Canadian Citizenship Proof Wait Time Reaches 15 Months
IRCC’s processing queue for proof of Canadian citizenship has grown to about 82,000 applications, and the posted wait time has increased to 15 months.
Canadian Citizenship
Permanent Residence
Quebec PEQ Reopens July 2026 for PR Applicants
Quebec has announced that the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) will reopen on July 2, 2026, and remain available until July 2, 2028, in two phases.
Permanent Residence
PR Processing Times Drop for Economic Applicants
Processing times have recently decreased for some economic permanent residence streams, including PNP, AIP, and Quebec Business Class. Here is what applicants should watch next.
Canadian Citizenship
Canadian Citizenship by Grandparent: 2026 Guide
A Canadian-born grandparent can sometimes make someone a Canadian citizen by descent. Here’s what to check, what documents matter, and what to do next.
Guides & Checklists
CELPIP English Phrases for Canada Applicants
CELPIP test takers often need more than grammar knowledge. This guide explains common Canadian English phrases and how they can help with everyday communication.
Corporate Immigration
LMIA Wait Times Improve in Canada
ESDC has updated LMIA processing times for Temporary Foreign Worker Program streams. Most streams moved, with the permanent resident stream improving the most.
Canadian Citizenship
Bill C-3 and Canadian Citizenship for Future Children
Bill C-3 restored citizenship for many people with Canadian ancestry, but it also added limits for children born abroad in the next generation.
Permanent Residence
Quebec PSTQ Draw Invites 2,549 Candidates
Quebec held a new PSTQ selection round on June 4, inviting 2,549 candidates across all four streams. Here is what the draw may mean for prospective Quebec PR applicants.
Canadian Citizenship
Canadian Citizenship: What Americans Should Know
A recent discussion highlights how Canadian citizenship can be more accessible than many second-passport options, especially for Americans who may already qualify through family or residence.
Permanent Residence
Manitoba PNP Issues Over 100 Invitations
Manitoba held its first June provincial nominee draw on June 4, 2026, inviting more than 100 candidates through the Skilled Worker Stream under a strategic recruitment initiative.