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These study programs offer the best shot at Canadian permanent residence for international student graduates

If you want to immigrate to Canada after graduating, selecting the right study program can make a big difference. In this article, we’ll list the study programs that hit on the key factors for immigrating to Canada: Eligible for open work permits after graduation (PGWPs). Lead to occupations given priority for permanent residence. Lead to […]

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Canadian Armed Forces search and rescue crew awarded Certificate of Commendation for Exceptional Bravery at Sea

On November 24, 2025, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) recognized members of 103 Search and Rescue Squadron with a Certificate of Commendation for Exceptional Bravery at Sea at IMO Headquarters in London, United Kingdom, for rescuing the crew from a disabled cargo vessel near Lark Harbour, Newfoundland, on February 15, 2025.

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Minister Alty and Ernie Daniels, President and Chief Executive Officer of the First Nations Finance Authority to announce a major milestone in First Nations lending

Please be advised that the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, along with Ernie Daniels, President and Chief Executive Officer of the First Nations Finance Authority, will announce significant progress made to empowering First Nations through access to capital.

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How the occupation code you select can make or break your chances at permanent residence through Express Entry

The primary National Occupational Classification (NOC) code you use for your Express Entry profile can significantly impact whether you get Canadian permanent residence (PR). Not only can your primary NOC determine your eligibility for certain Express Entry programs, but it also impacts your visibility as a suitable candidate for enhanced Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams. […]

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Planning project to explore hydrogen options for public transit in the GTHA

Today, the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada, David Billedeau, President and CEO of the Canadian Hydrogen Association (CHA), and Josipa Petrunic, President and CEO of the Canadian Urban Transit Research and Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC), announced a combined investment of more than $1.25M to explore hydrogen fueling options for public transit agencies within the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Areas (GTHA).

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How will my competitiveness as an Express Entry candidate change over time?

If you’re seeking Canadian permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry, planning ahead can have a big impact on your chances of success. The Express Entry pool is competitive: the government sends invitations to apply (ITAs) for PR only to the candidates with the highest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores who qualify for each draw. See […]

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Nova Scotia overhauls selection process for permanent residents

On November 28, the NSPNP announced that they would be introducing a new Expression of Interest (EOI) model* to their intake—following in the footsteps of almost all other Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). According to the province’s website, “all submissions to Nova Scotia’s immigration programs — regardless of when they were submitted — are [now] considered […]

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Tribunal Initiates Expiry Review—Oil Country Tubular Goods from Chinese Taipei, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Türkiye, Ukraine and Vietnam

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its order made on December 30, 2020, in expiry review RR-2019-006, to determine if the expiry of the order is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of oil country tubular goods, originating in or exported from Chinese Taipei, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Türkiye, Ukraine and Vietnam, and is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry.