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Newfoundland and Labrador expands work permit access in rural areas

On June 4, 2026, the province of Newfoundland and Labrador announced an expansion of work permit access in rural areas. This move is expected to attract more foreign workers to the region, addressing ...

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Express Entry

express entry draw 2026

The Express Entry draw 2026 is a pivotal process for thousands of immigrants seeking permanent residence in Canada. As of January 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducte...

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PR Pathways

Individuals in these three situations can work in Canada without a work permit

On June 2, 2026, the Canadian government announced that certain individuals can work in Canada without a work permit in specific situations. According to IRCC, this exemption applies to temporary resi...

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Provincial Nominee

Ontario overhauls OINP streams, invitation criteria through immigration regulations

On May 31, 2026, the Ontario government announced significant changes to its Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) streams and invitation criteria. According to IRCC, these changes aim to improve t...

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Express Entry

British Columbia unveils requirements for new time-limited pathway to permanent residence

On May 30, 2026, British Columbia unveiled the requirements for a new time-limited pathway to permanent residence, a development that is part of the broader IRCC announcement 2026. According to IRCC, ...

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Express Entry

Only 1 in 5 Newcomers Work in Their Intended Field in Canada

On May 29, 2026, a significant issue was highlighted in the Canadian immigration system, where only 1 in 5 newcomers work in their intended field in Canada. This news is based on the latest data avail...

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Express Entry

French-Language Proficiency 2026-Version 2 Draw #418: A Game-Changer for Francophone Immigrants

On May 28, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2 Draw #418, issuing 4,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a ...

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Express Entry

Canadian Experience Class Draw #417: 3,000 ITAs, CRS 518 (May 27, 2026)

The Canadian Experience Class Draw #417, which took place on May 27, 2026, issued 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 518 or higher. This...

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