Canada’s New Citizenship Rules (Bill C-3) — A practical guide for families, expats and advisors On December 15, 2025, Bill C-3 — the amendment to Canada’s Citizenship Act — came into force. This change fixes long-standing gaps that left many people without a clear path to Canadian citizenship and introduces a practical standard for passing […]
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What Temporary Residents in Canada Should Do Before Their Permits Expire (2025–2026) As Canada’s immigration system evolves, hundreds of thousands of temporary residents — including international graduates, workers, and visa holders — are facing a critical crossroads. With federal policies tightening, work and study permit conditions changing, and permanent-residence pathways becoming more selective, people with
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What Canada’s 2026 Permanent-Residence Changes Mean for Applicants (TR→PR + H-1B) Canada’s immigration strategy is shifting toward bringing more people who are already living and working in the country onto permanent-resident status. Two major pathways are expected to be the focus in 2026: a large Temporary-Resident → Permanent-Resident (TR→PR) initiative and a fast-track PR route
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Immigration NewsWhat International Students Need to Know About Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan 2026–2028 Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan 2026–2028 has brought major changes that every international student must understand before planning their study or immigration journey. The federal government has announced a 50% reduction in international student admissions starting in 2026, reshaping the future of education, work,
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Avoid immigration refusals in Canada For decades, Canada has been considered one of the most immigrant-friendly nations in the world, welcoming hundreds of thousands of newcomers each year to support its labour market, economy, and multicultural identity. However, in 2025, the federal government has clearly shifted its tone. The focus has moved from record-breaking growth to
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Applying for a Canada visitor visa for the FIFA World Cup The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be a historic event, with Canada, the United States, and Mexico co-hosting the largest tournament in FIFA history. From June 11 to July 19, 2026, 48 teams will compete across 16 host cities, with Canada welcoming
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Latest IRCC Processing Times – August 2025 This page enlists the latest IRCC processing times as of August 27, 2025, which have been revised by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), and there are significant changes. IRCC has updated processing timelines for various immigration categories, including visitor visas, permanent residency (PR), Canadian citizenship, and passports. These data-driven estimates, reflecting 80%
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New IRCC Update: Canada’s Immigration Backlog Surges By 58,900 Canada’s immigration system, managed by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), remains a cornerstone of the nation’s growth, welcoming newcomers who fuel economic prosperity, cultural diversity, and innovation. On August 21, 2025, IRCC released its latest backlog data, offering a detailed snapshot of application inventories, backlogs, processing times,
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New Canada Citizenship Rule To Make Biometrics Mandatory In 2026-2027 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is set to introduce mandatory systematic biometric collection to grant citizenship. Unlike the past, where biometrics were not generally required for citizenship—though fingerprints were occasionally requested for security or identity checks—this policy will make biometrics mandatory for all applicants by
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Canada Issues 2,500 Express Entry Invitations On August 8, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its third Express Entry draw of the week, issuing 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. This draw, focused on candidates with French language proficiency, required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 481. As Canada intensifies its
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