Policy moves weekly. Know before you file.
Policy updates, pathway guides and draw analysis for people planning a move to Canada.
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Canada Highlights Francophone Immigration Initiatives
During National Francophone Immigration Week, Canada emphasizes the importance of French-speaking immigrants and outlines initiatives to support Francophone communities outside Quebec.
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Alberta Invites 425 Workers for Provincial Nomination
Alberta's immigration program issued 425 invitations for provincial nomination between October 23 and November 2, 2026. The selections targeted health care workers, Rural Renewal Stream, and Alberta Opportunity Stream candidates.
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Mistakes in Citizenship by Descent Applications: Misrepresentation Risks
Errors in citizenship by descent applications may be treated as misrepresentation, potentially leading to serious consequences like application rejection or citizenship revocation.
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IRCC to Hold Media Briefing on Immigration Levels
IRCC will conduct a media technical briefing on immigration levels on November 6, 2026, at the National Press Theatre in Ottawa. The briefing is for accredited media members only.
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CanadaVisa Launches High-Wage CRS Calculator for Express Entry
CanadaVisa has introduced a free online calculator for Express Entry candidates to assess their scores under new high-wage CRS rules, effective November 3, 2026.
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Canada Modernizes Asylum System for Timely Decisions
Canada has introduced new regulations to modernize its asylum system, effective November 3, 2026. These changes include a single online application process and clearer timelines to support timely decisions.
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Budget 2026 Immigration Measures: The 200,000-Person Pathway and What It Costs
Budget 2026 funds the new levels plan, a one-time pathway for up to 200,000 temporary residents to become permanent residents, and Temporary Foreign Worker Program reform.
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Canada's 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan: Every Target, Explained
Canada holds permanent resident admissions at 380,000 a year and new temporary arrivals at 370,000 through 2029. Here is the full category breakdown and what it means for applicants.
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Canada Updates In-Canada Asylum Procedures Following Reforms
Canada has updated its in-Canada asylum procedures effective November 3, 2026, following the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration Systems and Borders Act. These updates affect intake procedures, Ministerial reviews, and claim withdrawals.