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Major changes announced in IRCC’s 2025-2026 Departmental Plan

Canada’s immigration department will establish a new pathway to permanent residence (PR) and will work toward launching a new work permit stream, according to its 2025-2026 Departmental Plan. The Plan, published on 20 June, 2025, says that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will Launch a new permanent pathway to PR by making the Economic […]

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Canada invites CEC candidates in second Express Entry draw of the week

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 3,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 521; and Created an […]

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Authenticating Your Immigration Documents and Hiring the Right Consultant

Canada’s immigration system is one of the most robust and welcoming in the world but navigating it can be challenging. Every year, thousands of applicants submit their credentials, work experience, and supporting documentation in hopes of building a new life here. Ensuring the authenticity of these documents is critical to avoiding legal issues in the […]

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Federal government and the municipality of Casselman invest in Bird’s Eye View Park 

Casselman is developing Bird’s Eye View Park into a welcoming green space with a focus on bird life, after a combined investment of $1,000,000 from the federal government and the municipality. Giovanna Mingarelli, Member of Parliament for Prescott—Russell—Cumberland and Mayor Geneviève Lajoie, were onsite today to make the announcement.

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Sudbury reveals designated employers for the RCIP and FCIP permanent residence pathways

The city of Greater Sudbury in Ontario has revealed its list of designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). Under these pilots, eligible foreign nationals can apply for Canadian permanent residency if they have a community-endorsed job offer from a designated employer. Assess your eligibility for […]

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Government of Canada celebrates National Shipbuilding Strategy milestones at Irving Shipbuilding

Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada is committed to strengthening its sovereign shipbuilding capabilities and supply chains so that the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) and the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) are equipped to conduct operations at home and alongside allies in an increasingly complex environment.

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Tips and Strategies for the Listening Component of your CELPIP Test

For test takers preparing for their CELPIP Test, we have prepared a list of tips and strategies to help you prepare for the Listening component of the CELPIP Test. By following these strategies, you will gain confidence in your skills, and be prepared for your test and ready to meet your score goals! Book a […]

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Canada overhauls eligible fields of study for post-graduation work permits

The Canadian government has made changes to which educational programs can lead to a work permit upon graduation. On 25 June, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made substantial changes to the eligible fields of study for Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP), in order to reflect updated labour market demands in 2025. Students in 119 new […]

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Canada renews support to protect the world’s children against infectious diseases

Vaccines are one of the world’s most effective, evidence-based health interventions. This is true no matter where in the world a child lives. Each year, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, provides immunizations for more than half the children born into the world, saving millions of them from life-threatening diseases like human papillomavirus (HPV), malaria, measles and polio.

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