Category Archives: News & Updates

The Express Entry candidate pool has seen significant changes in its composition following the removal of arranged employment points under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). Thousands of candidates in the Express Entry pool have seen their CRS scores drop by either 50 or 200 points—a change that, in turn, greatly impacts their chances of receiving […]

If you’re a permanent resident applying for Canadian citizenship, you can take action to avoid potential pitfalls in your application, which might result in delays. Citizenship applications can be quite involved, and it’s easy to make mistakes that might result in delays. This article will go over common reasons that citizenship applications can become complicated, […]

Express Entry’s STEM category looks drastically different than it did two months ago, with 19 occupations having been removed and six having been added. Many foreign nationals no longer qualify for the STEM category, while other foreign nationals have only recently become eligible. Qualifying for a category-based draw can make the difference between getting Canadian […]

Newfoundland and Labrador has issued its first round of invitations to candidates through its newly-launched Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The province transitioned to an online EOI system in February 2025. New Brunswick also held multiple provincial draws, inviting candidates in select in-demand occupations. Details on each province’s invitations can be found below. Provincial Immigration […]

For many foreign nationals seeking Canadian permanent residency (PR), the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) may be the most suitable pathway. As of the time of writing, the federal Express Entry system has 236,909 profiles, and the most recent CRS cut-offs for CEC draws in 2025 have ranged between 521 and 542. If you don’t have […]

In some cases, foreign nationals seeking permanent residence through Canada’s Express Entry system can gain foreign and in-Canada work experience at the same time, giving them additional CRS points and increasing their chances of gaining PR. Pursuing this method can allow some candidates to increase their Comprehensive Ranking System score by more than 60 points […]

If your Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is expiring soon, there are other ways to legally stay and work in Canada. This article will walk you through all your work permit options available, depending on your situation. Summary: Situation Work Permit Type Key Eligibility Criteria Any foreign national Temporary Foreign Worker Program work permit – Employer […]

Pharmacists, social workers, and dental hygienists can now qualify for category-based draws, giving these professionals a better chance to get Canadian permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry. On 27 February, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made major changes to Express Entry categories. In addition to creating a new category (Education) and removing another […]

Many immigration application refusals can be avoided with proper diligence. Whether you’re applying to visit, study, work, or immigrate to Canada, knowing the most frequent reasons for rejection can make a significant difference in preparing a strong, complete, and successful submission. This article will cover common reasons for refusal and preventative tips to avoid this […]

The backlog at Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has been steadily decreasing in recent months. The total number of applications in the department’s backlog was 821,200 as of February 28. Considering that just a month prior the backlog was at 892,100, this shows a reduction of a noticeable 7.95%. Coupled with the fact that […]