Newfoundland and Labrador held its second economic immigration invitation round in 48 hours on November 4, 2026, issuing 25 EOI invitations (24 NLPNP and 1 AIP) and lifting 2026 totals to 3,232 ITAs under a temporary 30-day submission window.
Canada has announced major Express Entry changes effective November 3, 2026, introducing up to 70 additional CRS points for Canadian work experience in high-wage occupations, restoring 50 to 100 points for qualifying job offers and removing LMIA requirements for certain
Federal authorities issued more than $10.2 million in Temporary Foreign Worker Program penalties after completing 1,488 inspections, with 12% of inspected employers found non-compliant. The enforcement update also confirms stronger Low-Wage LMIA recruitment requirements, targeted reviews of high-risk sectors, public
B.C. will allow eligible internationally trained physicians from Australia, Hong Kong, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, Switzerland and the United Kingdom to apply directly for a full medical licence starting July 6, 2026. The change may help qualified doctors begin
The updated BC PNP Skills Immigration Guide, effective May 28, 2026, introduces a one-time Temporary Rural/Remote Health Support initiative for eligible B.C. health authority cleaning and security workers, with registration open from June 15 to August 31, 2026.
Canada’s PNP Express Entry draw today issued 334 invitations with a CRS cutoff of 805. Our analysis highlights trends, draw sizes, CRS behavior, and strategic tips for potential immigrants.
Saskatchewan’s 2026 SINP cap is reduced to 4,761 nominations, with priority sectors receiving at least 50 percent of spaces and capped sectors facing strict intake windows. New $500 fees and fast quota usage make early planning essential.
Starting April 1, 2026, employers utilizing the low-wage stream to hire foreign talent must implement targeted recruitment strategies to attract domestic youth. This update accompanies a complex framework of existing regulations, including a $1,000 processing fee, strict 10 to 20
Effective March 23, 2026, spouses of temporary foreign workers employed on Significant Investment Projects in British Columbia are eligible for open work permits regardless of the principal worker’s skill level. This major policy update exempts applicants from standard validity rules
The Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism in Newfoundland and Labrador has released new prioritization criteria for its Expression of Interest system, aiming to improve transparency and target critical labour shortages. The update outlines nine key priority areas, including healthcare, rural
Federal authorities have announced time-limited updates to the Temporary Foreign Worker program, allowing eligible rural employers to temporarily increase their low-wage foreign workforce cap from 10% to 15%. Initiated to combat persistent regional labour shortages, these measures require strict compliance
Federal authorities have introduced new temporary immigration measures granting eligible skilled workers a 12-month work permit extension and allowing rural employers to increase their hiring of low-wage temporary foreign workers up to 15%, aligning with the national goal of stabilizing
Ontario has launched Canada’s first Occupational Exposure Registry, allowing workers to anonymously log exposure to 11 hazardous substances, download records, and support prevention and future medical assessment.
New Brunswick introduced new NB PNP intake restrictions effective February 3, 2026, stopping consideration and invitations for many candidates in NAICS 72 and several retail and other occupations across both Express Entry and Skilled Worker streams, with limited exceptions for
Canada has announced a new Express Entry category and 5,000 reserved PR spots for foreign-trained doctors with recent Canadian work experience or job offers. The measures aim to stabilize the healthcare system and address growing shortages, especially in underserved areas.
