This week’s Canada immigration update covers major policy changes including the implementation of Bill C-12, new asylum eligibility rules, expanded work permit access for ineligible claimants, and increases in citizenship and permanent residence fees. We also review key Federal Court decisions, IRCC program delivery updates, and the latest Provincial Nominee Program draws across Ontario and Manitoba.
Canada’s Bill C-12 introduces major changes to asylum eligibility that may prevent some refugee claims from being referred to the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB). New rules, including the 1-year filing limit and the 14-day irregular entry rule, can significantly affect your access to a full hearing. This guide explains how these rules work, who is affected, and what alternative options, such as Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA), may still be available.
Canada’s Bill C-12 introduces major changes to asylum eligibility that may prevent some refugee claims from being referred to the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB). New rules, including the 1-year filing limit and the 14-day irregular entry rule, can significantly affect your access to a full hearing. This guide explains how these rules work, who is affected, and what alternative options, such as Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA), may still be available.
Today’s Canadian Immigration Daily Brief covers major updates including AI-related PR refusals, new Super Visa income rules, LMIA-exempt work permit extensions, and increased monitoring of international students.
Canada immigration updates (March 24, 2026): 4,000 ITAs issued in Express Entry draw #405 (CRS 393), LMIA-exempt work permits extended, Quebec expands PR pathways, BC study permits decline under federal caps, and new Start-Up Visa pilot announced.
Canada immigration updates for March 23, 2026: major provincial draws, compensation under Saskatchewan law, CBSA scrutiny, and new business visitor rules impacting work permit requirements.
A complete breakdown of Canada immigration updates for March 16–22, 2026, covering Express Entry draws, OINP reforms, Super Visa changes, Quebec work permits, Federal Court decisions, and key IRCC policy updates impacting applicants.
Canada’s immigration landscape continues to evolve. Today’s brief covers Bill C-12 concerns for migrant workers, new business visitor rules, TFWP expansion debates, housing trends, and key federal and provincial immigration updates.
Canada’s immigration system hits a major milestone as the backlog falls below one million. This daily brief also covers new policy shifts, OINP draws, healthcare immigration challenges, and CBSA enforcement actions shaping the 2026 landscape.
Ontario is set to overhaul its immigration system in 2026, with major changes to the OINP program. Several current streams may be removed, targeted draws will expand, and employer requirements will become stricter. Here’s what applicants need to know.
