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Latest February Processing Data: Faster Family Sponsorship, Higher Study and Work Permit Volumes
IRCC’s processing time estimates changed again in mid-February 2026. Some family sponsorship estimates improved, while several temporary residence estimates (especially ...
Canada’s 2026 Express Entry Categories: What Minister Diab Actually Announced
Updated July 2026. On February 18, 2026, Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab announced Canada’s 2026 Express Entry category-based selection priorities ...
Canada’s Ukraine Emergency Visas: What IRCC Says About Staying After the War
Canada says Ukrainian emergency visa holders are expected to return after the war Canada’s immigration department says it still expects ...
Manitoba MPNP Issues 29 LAAs in February 12 Draw
Manitoba’s Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held its first draw of the month on February 12, 2026 and issued 29 Letters ...
BC PNP issued 474 invitations in February 2026 back-to-back draws
British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) posted new draw results showing 474 invitations issued over two draw dates (February ...
Canadians can travel to China visa-free for up to 30 days (from Feb 17, 2026)
China has announced a new visa-free entry policy for Canadian ordinary passport holders, starting Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The policy ...
Canada Is Prioritizing These Occupations for Faster Work Permit Processing
Canada is prioritizing certain “essential service” occupations for faster processing of employer-specific work permit applications. This is not a separate ...
How to Get Canadian PR With a Two-Year College Diploma
How to Get Canadian PR With a Two-Year College Diploma (Updated, Official Policy Checked) If your goal is permanent residence ...
Citizens of These 10 Countries Can Hold Dual Citizenship With Canada
Citizens of These 10 Countries Can Hold Dual Citizenship With Canada Canada allows dual and multiple citizenship. This means you ...
Canada’s 2026 Statutory Holidays Calendar and Long Weekends
Planning time off in Canada is not always simple because statutory holidays depend on where you work. Federally regulated jobs ...
