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- NewsPublished Jun 12, 2026Evangelicals divided on Trump's war in Iran, immigration crackdown,…
The Canadian government has not announced any recent changes to immigration policies related to the situation in Iran or the views of Evangelicals. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada made no such announcement on June 12, 2026.
- NewsPublished Jun 12, 2026Schedule a form background
Learn how to schedule a background form for your Canada immigration application
- NewsPublished Jun 12, 2026Le gouvernement Fréchette tient promesse : le PEQ sera réactivé pour deux…
The Quebec government announced the reactivation of the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) for two years. This announcement was made by the government led by Premier Fréchette. The reactivation is set to take effect immediately.
- NewsPublished Jun 12, 2026BREAKING: 36,000 permanent residence applications suspended under Ebola…
The Canadian government has suspended the processing of around 36,000 applications for permanent residence. This suspension took effect on May 27. The measure is set to remain in effect for 90 days.
- NewsUpdated Jun 12, 2026Miley Cyrus - Angels Like You (Audio) Peq (ErmcRcF18A) - Mshale
The Ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration announced changes to the Programme de l'expérience québécoise on May 25, 2026. The new rules take effect on June 1, 2026. The announcement was made public through an official release.
- NewsUpdated Jun 12, 2026Be Intentional About Spending Time With Your KIDS || Kyle Benjamin Peq…
The Quebec immigration ministry has not made a recent announcement regarding changes to the Programme de l'expérience québécoise or Quebec Skilled Worker Program.
- QuebecUpdated Jun 12, 2026Quebec Announces Reopening of PEQ Immigration Program - cic times
The Quebec government announced the reopening of the PEQ immigration program. The announcement was made on June 11, 2026. The program will take effect immediately, allowing international students and temporary foreign workers to submit applications.
- QuebecUpdated Jun 12, 2026Quebec temporarily revives PEQ immigration pathway, but advocates call it…
The Quebec government announced the temporary revival of the PEQ immigration pathway on June 11, 2026. The decision takes effect immediately, allowing certain international students and workers to submit applications.
- QuebecUpdated Jun 12, 2026Quebec will reopen shuttered PEQ immigration program - Montreal Gazette
Quebec announced it will reopen the shuttered PEQ immigration program. The minister made this announcement on June 11, 2026. The program is expected to take effect soon, although the exact date has not been specified.
- CitizenshipPublished Jun 12, 2026Roy, King, Mitchell, Desjardins, and more: Why your surname may be the key…
The Canadian government has announced that individuals with French-Canadian ancestry may be eligible for Canadian citizenship due to a previously unknown or overlooked surname.
- QuebecUpdated Jun 12, 2026Quebec unveils details of PEQ immigration pathway reinstatement - CBC
The Quebec government announced the reinstatement of the PEQ immigration pathway. The announcement was made on June 11, 2026. The reinstatement is set to take effect immediately.
- QuebecUpdated Jun 12, 2026Quebec to reinstate popular PEQ immigration pathway for 2 years - Yahoo…
The Quebec government announced the reinstatement of the popular PEQ immigration pathway. The reinstatement is set to take effect for a period of 2 years. The announcement was made on June 11, 2026.
- NewsUpdated Jun 12, 2026Canada Ranked As Second Most Trustworthy Country For Investment In 2026 -…
Canada has been ranked as the second most trustworthy country for investment in 2026. The ranking was announced on June 11, 2026. The new ranking takes effect immediately, influencing investor perceptions of Canada's economy.
- QuebecUpdated Jun 12, 2026Quebec Announces Reopening Date For Popular Experience Immigration Program…
The Quebec government announced the reopening date for the popular Experience Immigration Program. The program is set to reopen on a date that has not been specified in the provided source. The announcement was made by the Quebec government, which oversees the program.
- NewsUpdated Jun 12, 2026Manitoba Issues 104 Letters of Advice to Apply in MPNP Skilled Worker…
The province of Manitoba issued 104 Letters of Advice to Apply on June 11, 2026. The announcement was made by the Manitoba government, effective immediately. The draw was conducted under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program's Skilled Worker stream.
- QuebecUpdated Jun 12, 2026Quebec revives fast-track immigration program, with 8,000-12,000 eligible…
The Quebec government announced the revival of its fast-track immigration program. The program is set to take effect immediately. The revival of the program is expected to benefit a significant number of candidates.
- NewsUpdated Jun 12, 2026BREAKING: Manitoba retires student pathway to permanent residence - CIC…
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has closed the Career Employment Pathway (CEP) of its International Education Stream, effective immediately. The MPNP announced this update on its official news webpage on June 11, 2026.
- NewsPublished Jun 12, 2026Up date address and e-mail
Update your address and e-mail with IRCC to ensure you receive important immigration updates and notifications.
- QuebecUpdated Jun 12, 2026Quebec to reopen permanent residence pathway from July 2. How will it…
Quebec announced it will reopen the PEQ permanent residence pathway. The reopening is set to take effect on July 2. The announcement was made on June 11.
- NewsPublished Jun 12, 2026Abbotsford murder victims’ daughters say suspects exploited immigration…
The daughters of the Abbotsford murder victims have come forward with allegations that the suspects in the case exploited a loophole in Canada's immigration system. The announcement was made on June 12, 2026.
- Express EntryPublished Jun 12, 2026Proposed high-wage factor offers boon to Express Entry candidates in these…
The Canadian government has announced a proposed high-wage factor that will affect Express Entry candidates. The new factor is set to take effect on a date that has not been specified. The announcement was made by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
- NewsPublished Jun 11, 2026No quota on PEQ applications ‘one of the few good aspects’ of program’s…
The Quebec government announced the return of the Programme de l'expérience québécoise, or PEQ, with no quota on the number of applications. This change takes effect immediately. The decision was made by the Quebec immigration ministry.
- QuebecUpdated Jun 11, 2026Quebec reinstating PEQ immigration pathway for 2 years, beginning July 2 -…
The Quebec government announced the reopening of the PEQ immigration pathway. The reopening is set to take effect on July 2. This announcement was made on June 11, 2026.
- QuebecPublished Jun 11, 2026Quebec Arrima Draw #84 Opens Doors for Over 2500 Skilled Workers -…
The Quebec government announced the latest Arrima draw, number 84, which took effect immediately. The draw was announced on June 11, 2026. It is set to benefit a significant number of skilled workers.
- NewsUpdated Jun 11, 2026Latest MPNP Draw #272 Invites 104 Skilled Workers - ImmigCanada
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has issued a new draw, numbered 272, which took effect on the date of its announcement. The draw was announced by the Manitoba government, which is responsible for managing the program. The announcement was made on June 10, 2026.
- QuebecUpdated Jun 11, 2026Quebec to reinstate popular PEQ immigration pathway for 2 years - CBC
The Quebec government announced the reinstatement of the popular PEQ immigration pathway. The reinstatement is set to take effect immediately. The program will be reinstated for a period of 2 years.
- NewsPublished Jun 11, 2026Saving for Your First Home in Canada: An Introduction to the FHSA for…
For many newcomers, buying a first home in Canada is an exciting milestone. Saving for a down payment, however, often takes planning, time and the right savings tools. To help support first-time homebuyers, the Government of Canada introduced the First Home Savings Account (FHSA)
- NewsPublished Jun 11, 2026Economic permanent resident applicants see drop in processing times - CIC…
Economic permanent resident applicants see drop in processing times CIC News
- QuebecPublished Jun 11, 2026Quebec to reinstate popular PEQ immigration pathway for 2 years - MSN
Quebec to reinstate popular PEQ immigration pathway for 2 years MSN
- CitizenshipPublished Jun 11, 2026There’s now a 15-month wait for proof of Canadian citizenship, as the…
Those applying for Canadian citizenship by descent will now have a 15-month wait time for their proof of Canadian citizenship certificates as of June 2026. There are now roughly 82,000 applications in the queue, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). As
- CitizenshipPublished Jun 11, 2026There’s now a 15-month wait for proof of Canadian citizenship, as the…
There’s now a 15-month wait for proof of Canadian citizenship, as the queue passes 82,000 CIC News
- Atlantic RuralPublished Jun 11, 2026Wait time for Atlantic Immigration Program applicants drops by 12 months
The processing time for permanent residence applications through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) has dropped by a full year. As of June 8, 2026, the expected wait time for a decision on a newly-submitted AIP application is 26 months. As of May 12, 2026, it was 38 months. T
- Atlantic RuralPublished Jun 11, 2026Wait time for Atlantic Immigration Program applicants drops by 12 months -…
Wait time for Atlantic Immigration Program applicants drops by 12 months CIC News
- NewsPublished Jun 11, 2026Dernier Tirage Entrée Express 2026: 2026 guide
Latest news and updates on Dernier Tirage Entrée Express 2026 and Express Entry
- NewsPublished Jun 11, 2026Supreme Court Sides With Trump In Fight Tied To Speech Curbs On Immigration Judges: 2026 guide
US Supreme Court sides with Trump in fight tied to speech curbs on immigration judges, affecting Canada immigration news
- PnpPublished Jun 11, 2026Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (oinp): 2026 guide
2026 guide to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program, including requirements, application process, and streams.
- PnpPublished Jun 11, 2026Yukon and NWT nominee programs 2026: how to apply
Yukon and NWT nominee programs 2026: how to apply and requirements
- Family SponsorshipPublished Jun 11, 2026Sponsoring orphaned relatives 2026: nieces and nephews process
Sponsoring orphaned relatives in Canada: requirements, process, and eligibility
- PnpPublished Jun 11, 2026Oinp Streams Revoked: 2026 guide
OINP streams revoked: guide to the impact on Express Entry and new pathways for Ontario immigration
- Medicals BiometricsPublished Jun 11, 2026Medical inadmissibility Canada 2026: excessive demand rules
Medical inadmissibility in Canada: excessive demand rules and immigration medical exam process
- CaregiverPublished Jun 11, 2026Live-in caregiver to PR pathway Canada 2026: still possible?
Live-in caregiver to PR pathway Canada 2026 still possible
- NewsPublished Jun 11, 2026Applyboard Faces Reckoning: 2026 guide
Applyboard faces reckoning as Canada's immigration boom turns into a bust
- Express EntryPublished Jun 11, 2026How the 2026 Levels Plan shapes Express Entry draw sizes
The 2026 Levels Plan sets a PR cap of 380,000 with 64% allocated to economic class, impacting Express Entry draw sizes.
- Business ImmigrationPublished Jun 11, 2026C11 work permit for entrepreneurs 2026: significant benefit explained
Guide to C11 work permit for entrepreneurs in Canada
- Work PermitPublished Jun 11, 2026C10 significant benefit work permit 2026: when to use it
Guide to C10 significant benefit work permit in Canada, including eligibility, application process, and processing time
- NewsPublished Jun 11, 2026Ontario Immigration News: 2026 guide
Stay updated on the latest Ontario immigration news and updates for 2026
- Work PermitPublished Jun 11, 2026Canada Finland Youth Mobility Agreement IRCC Finland Iec: 2026 guide
Guide to the Canada Finland Youth Mobility Agreement and IEC Canada program
- PnpPublished Jun 11, 2026How a provincial nomination's 600-point CRS boost works
How a provincial nomination's 600-point CRS boost works in Express Entry
- NewsPublished Jun 11, 2026Walmart Shareholder Ai Proposal Vote: 2026 guide
Stay updated on the latest Canada immigration news and updates for 2026
- Business ImmigrationPublished Jun 11, 2026Self-employed persons program Canada 2026: who qualifies
Guide to the Self-employed Persons Program in Canada, including eligibility criteria and application process
- Country GuidePublished Jun 11, 2026What Canada's 2026 immigration changes mean for Filipino applicants
Canada's 2026 immigration changes and their impact on Filipino applicants
- Express EntryPublished Jun 11, 2026STEM Express Entry draws in 2026: who qualifies
Guide to the STEM Express Entry category, including eligibility criteria and competitiveness
- Express EntryPublished Jun 11, 2026Canadian Experience Class draws in 2026: trends and what to expect
Canadian Experience Class draws in 2026: trends, forecast, and advice for candidates
- Country GuidePublished Jun 11, 2026What Canada's 2026 immigration changes mean for Nigerian applicants
Canada's 2026 immigration changes reduce temporary resident targets and cap students, but prioritize economic immigration and strong Express Entry profiles, affecting Nigerian applicants.
- Country GuidePublished Jun 11, 2026What Canada's 2026 immigration changes mean for Nigerian applicants
Canada's 2026 immigration changes reduce temporary resident targets and cap students, but prioritize economic immigration and strong Express Entry profiles, affecting Nigerian applicants.
- NewsPublished Jun 11, 2026If your grandparent is Canadian, you might be too: A 2026 eligibility guide
New rules for Canadian citizenship by descent: find out if you're eligible and how to apply
- Express EntryPublished Jun 11, 2026Healthcare Express Entry category draws in 2026
Guide to the Healthcare Express Entry category, including eligibility criteria and application process
- Language TestsPublished Jun 11, 2026Language test validity period Canada 2026: two-year rule explained
Language test validity period for Canada immigration 2026 explained
- NewsPublished Jun 11, 2026Housing and the 2026 immigration cuts: what's the connection?
Canada's 2026 immigration plan reduces targets for new temporary residents, prioritizing economic immigration and addressing housing affordability concerns
- PnpPublished Jun 11, 2026Economic permanent resident applicants see drop in processing times
Processing times have decreased for permanent residence applicants through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), and Quebec Business Class. AIP applicants saw the most significant change, with wait times falling by 12 months. Provincial nominee