflect the country’s diverse cultural and religious communities.  For newcomers and long-time residents alike, these holidays provide a time to connect, reflect, and celebrate through family, cultural, and community customs.  Join the Angus Reid Forum and get $5 in points! In this […]

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If you’re planning to visit your loved ones in Canada over this holiday season, it’s important to know that even less serious blemishes on your record can see you denied entry to the country. Non-citizens with a criminal record, even if consisting of seemingly low-level offences, may be turned away at the border on the […]

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Nigerians can continue to thrive in Canada’s individual-centric immigration system, despite recent restrictions imposed on them in the United States. Effective January 1, 2026, Nigerian nationals will be barred entry to the US as the issuance of immigrant visas, and select nonimmigrant visas—including B-1/B-2 (visitor/business), and F, M, and J (student and exchange) visas—has been […]

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The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has officially met its full 2025 nomination allocation after issuing its final Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination. Having reached its declared 6,741 cap, it’s likely that no more provincial nomination invitations will be issued hereafter. Its final round of invitations, published retroactively, focused on healthcare professionals. Assess […]

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The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has been granted a nomination allocation of 4,761 spaces for 2026—the same amount it ended 2025 with. To support the use of this allocation the SINP will also institute a number of significant changes to its immigration programs in the new year.  At least 50% of its 2026 nominations […]

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A bill is nearing approval that would give the governor general broad discretionary powers over immigration applications, immigration documents, and temporary residents. If it becomes law in its current form, Bill C-12, “Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act,” would allow Canada’s governor general (acting with the advice of the Cabinet) to cease the acceptance […]

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As the year comes to a close, looking back on the Express Entry draws conducted in 2025 provides clear insight into the types of candidates Canada prioritized for permanent residence (PR). Over the course of 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a total of 58 Express Entry draws, across numerous draw types (as […]

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The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) has held its first provincial nomination invitation round since November 16, 2025, issuing new invitations on December 9, 2025. The province issued 110 invitations through both the New Brunswick Express Entry Stream and the New Brunswick Skilled Worker Stream. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Both invitation […]

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Manitoba has issued 63 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) under the Skilled Worker Stream on December 18, 2025. The invitations went to candidates in the Skilled Worker in Manitoba or Skilled Worker Overseas pathways who declared they were directly invited by the MPNP under a strategic recruitment […]

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This week, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held another selection round targeting entrepreneur for provincial nomination. Invitations were extended to candidates through two of the province’s Entrepreneur Immigration category pathways. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Draw results On December 16, 2025, the BC PNP targeted provincial nominee candidates through both […]

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On December 15, 2025, the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) extended more Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination. This latest draw prioritized individuals employed in occupations and priority sectors that deliver strong economic benefits to the province. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Draw results The province sent out a […]

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International Experience Canada (IEC) pools have officially reopened, allowing eligible foreign youth to submit a candidate profile for the 2026 season. Under the program, citizens from 36 select countries (aged 18–30 or 18–35) can live and work in Canada for up to two years with an IEC-specific work permit. Throughout the year, Immigration, Refugees and […]

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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is putting the brakes on some of its business programs to set the foundation for a new pilot for immigrant entrepreneurs. On December 19, the department announced that it will no longer accept applications for the optional work permit available to Start-Up Visa (SUV) applicants, except for those already […]

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Foreign nationals seeking permanent residence through Canada’s home care worker pilots will not be able to apply in 2026. In Ministerial Instructions published in today’s Canada Gazette, the immigration department wrote that it will accept no new applications under these pilots, effective from March 31, 2026 through to March 30, 2030. Discover if You Are […]

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British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has announced its 2026 nomination allocation, and it is lower than the province requested for the year. It is the first province to do so, with more expected to follow suit in the coming weeks or months. The BC PNP published this announcement on its official PNP updates webpage […]

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In periods of huge invitation issuances, prepared candidates thrive, while others miss out on their opportunity to immigrate—regardless of their CRS score. In the last 30 days, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more than 30,000 invitations to apply (ITAs)—a huge number of invitations for the Express Entry system, but one that was […]

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If you are planning a move to Canada, a bit of preparation may help your transition feel smoother. There are a few practical areas to look at before you leave, such as reviewing your work documents, getting financially ready, learning about available newcomer services may help you prepare for your move to Canada. Learn more […]

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The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has used its entire 2025 nomination allocation, according to a program update issued on December 17. The OINP stated that it issued a total of 10,750 nominations to applicants across 2025. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams What this means for applicants Despite Ontario hitting its 2025 cap, […]

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