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Canada Immigration Fees 2026: PR Increase April 30, Citizenship $123

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Canada Immigration Fees 2026: PR Increase April 30, Citizenship $123

A plain, current breakdown of every Canadian immigration government fee in 2026, in Canadian dollars, after the April 30 permanent residence increase and the March 31 citizenship change.

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Ontario removed its 8 legacy OINP streams through amendments to Regulation 422/17 that came into force on June 25, 2026, and opened the new Ontario Workforce Priority stream expression of interest portal on August 4, 2026.

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Federal Skilled Worker 67 Points: Eligibility and Jobs 2026

Express EntrySep 4, 2026

Federal Skilled Worker 67 Points: Eligibility and Jobs 2026

FSWP 67/100 selection grid, separate from CRS | Skilled work: Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities (TEER) 0, 1, 2, or 3 | At least 1 year continuous or 1,560 hours in the last 10...

Hong Kong Pathway Closed Aug 31, 2026: PR Files, OWP, Wait Times

NewsSep 3, 2026

Hong Kong Pathway Closed Aug 31, 2026: PR Files, OWP, Wait Times

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) stopped accepting new applications under the permanent residence pathways for Hong Kong residents on 31 August 2026.

BC PNP 2026: 5,254 Nominations Explained

NewsAug 23, 2026

BC PNP 2026: 5,254 Nominations Explained

> This guide is for skilled workers and graduates hoping for a British Columbia nomination in 2026. It explains why the allocation is tighter, who is still eligible, and what to do if you miss out.

PGWP Refusals for Non-Credit Programs in 2026

NewsAug 23, 2026

PGWP Refusals for Non-Credit Programs in 2026

> This guide is for international graduates in Canada who are about to apply for a PGWP.

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IRCC Returned Your Application as Incomplete? What the 2026 Federal Court Ruling Means for You

NewsJul 18, 2026

IRCC Returned Your Application as Incomplete? What the 2026 Federal Court Ruling Means for You

A reported December 2025 Federal Court decision holds that IRCC returning an application as "incomplete" can be challenged in court. Here is what changed, the strict 15 or 60 day deadline to act, and how to decide between resubmitting and seeking judicial review.

Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) Reopens: The 2026 Guide for Graduates and Workers

NewsJul 18, 2026

Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) Reopens: The 2026 Guide for Graduates and Workers

The Quebec Experience Program reopened on July 2, 2026 as a temporary two-year window that ends July 2, 2028. Here is a plain reading of the two streams, the French levels, and how the Quebec selection certificate leads to federal permanent residence.

IRCC Pauses Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship: What the July 15, 2026 Announcement Means

NewsJul 17, 2026

IRCC Pauses Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship: What the July 15, 2026 Announcement Means

IRCC paused all new Parents and Grandparents Program intake on July 15, 2026: no new interest to sponsor forms and no new invitations, until further notice. What it means for the 60,500 families in the queue, and why the Super Visa is now the main path.

Saskatchewan SINP 2026 Changes: What They Mean for Applicants

NewsJul 15, 2026

Saskatchewan SINP 2026 Changes: What They Mean for Applicants

Saskatchewan cut its 2026 SINP allocation to 4,761 nominations, reserved half for priority sectors, and capped food service, trucking, and retail. Here is who is affected and how to respond.

Express Entry Senior Managers Category 2026: Who Qualifies and Recent Draws

Express EntryJul 15, 2026

Express Entry Senior Managers Category 2026: Who Qualifies and Recent Draws

Canada's new 2026 Express Entry "Senior managers with Canadian work experience" category invites C-suite executives with at least 12 months of Canadian experience. Two draws have run, with the CRS cut-off dropping from 429 to 392.

Express Entry Transport Category 2026: Your Low-CRS Path to PR

Express EntryJul 15, 2026

Express Entry Transport Category 2026: Your Low-CRS Path to PR

Canada's 2026 Express Entry Transport category targets four aviation and mechanic occupations, and your qualifying experience can be earned entirely outside Canada. Here is who qualifies and how to get ready before the first draw.

TCF Canada 2026: Score Chart to CLB/NCLC and Express Entry Points

Express EntryJul 13, 2026

TCF Canada 2026: Score Chart to CLB/NCLC and Express Entry Points

TCF Canada is one of only two French tests Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) accepts for permanent residence, and the points it earns can decide whether your Express Entry...

Proof of a Genuine Relationship for Canada Spousal Sponsorship (2026)

NewsJul 8, 2026

Proof of a Genuine Relationship for Canada Spousal Sponsorship (2026)

Most spousal sponsorship refusals do not come from missing forms; they come from an officer not being convinced the relationship is real.

After Your ITA: The Express Entry e-APR Application Step-by-Step (2026)

NewsJul 8, 2026

After Your ITA: The Express Entry e-APR Application Step-by-Step (2026)

Getting an Invitation to Apply is the milestone every Express Entry candidate waits for, but it starts a 60-day clock and the hardest paperwork of the whole process.

Police Certificate for Canada Immigration (2026): Who Needs One and How to Get It

NewsJul 8, 2026

Police Certificate for Canada Immigration (2026): Who Needs One and How to Get It

A police certificate is one of the documents most likely to delay a Canadian permanent residence application, because it comes from foreign governments on their own timelines, not IRCC's.

How to Verify a Licensed Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) and Avoid Fraud

NewsJul 4, 2026

How to Verify a Licensed Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) and Avoid Fraud

Immigration fraud almost always starts the same way: someone charges you for advice they are not licensed to give.

Canada Study Permit Proof of Funds 2026: $23,448 From September 1

NewsJul 4, 2026

Canada Study Permit Proof of Funds 2026: $23,448 From September 1

Proof of funds is the single most common reason Canadian [study permit applications get refused](/news/canada-student-visa-refusal-2026).

PG Diploma in Canada 2026: Cost, PGWP, and PR

EducationJun 27, 2026

PG Diploma in Canada 2026: Cost, PGWP, and PR

A postgraduate diploma in Canada is a fast, practical college credential, but in 2026 its value as an immigration stepping stone hangs on whether your exact program qualifies for a work permit.

Study in Canada Without IELTS 2026: What Actually Works

EducationJun 27, 2026

Study in Canada Without IELTS 2026: What Actually Works

Studying in Canada without IELTS is possible, but "without IELTS" means satisfying a school's English requirement another way, not skipping English proof entirely.

Affordable Colleges in Canada for International Students 2026

EducationJun 27, 2026

Affordable Colleges in Canada for International Students 2026

Finding an affordable college in Canada is smart, but the cheapest option can quietly sink your study permit if you pick it for price alone.

Study in Canada from Nepal 2026: Schools, Permit, and PR

EducationJun 27, 2026

Study in Canada from Nepal 2026: Schools, Permit, and PR

Nepal is one of the fastest-growing sources of international students to Canada.

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