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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
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Jan 24 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
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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:
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Nov 13, 20253 min read


What to expect from the Immigration Levels Plan 2026-2028.
The Canadian federal government is expected to unveil the number of permanent and temporary residents that Canada intends to admit by 2026. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will publish the 2026-2028 Immigration Levels Plan by November 1, 2025.Each year's Levels Plan includes admissions targets for the coming year, as well as notional targets for the next two years. Previous government announcements have provided some hints of what to expect from the futu
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Oct 23, 20254 min read


The first CEC draw in almost three months is held by the IRCC.
More invitations to apply (ITA) via the Express Entry system have been sent out by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). 500 ITAs were distributed by the immigration agency to applicants in a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw. In order to be eligible for this draw, applicants had to: • a minimum score of 547 on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS); and • made an Express Entry candidate profile prior to May 21, 2024, at 5:26 p.m., Universal Coordinated Tim
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May 13, 20252 min read


Canada eliminates extra CRS points for organized employment from Express Entry
Express Entry candidates will no longer receive additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for holding a genuine job offer.
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Mar 25, 20253 min read


4,500 Express Entry candidates have been invited, marking the lowest CRS cut-off score since August 2024.
More invitations to apply (ITAs) have been sent to applicants using the Express Entry system by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
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Mar 7, 20253 min read


As the IRCC strengthens border security, flagpoling will come to an end: Marc Miller
Flagpoling will be discontinued, according to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). "Flagpoling will no longer be an option,
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Dec 23, 20242 min read


Canada launches its first healthcare Express Entry draw since July.
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for the most recent Express Entry draw.
nmredm
Nov 24, 20243 min read


Canada invites 1,800 Express Entry candidates to a category-based, the draw for trade professions.
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) for the latest Express Entry draw.
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Oct 29, 20243 min read


In the most recent Express Entry draw, IRCC has issued 4,000 ITAs to Canadian Experience Class candidates.
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for the most recent Express Entry draw.
nmredm
Sep 20, 20243 min read


A permanent residence class for semi-skilled workers has been proposed.
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has proposed an amendment to the Immigration and Refugees Protection Act (IRPA) ...
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Aug 11, 20243 min read


IRCC welcomes 1,980 applicants for the most recent Express Entry pool.
The third Express Entry draw of the month has seen invitations sent out to candidates by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
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Mar 26, 20242 min read


3,500 applicants are invited to Canada's Express Entry draw for jobs in healthcare.
For the second Express Entry draw of the week, Invitations to Apply (ITAs) have been released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship.
nmredm
Feb 14, 20242 min read


Pearson Test of English is officially accepted by the IRCC for Canadian immigration
The Pearson Test of English (PTE) Core will now be acceptable for all immigration streams as of January 30, 2024, with the exception.
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Feb 1, 20242 min read


IRCC welcomes 1,040 applicants for Express Entry in the most recent lottery.
Invitations for the most recent Express Entry draw have been sent out by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
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Jan 23, 20242 min read


Jobs in Canada most in demand for Express Entry
For many temporary residents (those on work, study, or visitor visas), finding employment is frequently a crucial first step.
nmredm
Jan 18, 20244 min read


Will 2024 see a decline in the CRS score?
For Canadian immigration, 2023 was a historic year with more new laws, regulations, and reforms than in many years prior.
nmredm
Jan 9, 20243 min read


In the fourth draw of the week, the IRCC invites candidates for Express Entry.
For the Fourth Express Entry Draw of the Week, Invitations to Apply (ITAs) have been Released by Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada.
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Dec 27, 20233 min read


Breaking News: IRCC Invites 1,325 Candidates Through All-Program Express Entry Draw
Invitations to apply (ITAs) for the most recent Express Entry draw have been released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
nmredm
Dec 18, 20232 min read
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