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Long-form birth certificates for Canadian citizenship by descent: what you need to know

You’ve just realized that you might be eligible for Canadian citizenship based on your ancestry. The next natural step is to start collecting the right documentation so you can submit an application t…

Long-form birth certificates for Canadian citizenship by descent: what you need to know You’ve just realized that you might be eligible for Canadian citizenship based on your ancestry. The next natural step is to start collecting the right documentation so you can submit an application t…
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News · 23h ago
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Alberta invites workers in healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture to apply for provincial nomination

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has extended a total of 743 invitations to apply for provincial nomination to AAIP candidates working in sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and…

Alberta invites workers in healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture to apply for provincial nomination The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has extended a total of 743 invitations to apply for provincial nomination to AAIP candidates working in sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and…
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News · 1 days ago
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BREAKING: Ontario launches three new pathways to permanent residence

Ontario has launched the first set of pathways to permanent residence as part of its overhaul of its provincial immigration program. According to an announcement published on its webpage, on June 26, …

BREAKING: Ontario launches three new pathways to permanent residence Ontario has launched the first set of pathways to permanent residence as part of its overhaul of its provincial immigration program. According to an announcement published on its webpage, on June 26, …
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News · 1 days ago
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Mortgages and Home Financing Explained for Newcomers to Canada | CIC News

For many newcomers, buying a home in Canada may come with a lot of questions especially when it comes to mortgages. Understanding how mortgages work, the different options available and what lenders m…

Mortgages and Home Financing Explained for Newcomers to Canada | CIC News For many newcomers, buying a home in Canada may come with a lot of questions especially when it comes to mortgages. Understanding how mortgages work, the different options available and what lenders m…
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News · 2 days ago
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6 document myths that could get your Canadian citizenship by descent application rejected

Millions of Americans now qualify for Canadian citizenship by descent. If you think you're eligible, there are some things you need to know before you apply. Document collection for proof of citizensh…

6 document myths that could get your Canadian citizenship by descent application rejected Millions of Americans now qualify for Canadian citizenship by descent. If you think you're eligible, there are some things you need to know before you apply. Document collection for proof of citizensh…
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News · 2 days ago
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IRCC issues invitations to healthcare and social services workers in Express Entry draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,000 ITAs in a draw for Healthcare a…

IRCC issues invitations to healthcare and social services workers in Express Entry draw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,000 ITAs in a draw for Healthcare a…
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News · 2 days ago
CIC News

Canada releases latest LMIA processing times

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)’s latest processing time update for Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) shows significant movement. While LMIA wait times increased for nearly all …

Canada releases latest LMIA processing times Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)’s latest processing time update for Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) shows significant movement. While LMIA wait times increased for nearly all …
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News · 3 days ago
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What is happening to student mobility flows between the Global South and Global North?

In 2026, students in a number of important student source countries for Western schools and universities are increasingly likely to see their study visa applications rejected. These markets include B

What is happening to student mobility flows between the Global South and Global North? In 2026, students in a number of important student source countries for Western schools and universities are increasingly likely to see their study visa applications rejected. These markets include B
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News · 3 days ago
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Processing time for in-Canada work permits falls to lowest this year

On June 24, Canada’s immigration department released updated processing times for temporary residence applications, showing significant improvements—particularly for work permit applicants. The most n…

Processing time for in-Canada work permits falls to lowest this year On June 24, Canada’s immigration department released updated processing times for temporary residence applications, showing significant improvements—particularly for work permit applicants. The most n…
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News · 3 days ago
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Canada subjects immigration language tests to greater scrutiny

New instructions to immigration officers have put them on the lookout for fraudulent language test results. The updated instructions to officers, published online on June 23, 2026, require that office…

Canada subjects immigration language tests to greater scrutiny New instructions to immigration officers have put them on the lookout for fraudulent language test results. The updated instructions to officers, published online on June 23, 2026, require that office…
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News · 3 days ago
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Canada issues physicians invitations to apply for permanent residence

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 271 ITAs in a draw for Physicians wit…

Canada issues physicians invitations to apply for permanent residence Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 271 ITAs in a draw for Physicians wit…
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News · 3 days ago
CIC News

BREAKING: Canada freezes all new citizenship by descent approvals, reviews certificates already granted

On Tuesday, June 23, Immigration Minister Lena Diab confirmed that Canada has paused all new citizenship by descent approvals and is reviewing the files of people who have already been granted citizen…

BREAKING: Canada freezes all new citizenship by descent approvals, reviews certificates already granted On Tuesday, June 23, Immigration Minister Lena Diab confirmed that Canada has paused all new citizenship by descent approvals and is reviewing the files of people who have already been granted citizen…
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News · 3 days ago
CIC News

The Canadian citizenship rule most queer families don’t know exists

When the envelope from Nova Scotia landed in her Sacramento mailbox this spring, Maya* almost didn't open it. She was convinced it would be a rejection. Inside was a proof of Canadian citizenship cert…

The Canadian citizenship rule most queer families don’t know exists When the envelope from Nova Scotia landed in her Sacramento mailbox this spring, Maya* almost didn't open it. She was convinced it would be a rejection. Inside was a proof of Canadian citizenship cert…
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News · 4 days ago
IRCC Newsroom

Federal–Provincial–Territorial Immigration Ministers meet to discuss sustainable immigration

The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today to advance collaboration on the 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan and discuss federal–provincial–territorial (FPT) priorities. They …

Federal–Provincial–Territorial Immigration Ministers meet to discuss sustainable immigration The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today to advance collaboration on the 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan and discuss federal–provincial–territorial (FPT) priorities. They …
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News · 4 days ago
CIC News

Quebec announces July 2026 intake for family sponsorship, exempts adult dependent children from cap

Quebec will re-open intake for capped family sponsorship applications on July 2, 2026. Over a two-year period, the province will accept a maximum of 15,700 applications for undertakings to sponsor fam…

Quebec announces July 2026 intake for family sponsorship, exempts adult dependent children from cap Quebec will re-open intake for capped family sponsorship applications on July 2, 2026. Over a two-year period, the province will accept a maximum of 15,700 applications for undertakings to sponsor fam…
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News · 4 days ago
CIC News

Express Entry pool gets more top heavy

From May 24 to June 21, the number of top-scoring Express Entry profiles grew at a rate 4,400% faster than the overall pool. The overall Express Entry pool grew by 0.33%, while the number of candidate…

Express Entry pool gets more top heavy From May 24 to June 21, the number of top-scoring Express Entry profiles grew at a rate 4,400% faster than the overall pool. The overall Express Entry pool grew by 0.33%, while the number of candidate…
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News · 4 days ago
CIC News

Canada holds largest Canadian Experience Class draw since March

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Exp…

Canada holds largest Canadian Experience Class draw since March Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Exp…
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News · 5 days ago
CIC News

IRCC updates police certificate requirements for International Experience Canada work permits

Canada has clarified police certificate requirements for foreign nationals applying for work permits through the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. The clarifications come in the form of u…

IRCC updates police certificate requirements for International Experience Canada work permits Canada has clarified police certificate requirements for foreign nationals applying for work permits through the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. The clarifications come in the form of u…
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