Author Archives: Muhammad Daniyal

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 […]

Occupations that can lead to Canadian PR without prior Canadian work experience

Despite numerous changes in Canada’s immigration landscape over the last year, attaining permanent residence (PR) without having previously lived or worked in the country is still possible. Canada offers several immigration pathways specifically for skilled candidates, particularly those with work experience in high-demand occupations. How to get Canadian PR without prior Canadian work experience If […]

Open study permits available to family members of international students and foreign workers

Accompanying family members of foreign workers and international students can receive special study permits that are not tied to a single Designated Learning Institution (DLI), authorizing these individuals to attend any school of their choice Provided that they meet certain conditions, these spouses and common-law partners can access study permits that are Provincial Attestation Letter […]

Which professions give you the best shot at a provincial nomination for Express Entry-aligned PNP streams?

Most Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) have priority sectors and occupations that they target and prioritize for permanent residence (PR). If you are currently employed or have a job offer in an eligible in-demand profession, your chance of getting a provincial nomination for permanent residence rises significantly. Provinces frequently draw from the federal Express Entry pool, selecting candidates […]

The biggest immigration changes for international students and temporary foreign workers in Canada

Upcoming changes will significantly impact international students and temporary foreign workers in Canada, according to announcements made by the federal government. With the 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan and Budget 2025 providing further insight into what’s ahead, here’s a look at some of the most notable immigration news we’re expecting in the upcoming months. Updates that […]

Canada to increase provincial immigration by 66% in 2026, opening doors for applicants.

The federal government has set a target for 91,500 permanent resident (PR) admissions through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in 2026, an increase from last year’s target of 55,000 admissions—marking a positive shift for PNP candidates across Canada. The Immigration Levels Plan announces admission targets for the coming year, along with notional targets for the […]

What international students need to know about Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan 2026-2028

The federal government has announced that it will be cutting the number of international student admissions by half in 2026. The changes were revealed in the Immigration Levels Plan 2026-2028 which has set targets for the arrivals of temporary residents, which includes international students. The Immigration Levels Plan outlines the number of permanent and temporary […]

Levels Plan: Federal government gives large increase to Provincial Nominee Program, scales back on TFWP and study permits

The Canadian federal government has boosted permanent residency spots under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), while scaling back on the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. In 2026, Canada plans to admit 91,500 permanent residents through the PNP, an increase of 66% from the previous target of 55,000. The 2026 admissions target for workers under the Temporary […]

Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program expands criteria for suspending or returning applications

Ontario provincial nominee applicants may now see their applications returned or suspended under a wider range of circumstances.Ontario has amended Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) regulations to broaden the factors that could lead to the suspension or return of applications before a nomination is issued. The update adds 13 new factors and revokes one of […]

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