For your last step in becoming naturalized as a Canadian citizen, you will attend a citizenship ceremony. At the Canadian citizenship ceremony, you will sing the national anthem and recite the oath of citizenship. Upon completing the ceremony, you’ll become a Canadian citizen, gaining all associated rights and responsibilities. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation […]
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Canada’s new rural pathway to permanent residence has been met with incredible demand by employers and foreign nationals in participating regions. Local economic development organizations participating in the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) have responded with measures such as tightening eligibility criteria for employers and/or imposing caps or moratoria on intake. Assess your eligibility for […]
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Canadian citizens and permanent residents can host their parent(s) or grandparent(s) in Canada for extended periods under the government’s super visa program. For prospective sponsors who did not receive an invitation by lottery under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), the super visa is a good alternative. Get a Free Super Visa Telephone Consultation with […]
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Healthcare and social services has been named a priority category in 2025, giving people working in these occupations a much better shot at permanent residence through Express Entry. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has already issued 5,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) in the healthcare and social service category in 2025. Assess your eligibility for […]
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Canada’s immigration department will require upfront medical exams for applicants applying for permanent residence through Express Entry. This new requirement will come into effect on August 21, 2025, according to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada’s website. See how competitive your Express Entry profile is Prior to this change, applicants would submit their complete application for […]
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Building your English skills is crucial for achieving your score goals on your English proficiency test. With a solid foundation in your reading abilities, you’ll find your confidence in all aspects of English will increase. We’ve put together this helpful list of reading strategies for the CELPIP test to help boost your reading comprehension, your […]
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The Canadian federal government is considering creating new Express Entry categories for senior managers, scientists and researchers, and military personnel, which would make it easier for foreign nationals in these professions to obtain Canadian permanent residence. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) listed these three categories in their post seeking public consultation, published on the […]
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Under the International Experience Canada (IEC), youth from countries that have bilateral Youth Mobility Agreements (bYMAs) can obtain one- to two-year work permits. IEC work permits are exempt from Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs), making them quicker and easier to obtain than permits under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Schedule a Free Work IEC […]
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The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will visit Canadian Forces Base Borden, to meet with Canadian Armed Forces members.
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) reinforce Canadian sovereignty in the Arctic as it deploys military assets, capabilities, and personnel on multiple operations throughout that region this summer and early fall. These operations are part of the CAF’s core missions to detect, deter, and defend Canada and North America against potential threats.
This week, Manitoba held another round of invitations for skilled workers to apply for a provincial nomination through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Candidates were invited based on their skilled work experience, scores, and participation in targeted strategic recruitment initiatives. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams MPNP draw results On August 7, the […]
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The Canada Games bring together the best young athletes, coaches and officials from across the country
“Five years ago, the Lukashenko regime launched a brutal crackdown on peaceful protestors following the fraudulent 2020 presidential election in Belarus. We—Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom—stand united in condemning the ongoing repression and human rights violations.
Lt.-Gen. (Retd) Ashley became the first and only Royal Canadian Navy officer to command Canada’s Air Force.
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade; and the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), alongside the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations; the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs; and the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, issued the following statement today:
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has increased the minimum settlement fund requirement for those immigrating through the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). As of July 29, 2025, foreign nationals need a minimum of $2,544 more in settlement funds to immigrate through the RCIP or the FCIP. Assess […]
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“The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Norway and the United Kingdom strongly reject the decision of the Israeli Security Cabinet on August 8 to launch an additional large-scale military operation in Gaza. It will aggravate the catastrophic humanitarian situation, endanger the lives of the hostages, and further risk the mass displacement of civilians. The plans that the Government of Israel has announced risk violating international law. Any attempts at annexation or of settlement extension violate international law.
Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, issued the following statement to mark National Peacekeepers’ Day:
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 2,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 481; and Created an […]
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Canada’s international assistance to respond to the humanitarian crisis in the West Bank and Gaza is designed to meet the immediate humanitarian needs of Palestinian civilians and to help lay the foundations for long-term peace and stability by supporting the development of institutions and socio-economic conditions necessary for a viable 2-state solution.
Filming begins for NFB doc The Time-Frying Machine in the Centre-du-Québec region
Canada maintains its staunch opposition to Russia’s unjust and unprovoked war against Ukraine and unwaveringly supports the Ukrainian people’s right to defend their freedom, sovereignty, and independence.
Today, Yasir Naqvi, Member of Parliament for Ottawa Centre and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade and to the Secretary of State (International Development), on behalf of Minister Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced an investment of $2.5 million from the Energy Innovation Program (EIP) to support Ottawa-based TerraFixing in developing made-in-Canada carbon management technology.
The governments of Canada and Alberta, through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, increased the low yield allowance so farmers can use poor crops for feed.
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