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Alberta Priority Sectors Draw: 386 Invitations at Score 60
Alberta invited 386 Express Entry candidates in its October 20 Priority Sectors draw. Learn how Worker EOI scores differ from CRS and what to check next.
nmredm
5 minutes ago5 min read


Express Entry High-Wage Points: A Profile Checklist for November 2026
IRCC will change Express Entry scoring on November 3, 2026. Check your occupation, Canadian work experience and job offer before recalculation.
nmredm
Oct 194 min read


AAIP September 2026 Draws: What Alberta Applicants Should Do Next
Alberta's September 2026 AAIP update shows new invitations through the Alberta Opportunity Stream, Accelerated Tech Pathway and Law Enforcement Pathway, plus a tighter nomination balance for the rest of 2026.
nmredm
Oct 56 min read


IRCC Lets Work Permit Holders Study Short Courses Without a Study Permit
IRCC now allows eligible work permit holders in Canada to study programs of 6 months or less without a study permit. Learn what changed, who qualifies and what workers in Alberta should review before enrolling.
nmredm
Sep 215 min read


September 2026 Express Entry Draws: Health Care and CEC Planning Guide
IRCC issued 6,291 Express Entry invitations across PNP, CEC, physicians and health care draws from August 31 to September 4, 2026. Review CRS scores, Alberta options and next steps.
nmredm
Sep 144 min read


Express Entry August 2026 Draws: French CRS Drops to 382
Canada issued 6,442 Express Entry invitations across PNP, CEC and French-language rounds from August 17 to 19, 2026. Here is what Alberta applicants should review now.
manishverma2484
Aug 246 min read


AAIP August 2026 Update: Alberta Adds 200 Nomination Spaces
Alberta received 200 additional AAIP nomination spaces for 2026. Learn what the August 10 update means for Alberta workers reviewing permanent residence options.
nmredm
Aug 105 min read


French Express Entry Draw Invites 5,000 Candidates: Why CRS 420 Matters in 2026
Canada issued 5,000 invitations in its latest French-language Express Entry draw, with a CRS cut-off of 420. Review the draw details and next steps.
nmredm
Jul 114 min read


Canada Temporary Resident Changes 2026: What Students, Workers and PR Applicants Need to Know
Canada is reducing temporary resident numbers in 2026. Learn what this means for study permits, work permits, PGWP, spouse work permits and PR pathways.
nmredm
Jun 228 min read


Alberta AAIP Draws 2026: Province Invites Over 1,500 Candidates in Latest Selection Rounds.
Alberta issued 1,550 invitations through seven AAIP draws targeting in-demand occupations in manufacturing, technology, agriculture and construction.
nmredm
Jun 97 min read


Express Entry Reforms 2026: Canada May Replace CEC, FSW and FST
Canada is considering major Express Entry reforms in 2026 that may replace CEC, FSW and FST with one Federal High Skilled program. Learn what applicants should know.
nmredm
May 246 min read


Express Entry French Draw 2026: Canada Issues 4,000 ITAs with CRS Score of 400
Canada issued 4,000 ITAs in the latest Express Entry French language draw with a CRS cut off score of 400. Learn what this means for PR applicants in 2026.
nmredm
May 36 min read


Express Entry French Draw 2026: CRS Score Drops Below 400
Canada issues 4,000 ITAs in a French language Express Entry draw with CRS dropping below 400. Learn eligibility, requirements, and how to apply for PR.
nmredm
Mar 192 min read


Alberta Issues Hundreds of Invitations to Foreign Workers Across Two AAIP Draws
Alberta issued hundreds of invitations to foreign workers across two AAIP draws. Learn who was selected, minimum scores, and what this means for Alberta permanent residence in 2026.
nmredm
Mar 33 min read


Canada Holds Largest French-Language Category-Based Express Entry Draw
Canada invited 8,500 candidates in a French-language category-based Express Entry draw. Learn CRS score requirements, eligibility, and how to prepare for PR.
nmredm
Feb 73 min read


Alberta Immigration Priorities 2026: Who the Province Is Targeting for Permanent Residence
Alberta has clearly outlined its immigration direction for 2026, with a strong focus on selecting candidates who are already contributing to the province’s economy and workforce. Through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), the province is prioritizing skilled workers, health care professionals, tradespeople, and individuals supporting regional and rural communities.For foreign nationals planning to apply for permanent residence, understanding these priorities ea
nmredm
Jan 273 min read


On January 1, 2026, Canada's immigration system underwent five changes.
A number of initiatives, including the closing of an entrepreneurial pipeline and new provincial labour regulations, went into effect in Canada on New Year's Day. Here are some recent developments and the people they primarily impact.A Provincial or Territorial Attestation Letter is no longer required for graduate students.Who it affects: International students considering a master's or doctorate degree in Canada. Master's and doctorate students enrolled in public designated
nmredm
Jan 24 min read


The CRS cut-off score fell below 400 in the most recent Express Entry draw.
More invitations to apply (ITAs) via the Express Entry system have been sent out by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). In a draw for applicants who could speak French, the immigration agency gave 6,000 ITAs. In order to be eligible for this draw, contestants had to • a minimum score of 399 on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS); and • created a candidate profile for Express Entry before August 24, 2025, at 11:43 p.m. Universal Coordinated Time (UTC).An ov
nmredm
Dec 20, 20253 min read


Get Ready: Documents to Prepare Before Canada’s New TR-to-PR Pathway Opens
Canada is preparing to launch a new temporary-resident to permanent-resident (TR to PR) pathway. For thousands of temporary workers, students, and other residents already living in Canada, this program could open a major opportunity to secure permanent residency. Because intake caps are expected to fill quickly, gathering all required documents ahead of time is essential. At Gogna Immigration Inc. (Edmonton), we encourage applicants to prepare early so they are ready when the
nmredm
Nov 28, 20253 min read


Canada Revises List of Countries Requiring Immigration Medical Exams for Temporary Residents
The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced changes to the list of countries whose nationals must complete an Immigration Medical Exam (IME) when applying for temporary residence in Canada. These changes, taking effect November 3, 2025, add four countries and remove six from the list. Applicants from the newly added regions must now undergo an IME, while those from the removed countries will no longer face that requirement. What’s Changing and When:
nmredm
Nov 13, 20253 min read
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