Author Archives: Muhammad Daniyal

Global demand for second passports is surging – how Canada’s new bill could open the door

As travel rules continue to shift and global uncertainty grows, more people are turning to second citizenship as a source of long-term security. Even celebrities such as George Clooney and Rosie O’ Donnell have acquired or are seeking to acquire dual citizenship (and the passport that comes with it)—French citizenship for the former and Irish […]

Extend your stay in Canada with this accessible, LMIA-exempt work permit overlooked by most

Canada’s Francophone Mobility Work Permit (FMWP) lets foreign workers with modest French abilities qualify for an employer-specific work permit, whether they’re applying from abroad or seeking to extend their worker status from inside Canada.  The FMWP is exempt from the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process, and is among the most accessible to workers both […]

LMIA processing to resume in seven regions including Vancouver, Winnipeg and Halifax in Q1 2026

Starting January 9, the federal government will begin processing low-wage labour market impact assessments (LMIAs) in seven more regions across Canada. Vancouver, Winnipeg and Kingston are some of the regions where low-wage LMIA processing will begin once more. That is because these region have seen their unemployment rate drop below 6%. The government only processes […]

Canada holds second-largest Canadian Experience Class draw in history

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 8,000 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 511. Summary of Express Entry […]

Five changes that took effect across Canada’s immigration system on January 1, 2026

On New Year’s Day, several measures came into effect in Canada, from new provincial labour rules to the closure of a pathway for entrepreneurs. Here’s a look at the changes that just got implemented—and who they affect the most. Graduate students no longer need a Provincial or Territorial Attestation Letter Who it impacts: Foreign nationals thinking […]

PEI holds second surprise draw of the year, broadens eligibility criteria

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. […]

Entrepreneurs welcomed in British Columbia’s latest provincial immigration draw

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. Draw results On December 16, 2025, the BC PNP targeted provincial nominee candidates through both of its Entreprenuer Immigration streams: Base Stream; and Regional Stream. Most […]

British Columbia invites hundreds of candidates in first program draw in more than two months

On December 10, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held a new skills immigration invitation round. The draw targeted hundreds of candidates that the province believes will create a high economic impact. Draw results On December 10, 2025, the BC PNP issued 410 invitations to apply (ITAs). Candidates across all of British Columbia’s (B.C.’s) skills immigration streams were invited based […]

These are the occupations eligible for IRCC’s new physicians category

Some dermatologists, pediatricians, psychiatrists, and other doctors now have a more streamlined pathway to Canadian permanent residence (PR). On December 8, Immigration Minister Lena Diab announced the creation of a new Express Entry category dedicated to physicians with Canadian work experience. Because category-based selection draws typically feature some of the lowest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-offs, this […]

Ontario proposes complete overhaul of provincial pathways to permanent residence

Ontario’s provincial government has proposed a two-phased approach for introducing major changes to how it selects nominees for permanent residence. In phase one, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) would consolidate its three “Employer: Job Offer streams” into a single stream. In phase two, the OINP would eliminate all its other existing streams and introduce […]

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