Caglar Aybas

Caglar Aybas

Caglar Aybas is the founder and editor of Canadianow. He writes about Canadian immigration policy, benefit payments, and everyday life in Canada for newcomers, drawing on official IRCC, CRA, and provincial government sources. He is not an immigration lawyer or a licensed immigration consultant -- for personalized legal advice, always consult a licensed professional.

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Canada’s Self-Employed Persons Program: Paused for New Applications in 2026

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Canada’s Self-Employed Persons Program is not currently accepting new applications. As of January 1, 2026, IRCC stopped intake for both ...

Canada Express Entry Application Process: Step-by-Step (2026)

Canada Express Entry Application Process: Step-by-Step (2026)

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Steps to Apply for Canada Express Entry (2026) Express Entry is Canada’s online system for managing applications for three federal ...

Offering Multiple-Entry Visa for FIFA World Cup 2026

Offering Multiple-Entry Visa for FIFA World Cup 2026

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Updated July 2026. The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the first tournament ever co-hosted by three countries — Canada, the ...

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Celebrating Labor Day in Toronto: Events

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Celebrating Labor Day in Toronto: Events Labor Day is a cherished holiday in Toronto, offering a well-deserved break for workers ...

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Navigating Stat Holiday Pay in BC

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Updated July 2026. British Columbia has 11 statutory holidays, and the rules for who gets paid — and how much ...

Understanding the Ontario Stat Holiday Pay Calculator: A Step-by-Step Guide

Understanding the Ontario Stat Holiday Pay Calculator: A Step-by-Step Guide

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Understanding the Ontario Stat Holiday Pay Calculator: A Step-by-Step Guide Understanding statutory holiday pay in Ontario can be complex. The ...

PEI Provincial Nominee Program

Understanding PR Process in PEI Canada

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Understanding PR Process in PEI Canada Moving to a new country is a monumental life decision, one that brings both ...

Canada’s Federal Immigration Programs in 2026: What’s Active, What’s Paused, and Where to Focus

Canada’s Federal Immigration Programs in 2026: What’s Active, What’s Paused, and Where to Focus

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Canada’s Federal Immigration Programs in 2026: What’s Open, What’s Paused, and What to Watch Canada’s federal immigration system offers multiple ...

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Navigating Dental Care Options for Immigrants

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Navigating Dental Care Options for Immigrants Navigating dental care options can be challenging for immigrants settling in a new country ...

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How to Become a Successful Immigration Consultant

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How to Become a Successful Immigration Consultant An immigration consultant is a professional who assists individuals and families in navigating ...

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