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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
PR Pathways

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
Express Entry

Canadian Experience Class Draw #439: 2,000 ITAs, CRS 521 (September 1, 2026)

The IRCC announced on August 24, 2026 that Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Draw #439 will issue 2,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut‑off of 521 on September ...

Sep 1, 2026 · 8 minRead
Express Entry

Express Entry Draw 2026: A Complete Guide for Prospective Immigrants

The August 31 2026 PNP Express Entry draw invited 562 candidates with a record‑low CRS score of 697, the lowest threshold recorded this year. That single event reshapes how candidates assess their cha...

Sep 1, 2026 · 8 minRead
PGWP

Canada extends grace period for TFWP work‑permit applications without a positive LMIA -- September 2026 -- What It Means for You

On September 1 2026 the Department of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced a revision to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). According to IRCC, the deadline for submi...

Sep 1, 2026 · 7 minRead
Provincial Nominee

Provincial Nominee Program Draw #438: 562 ITAs, CRS 697 (August 31 2026)

The August 31 2026 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw released 562 invitations to apply (ITAs) with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 697, marking the highest cutoff since the 2...

Aug 31, 2026 · 7 minRead
Provincial Nominee

Alberta Opportunity Stream selects 743 candidates – August 2026 – What It Means for You

On August 30, 2026 the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AAIP) released the results of its latest Alberta Opportunity Stream (AOS) draw. The province announced that 743 candidates have been selected ...

Aug 30, 2026 · 7 minRead
PR Pathways

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
pr‑pathways

IRCC clarifies Super Visa income options -- August 2026 -- What It Means for You

On August 27, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) published a guidance document that adds two alternative calculations for meeting the income threshold required of sponsors under...

Aug 27, 2026 · 6 minRead

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