Canadianow
Canadianow is an independent informational platform about Canada immigration and life in Canada. This category is a general hub for site-wide content that does not belong to one specific program or province.
Use this category for:
– Site announcements and editorial notes
– How to use Canadianow guides and categories
– General immigration policy / processing navigation posts (when not program-specific)
– Reference pages that link readers to official government sources
Important: Canadianow does not sell immigration services and does not promise outcomes. Immigration rules can change, and every case is different. Always confirm key requirements and application steps on official government websites before making decisions.
IRCC main (Immigration and citizenship):
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html
IRCC — Express Entry:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry.html
IRCC — Provincial nominees:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/provincial-nominees.html
IRCC — Work permits:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada.html
IRCC — Study permits:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html
IRCC — Visit Canada:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada.html
IRCC — Settling in Canada:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/settle-canada.html
IRCC — Check processing times:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html
Next Canada Child Benefit Payment Date: March 20, 2026
The next Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payment is scheduled for March 20, 2026, according to the Government of Canada’s official ...
New Canada Immigration Bill Just Passed And Here’s What Changes Now
1) Rural TFW Program change: low-wage cap can increase from 10% to 15% (time-limited) Official confirmation: ESDC news release says ...
Quebec PSTQ Workers Can Apply for a 12-Month LMIA-Exempt Work Permit Extension (Deadline: December 31, 2026)
The Government of Canada has published special instructions for a new temporary measure that can help certain foreign workers in ...
Bill C-12 Passed Third Reading in the Senate (March 12, 2026): What It Could Change and What Happens Next
Bill C-12 has passed third reading in the Senate on March 12, 2026, according to Parliament’s official bill tracker. The ...
Over 1 in 4 Inland Spousal Sponsorship Files Didn’t Start Processing in 2025: What IRCC’s R10 Check Means
Many couples assume the hardest part of spousal sponsorship is proving the relationship or passing medical and background checks. But ...
IRCC Changes Free Newcomer Services Eligibility for Economic-Class PRs (Effective April 1, 2026)
IRCC has announced a major change to who can access federally funded newcomer settlement services and for how long. Starting ...
Visitor Visas Improve for India, In-Canada Work Permits Still Slow – IRCC Processing Times Update (March 2026)
IRCC updates its processing-time estimates regularly, and small changes can affect real planning for work, travel, and family applications. In ...
Canada Study Permit Option After the UK “Visa Brake”: What Students Should Know
In March 2026, the UK announced an “emergency brake” that will stop sponsored study visa issuance for nationals of Afghanistan, ...
IRCC Work Permit Processing Time: In-Canada Extensions Showing 259 Days (March 2026)
If you applied to extend a work permit from inside Canada in 2026, the published wait time is becoming a ...
7 Key Strategies to Excel in the CELPIP Writing Test
For individuals aiming for permanent residency, citizenship, or professional accreditation in Canada, the CELPIP Test holds significant importance. While some ...
