Canadian Families Can Now Apply For Citizenship By Descent
Several members of the same family may qualify for Canadian citizenship by descent through a shared Canadian ancestor. This can happen when a person’s citizenship claim comes through a parent, grandparent, or another Canadian ancestor. When one family member finds a valid connection to a…
Canada Releases The Latest Immigration Application Update
On August 18, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released its latest data on immigration applications. The update covers permanent residence, temporary residence, & citizenship applications. The figures are based on data available as of June 30, 2026. The data shows how many applications…
How To Read Quebec Baptism Records For Citizenship Claims?
A Quebec Catholic baptism record can look difficult to understand at first. Many records were written in French cursive, and some date back more than a century. However, these records often follow a clear pattern. Priests across Quebec used similar formats when recording baptisms, burials,…
Canada Offers Work Permits To At-Risk Manitoba Nominees
Canada will provide open work permits to up to 2,700 temporary foreign workers in Manitoba under a new temporary public policy. The measure can help some Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) candidates who have lost their work status or could otherwise lose their ability to…
More Americans May Qualify For Canadian Citizenship
The United States is facing another debate over birthright citizenship after President Donald Trump signed two executive orders on August 6 aimed at limiting automatic citizenship at birth. One order expands the groups the administration says may not qualify for automatic US citizenship. This includes…
Ontario Opens A New Permanent Residence Pathway Intake
Ontario has officially opened applications for its new permanent residence pathway under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). From August 4, 2026, eligible foreign nationals can now register for the Ontario Workforce Priority Stream (OWPS) and be considered for a provincial nomination. The province confirmed…
British Columbia Invites Entrepreneur Immigration Candidates
British Columbia has invited entrepreneurs to apply for provincial immigration through its latest Entrepreneur Immigration draw. The selection round took place on July 28, offering another opportunity for experienced business owners and entrepreneurs who want to establish or purchase a business in the province. A…
IRCC Updates Work And Study Permit Wait Periods
Canada’s immigration department has released new estimates for temporary residence application wait periods. The latest update, current as of July 28, shows that several application categories are now taking longer than before. The biggest changes were seen in study permit and work permit applications. Applicants…
Canada Tightens Study Permit Financial Checks
Canada has introduced stricter financial checks for people applying for study permits. The updated instructions ask immigration officers to take a closer look at applicants’ financial situation before approving their applications. The new guidance was added to the government website on July 24, 2026, as…
Canada Opens A New Border Crossing At Windsor-Detroit Corridor
Canada has officially opened a new land border crossing along one of the busiest Canada-U.S. trade and travel routes. The Gordie Howe International Bridge began operating on July 27, 2026, offering travellers and commercial vehicles another way to cross between Ontario and Michigan. The Windsor-Detroit…
