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Proof of Citizenship Processing Slows – September 2026 – What It Means for You

On September 16 2026 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released a notice that the finalization of proof of Canadian citizenship applications slowed throughout July. According to IRCC...

Sep 16, 2026 · 6 minRead
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Canada opens direct‑to‑PR pathway for francophone students -- September 2026 -- What It Means for You

On September 5 2026 the federal government announced a new immigration stream that permits francophone international students who graduate from designated Canadian post‑secondary institutions to apply...

Sep 5, 2026 · 6 minRead
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Canada stops new parent and grandparent sponsorships -- September 2026 -- What It Means for You

On September 2 2026 the Department of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released a formal notice that it will no longer accept fresh sponsorship applications from Canadian citizens o...

Sep 2, 2026 · 7 minRead
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Canada fast‑tracking proof of citizenship applications for students -- September 2026 -- What It Means for You

On September 1, 2026 IRCC released a directive that proof‑of‑citizenship (POC) applications submitted by individuals who have a confirmed intention to study in Canada will move to an accelerated proce...

Sep 1, 2026 · 6 minRead
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Canada drops grandparents’ marriage requirement -- August 2026 -- What It Means for You

On August 29 2026 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced a revision to the Proof of Canadian Citizenship (Form CIT 0002) used by applicants claiming citizenship by descent. The ...

Aug 29, 2026 · 7 minRead
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Canada revises citizenship‑by‑descent forms – August 2026 – What It Means for You

On August 26 2026 IRRC released a revised version of the Application for Canadian Citizenship by Descent (Form CIT 0001) and issued new guidance on the physical‑presence requirement that must be satis...

Aug 26, 2026 · 9 minRead
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Canada offers work permits to out-of-status and at-risk Manitoba nominee candidates

On August 12, 2026, Canada announced that out-of-status and at-risk Manitoba nominee candidates are being offered work permits. This move is significant for individuals who have been waiting for their...

Aug 12, 2026 · 6 minRead
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Canada unveils requirements for work permit exemption for academic examiners

On August 8, 2026, Canada unveiled requirements for work permit exemption for academic examiners, a move that affects various groups of individuals in the country. According to IRCC, this exemption is...

Aug 8, 2026 · 5 minRead
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IRCC walks back current employee restriction on reciprocal employment work permits

On August 7, 2026, IRCC announced a significant change to its work permit policies, specifically reversing the current employee restriction on reciprocal employment work permits. This decision affects...

Aug 7, 2026 · 5 minRead

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