Canada Citizenship Law and Criminal Inadmissibility
A recent citizenship law change may affect how some U.S. citizens with criminal records are assessed at the Canadian border. Here is what is confirmed and what to watch.
Canadian Citizenship
Permanent Residence
BC PNP Draw Issues 357 Invitations in June
British Columbia held a June 2 BCPNP draw for in-demand workers and entrepreneurs, issuing 357 invitations to apply for provincial nomination.
Immigration Updates
IRCC Processing Times Ease for Temporary Residents
IRCC’s June 3 update shows mostly stable temporary residence processing times, with some categories moving faster and a few taking longer. Applicants should check the latest estimates.
Immigration Updates
Canada’s 30-Day Passport Processing Guarantee
Canada has introduced a new passport processing guarantee aimed at improving accountability. Here’s what the update means and what travellers should watch for.
Canada Immigration News
Bill C-12 Becomes Law: Immigration Update
Bill C-12 has become law in Canada, introducing new immigration and asylum measures. Here is what is confirmed so far and what applicants should monitor.
Study in Canada
Canada Reviews International Student Reforms
Minister Metlege Diab issued a statement on the Auditor General’s review of IRCC’s international student reforms. The update is high-level, but it signals continued scrutiny of the program.
Canada Immigration News
Canada Boosts Francophone Immigration Outside Quebec
Canada is expanding support for Francophone immigration outside Quebec, with new initiatives aimed at strengthening minority communities, labour supply, and regional growth.
Canada Immigration News
IRCC Minister Announces Francophone Funding in Sudbury
Canada’s immigration minister is set to announce funding in Greater Sudbury supporting Francophone immigration in minority communities, with limited details released so far.
Canada Immigration News
Canada-Quebec Immigration Collaboration Explained
Canada and Quebec share immigration responsibilities. Here’s what that means in practice, who is affected, and what applicants should monitor in future updates.
Canada Immigration News
Quebec Immigration Measure for Workers and Employers
Canada has announced a new immigration measure aimed at supporting Quebec workers and employers. Here is what is confirmed, what it may mean, and what to monitor next.