Canada Holds First-Ever Express Entry Draw for Skilled Military Recruits
Canada has made history by conducting its first-ever Express Entry draw for Skilled Military Recruits, introducing a new pathway to permanent residence for highly skilled foreign nationals recruited by the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). In the draw held on July 23, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 4 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to eligible candidates.
Canada Boosts Transparency on Permanent Resident Admissions: IRCC Explains the Real PR Numbers (July 2026)
The Government of Canada has introduced a new level of transparency in its immigration reporting by launching an official webpage that explains how permanent resident (PR) admission numbers are calculated. The update clarifies that the annual immigration targets published in Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan do not include certain one-time permanent residence initiatives, giving Canadians and prospective immigrants a clearer picture of the country’s actual immigration plans.
Alberta Invites Over 1,100 Candidates to Apply for Provincial Nomination
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has released the results of its latest series of provincial immigration draws, issuing 1,167 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across six selection rounds held between July 3 and July 15, 2026. The invitations targeted candidates through multiple immigration pathways, including healthcare, aviation, technology, law enforcement, agriculture, and Alberta’s Opportunity Stream. […]
IRCC Updates Work Permit Processing Times: Latest July 2026 Processing Estimates
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its latest temporary residence processing time update, showing improvements in work permit processing for several countries. The updated estimates, published on July 15, 2026, indicate that applicants from Nigeria experienced the largest reduction, while in-Canada work permit processing reached its lowest level of the year.
British Columbia Invites Skilled Workers in Priority Care and Construction Occupations
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) has conducted another targeted Skills Immigration (SI) draw, inviting 343 skilled workers to apply for provincial nomination. The latest selection round, held on July 9, 2026, focused on candidates working in healthcare, childcare, veterinary care, and construction trades—sectors facing ongoing labour shortages across the province.
New Brunswick Extends Student Pathway to Permanent Residence Until 2027
New Brunswick has announced an extension of its Private Career College Graduate Pilot, giving eligible international students from two private colleges more time to secure a pathway to Canadian permanent residence. The pilot, originally set to end earlier, will now remain open until December 31, 2027.
IRCC Issues 4,000 Invitations to Healthcare and Social Services Workers in Latest Express Entry Draw
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another category-based Express Entry draw, issuing 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates working in healthcare and social services occupations. The latest draw reinforces Canada’s commitment to addressing critical labour shortages by prioritizing professionals in the healthcare sector.
Canada Issues First-Ever Express Entry Invitations to Physicians for Permanent Residence
Canada has held its first-ever Express Entry draw dedicated exclusively to physicians, marking a major milestone in the country’s efforts to address healthcare worker shortages. Through this new category-based selection, 391 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to eligible doctors already working in Canada, providing them with a faster pathway to permanent residence.
Apply for Canadian Citizenship Despite Missing Family Documents in 2026
Many people exploring their Canadian ancestry assume that missing birth certificates, citizenship papers, or incomplete family records automatically disqualify them from claiming Canadian citizenship by descent. However, Canada’s immigration authorities have confirmed that applicants can still pursue citizenship even when parts of their family history are unclear or undocumented.
British Columbia Issues Over 350 Invitations to Skilled Workers and Entrepreneurs in First June 2026 Draw
British Columbia has conducted its first Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) draw of June 2026, issuing more than 350 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to skilled workers and entrepreneurs seeking Canadian permanent residence.
