A major federal immigration reform bill is moving closer to becoming law after being reported back to the Senate without amendments. If passed in its current form, Bill C-12 would grant sweeping executive powers over Canada’s immigration system to the Governor in Council — meaning the governor general acting on the advice of the prime […]
Quebec has released its updated 2026 list of occupations eligible for expedited Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) processing under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Following the February 24, 2026 update, several IT and engineering roles have been removed. The revised list now includes 60 occupations, down from 76 previously eligible roles. The updated list […]
Introduction British Columbia has announced an important update for immigration applicants in 2026. The province has officially increased nomination application fees for several BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) worker streams, making cost planning a critical part of the immigration process. This change affects skilled workers and international graduates applying through BC PNP and reflects […]
Introduction Receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) through Express Entry is often seen as the final step toward Canadian permanent residence. However, in 2026, immigration experts are emphasizing an important reality: not every ITA should be accepted immediately. In certain situations, declining an ITA can actually protect your long-term PR chances rather than harm them. […]
