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Practical, current analysis of Canadian immigration law, policy and procedure for employers, businesses, families and individuals.
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Recent developments that may affect Canadian immigration planning and applications.
Visitor Visa Refused? Fix the Evidence Before You Apply Again
A second application needs to address the first refusal. Review the reasons and identify what the new evidence actually changes before paying another fee.
LMIA-Exempt Hiring: Keep the Employer Portal Offer and the Real Job Aligned
An LMIA exemption does not remove employer compliance duties. The offer, actual work and payroll records need to tell the same story.
Changing Employers on Maintained Status: What You Can and Cannot Do
An extension application does not automatically let you start with a new employer. Check your permit conditions and any separate work authorization first.
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IRCC Renumbered Its Free Trade Work Permit Codes: CUSMA Is Now T34–T38
If you last looked at free trade agreement work permits a couple of years ago, the codes you remember are wrong. IRCC…
New Consultant Regulations Take Effect July 15: How to Protect Yourself When Hiring Immigration Help
The College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants gains stronger discipline powers on July 15, 2026, plus a new compensation fund for clients…
Northwest Territories Francophone Funding: A Recruitment Signal, Not a New Permit
IRCC announced about $860,000 for francophone integration in the Northwest Territories. Here is the practical distinction for employers.
Manitoba’s Francophone Immigration Funding: What Employers Should Take From It
New francophone immigration funding in Manitoba supports recruitment and integration. It does not create a work permit exemption for employers.
Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot Extended to August 2027
IRCC has extended the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot. What prospective students should check before committing to a program.
Express Entry in 2026: Ten Categories, a 12-Month Experience Rule, and a Record-Low CRS of 169 for Physicians
IRCC expanded category-based selection in 2026: physicians, senior managers, researchers, transport workers and skilled military recruits joined the list, and the qualifying…
Flagpoling Is Over: How to Change or Extend Your Status From Inside Canada
Since December 2024, driving to the border for same-day permit processing no longer works for most applicants. Here is what replaced flagpoling…
Dual Intent: Can You Get a Visitor Visa, Study or Work Permit While Waiting for PR?
Wanting to immigrate permanently does not disqualify you from a temporary visa. Canadian law expressly allows dual intent, but you must satisfy…
Misrepresentation in Canadian Immigration: The 5-Year Ban Explained
Section 40 of IRPA makes misrepresentation one of the harshest findings in Canadian immigration: a 5-year ban that can catch honest mistakes,…
Maintained Status in Canada: Can You Keep Working While Your Extension Processes?
Apply to extend before your permit expires and your legal status continues automatically. Whether you can keep working on maintained status depends…
Why Spousal Sponsorship Applications Get Returned, and How to Avoid It
A returned spousal sponsorship application is not a refusal, but it can cost months and put inland applicants' status at risk. These…
BC PNP in 2026: How the New Streams Work and What the June Draws Showed
British Columbia's Provincial Nominee Program now invites candidates through Innovate, Care and Build streams. June 2026 draw results show exactly what scores…
