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Express Entry Draw #402 | 250 Senior Managers Invited!

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #402 | 250 Senior Managers Invited!

The first-ever Express Entry draw for the Senior managers with Canadian Work Experience pathway was held on March 5, 2026. Express Entry Draw #402 Date of Draw: March 5, 2026 Number of Invitations Issued: 250 Minimum CRS: 429 Program Specified: Senior managers with Canadian Work Experience, 2026-Version 1 Tie-breaking rule: August 19, 2025, at 15:10:18 […]

Mar 12, 2026 Read More →
Canada Launches New Pathway to Permanent Residence for Workers in Canada

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Canada Launches New Pathway to Permanent Residence for Workers in Canada

Canada has quietly introduced a new immigration initiative that could allow up to 33,000 temporary foreign workers already living in Canada to obtain permanent residence. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), additional details about the program are expected to be released in April 2026. The initiative reflects Canada’s continued efforts to transition temporary […]

Mar 12, 2026 Read More →
Canada Extends Support Iranian Nationals

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Canada Extends Support Iranian Nationals

Recognizing the ongoing situation in Iran, the Government of Canada has continued its support for Iranian nationals living in Canada. Special immigration measures were initially introduced to assist Iranians in Canada and were set to remain in place until February 28, 2026. These supports have now been extended until March 31, 2027. New Measures to […]

Mar 6, 2026 Read More →
Express Entry Draw #399 | 264 Invitations Issued in PNP Draw

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #399 | 264 Invitations Issued in PNP Draw

In Express Entry Draw #399, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada invited 264 candidates to apply for permanent residence through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Express Entry Draw #399 Date of Draw: March 2, 2026 Number of Invitations Issued: 264 Minimum CRS: 710 Program Specified: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Tie-breaking rule: August 07, 2025, at 18:02:56 […]

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Express Entry Draw #400 | 4,000 CEC Candidates Invited!

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #400 | 4,000 CEC Candidates Invited!

The fourth Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw of 2026 invited 4,000 candidates once again, once again continuing the strong momentum for the CEC program. The previous CEC draw was held last month on February 17, 2026, where 6,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) for Canadian permanent residency was sent to candidates who had a minimum Comprehensive […]

Mar 5, 2026 Read More →
Express Entry Draw #401 | 5,500 Francophone Candidates Invited

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #401 | 5,500 Francophone Candidates Invited

Express Entry Draw #401 invited 5,500 French-speaking candidates to apply for permanent residence, following the previous draw’s record 8,500 invitations. Express Entry Draw #401 Date of Draw: March 4, 2026 Number of Invitations Issued: 5,500 Minimum CRS: 397 Program Specified: French-Language proficiency 2026-Version 2 Tie-breaking rule: October 10, 2025, at 18:18:20 UTC New Opportunities for […]

Mar 5, 2026 Read More →
New 2026 Express Entry Pathways for Canadian PR

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New 2026 Express Entry Pathways for Canadian PR

Recently, one of Canada’s main permanent residence pathways, Express Entry (EE), has expanded its category-based selection process. The EE program is now more focused on highly skilled professionals who can support Canada’s labour market and economy. Priority is being given to candidates who are already contributing to the Canadian economy. Canada’s New Strategy Canada has […]

Feb 24, 2026 Read More →
Express Entry Draw #397 | First-Ever Physicians with Canadian Work Experience Draw

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #397 | First-Ever Physicians with Canadian Work Experience Draw

Canada has made immigration history with Express Entry Draw #397, issuing 391 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for the first time ever exclusively to physicians with Canadian work experience. Express Entry Draw #397 Date of Draw: February 19, 2026 Number of Invitations Issued: 391 Minimum CRS: 169 Program Specified: Physicians with Canadian Work Experience, 2026-Version 1 […]

Feb 20, 2026 Read More →
Express Entry Draw #398 | 4,000 Healthcare and Social Service Professionals Invited

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #398 | 4,000 Healthcare and Social Service Professionals Invited

The first Express Entry draw for healthcare and social service professionals just took place in 2026, inviting an impressive 4,000 candidates to apply. To receive an invitation in this round, applicants needed a minimum CRS score of 467. Express Entry Draw #398 Date of Draw: February 20, 2026 Number of Invitations Issued: 4,000 Minimum CRS: […]

Feb 20, 2026 Read More →