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Express Entry

French-Language Proficiency 2026-Version 2 Draw #425: A Guide to Success

On July 9, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2 Draw #425, issuing 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a ...

Jul 9, 2026 · 6 minRead
Documents

Canada’s processing time for proof of citizenship jumps to 19 months

The processing time for proof of citizenship has increased to 19 months as of July 8, 2026. According to IRCC, this change affects all citizenship applicants who have submitted their applications and ...

Jul 8, 2026 · 5 minRead
PR Pathways

Manitoba MPs announce work permit extensions for provincial nominee candidates

On July 8, 2026, Manitoba MPs announced work permit extensions for provincial nominee candidates, a development that could significantly impact the immigration journey of many individuals. This news i...

Jul 8, 2026 · 6 minRead
Express Entry

Canadian Experience Class Draw #424: 2,000 ITAs, CRS 517 (July 7, 2026)

The latest Canadian Experience Class Draw #424: 2,000 ITAs, CRS 517 (July 7, 2026) has sent shockwaves of excitement and relief among aspiring immigrants to Canada, particularly those with experience ...

Jul 7, 2026 · 7 minRead
Express Entry

Understanding the Express Entry Draw 2026 Process

The Express Entry Draw 2026 has seen a significant surge in Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), with 89,067 ITAs issued in the first half of 2026...

Jul 5, 2026 · 5 minRead
Express Entry

British Columbia holds provincial immigration draw targeting entrepreneurs

On July 5, 2026, British Columbia held a provincial immigration draw targeting entrepreneurs, as part of its efforts to attract business talent to the province. This draw is a key component of the IRC...

Jul 5, 2026 · 6 minRead
Provincial Nominee

Alberta invites over 1,000 candidates across six selection rounds

Alberta Invites Over 1000 Candidates -- July 2026 -- What It Means for You

Jul 4, 2026 · 4 minRead
PR Pathways

Immigration minister says Canada is ‘not finalizing any new’ citizenship-by-descent applications, reviewing all files

On July 3, 2026, Canada's immigration minister announced that the country is not finalizing any new citizenship-by-descent applications, and all files are being reviewed. This news affects individuals...

Jul 3, 2026 · 6 minRead
PR Pathways

IRCC claims only 1% of citizenship by descent applicants impacted

On July 3, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that only 1% of citizenship by descent applicants are impacted by certificate surrenders. This update affects the process...

Jul 3, 2026 · 5 minRead

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