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…
Ontario Unveils A New PR Pathway Scoring System
Ontario has introduced the official scoring system for its new permanent residence pathways under the Ontario Workforce Priority Stream (OWPS). The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has now shared how eligible candidates will be ranked before receiving an invitation to apply for a provincial nomination….
Prince Edward Island Holds Biggest Immigration Draw
Prince Edward Island (PEI) has held its largest provincial immigration draw of 2026 by inviting 195 candidates to apply for a provincial nomination. The draw took place on July 16 through the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP).0 The latest invitation round continued…
Canada Raises TFWP Wage Thresholds Across Provinces
Canada raises TFWP wage thresholds across provinces, i.e., the federal government has increased the hourly wage requirements under the low-wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). The updated wage thresholds came into effect on July 17, 2026. Under the revised rules, employers located…
New Rules Protect Immigration Consultant Clients In Canada
Canada has introduced new rules that strengthen protection for people who hire licensed immigration consultants. The updated regulations now allow eligible clients to seek compensation for financial losses caused by dishonest actions committed by licensed immigration consultants. The new regulations came into effect on July…
