Ontario Updates OINP Regulations for New Selection Streams and Stronger Program Integrity
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) is making changes to Ontario Regulation 421/17 under the Ontario Immigration Act, 2015 (OIA) that will allow the Minister to
Read More »Canada Expands Low-Wage TFW Program Access for Rural Employers Through 2027
On March 13, 2026, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) announced targeted, time-limited measures to help rural employers address workforce challenges. At the
Read More »Canada Extends Temporary Special Measures for Iranian Nationals to 2027
In response to instability in Iran, Canada introduced special measures in February 2023 to offer temporary support to eligible Iranians already in the country. As the
Read More »China Introduces Visa-Free Entry for Canada and UK Travelers Until December 2026
In a statement on February 15, 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the implementation of a visa-free policy for nationals of Canada and the United Kingdom,
Read More »Nova Scotia Streamlines Immigration Program Into Four New Streams
Effective February 18, 2026, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) has consolidated ten immigration streams, each with different eligibility requirements based on
Read More »Canada Announces 2026 Express Entry Categories to Prioritize Top Global Talent
On February 18, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the 2026 category-based selection priorities under the Express Entry system,
Read More »Canada Introduces Temporary Biometrics Exemption for FIFA‑Invited World Cup 2026 Participants
Canada has announced a temporary public policy that will exempt certain FIFA‑invited foreign nationals from the biometrics collection requirement when applying for a
Read More »British Columbia Increases Skills Immigration Application Fee to CAD 1750
Effective January 22, 2026, the British Colombia (BC) Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) is increasing the Skills Immigration application fee from CAD 1475 to CAD 1750. The BC
Read More »Canada Pauses Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots Until March 2026
On December 19, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that it is pausing intake to the Home Care Worker Immigration pilots until March 2026, in
Read More »Canada Updates Immigration Rules for Entrepreneurs: SUV Program Changes
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that it is introducing several changes to its business immigration programs to support the sustainable
Read More »Canada Opens International Experience Canada (IEC) for 2026 Season
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that the pools for the 2026 season of the International Experience Canada (IEC) program are open. Those who
Read More »Canada Tests Digital Visitor Visas
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that it is testing digital visas. For a limited time, a small group of Moroccan citizens who have been
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