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IRCC walks back current employee restriction on reciprocal employment work permits

On August 7, 2026, IRCC announced a significant change to its work permit policies, specifically reversing the current employee restriction on reciprocal employment work permits. This decision affects...

Aug 7, 2026 · 5 minRead
Express Entry

French-Language Proficiency 2026 Draw

The French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2 Draw #433, which took place on August 6, 2026, issued 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of ...

Aug 6, 2026 · 5 minRead
Express Entry

Canadian Experience Class Draw #432: 3,000 ITAs, CRS 516 (August 5, 2026)

On August 5, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the Canadian Experience Class Draw #432, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a Comprehensive R...

Aug 5, 2026 · 6 minRead
Express Entry

Express Entry Draw 2026: A Comprehensive Guide

The Express Entry draw 2026 is a crucial milestone for individuals seeking permanent residence in Canada. As of January 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations...

Aug 5, 2026 · 5 minRead
PR Pathways

Immigration department finds PR pathway for self-employed persons no longer fit for purpose

IRCC Announcement 2026 -- August 2026 -- What It Means for You

Aug 5, 2026 · 7 minRead
Provincial Nominee

Ontario PNP Invites 507 candidates -- August 4, 2026

Ontario PNP Invites 507 -- August 2026 -- What It Means for You

Aug 5, 2026 · 4 minRead
Express Entry

Provincial Nominee Program Draw #431: 507 ITAs, CRS 768 (August 4, 2026)

The Provincial Nominee Program Draw #431: 507 ITAs, CRS 768 (August 4, 2026) has brought significant attention to the immigration landscape, with 507 invitations to apply for permanent residence issue...

Aug 4, 2026 · 6 minRead
PR Pathways

Canada directs officers to deny humanitarian exemptions for permanent residence applicants under temporary public policies

On August 4, 2026, Canada directed officers to deny humanitarian exemptions for permanent residence applicants under temporary public policies. This news is a significant development in the Canadian i...

Aug 4, 2026 · 4 minRead
PR Pathways

Quebec issues invitations to apply for permanent selection across all PSTQ streams

Quebec Issues Invitations -- August 2026 -- What It Means for You

Aug 3, 2026 · 4 minRead

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