Based on IRCC Guidelines — R188(1)(c) Canada is a top destination for international learners, and not every educational experience requires a full study permit. Under Canadian immigration regulations — specifically R188(1)(c) — foreign nationals can enter or remain in Canada to attend a course or program of 6 months or less without needing a
Just one day after making history with a dedicated draw for physicians, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is back at it again. On February 20, 2026, the department held its first-ever Express Entry draw for the Healthcare and Social Services occupations category, issuing 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to skilled workers in this
In a groundbreaking move to strengthen its healthcare workforce, Canada held its first-ever Express Entry draw exclusively for physicians on February 19, 2026. This highly targeted event saw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issue 391 invitations to apply (ITAs) to doctors with Canadian work experience, featuring a remarkably low Comprehensive Ranking
Today, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the new category-based selection draws for the Express Entry system in 2026. This strategic move is part of Canada’s International Talent Attraction Strategy, designed to align immigration with the country’s evolving economic needs and fill critical labour
In a significant move for candidates already building their lives in Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw on February 17, 2026. The department invited 6,000 candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) to apply for permanent residence. This was a program-specific draw, focusing solely on CEC candidates
For Canadian citizens and permanent residents hoping to reunite with their parents or grandparents through the Super Visa, understanding the financial eligibility requirements is a crucial first step. The Super Visa allows parents and grandparents to visit and stay in Canada for up to five years at a time without
