Liam Thompson writes about Canada's Express Entry system and federal immigration updates. He follows draw results, category-based selection, and the policy changes that affect people planning a move to Canada.
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Liam Thompson
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Covers Express Entry draws, CRS changes, and federal immigration programs.
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10 October 2026
Canadian Citizenship Proof Processing Times Reach 33 Months Amid Increased Applications
What happened? The processing time for proof of Canadian citizenship applications currently stands at 33 months. This timeline depends on the complexity of the file, the time...
9 October 2026
Canada Expands Fast Track for Internationally Trained Physicians to Ontario Licensing
What happened? Health Canada announced $20 million in funding on October 7, 2026, to expand a fast-track program for internationally trained physicians seeking Ontario licensing....
8 October 2026
Ontario Increases Points for High Earners in New Permanent Residence Pathway
What happened? The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program has boosted scores for candidates earning at least $80,000 per year. This change gives them a higher chance of being selected...
7 October 2026
New Canadian Law May Grant Citizenship to Tens of Thousands of Minnesotans Through Ancestry
What happened? A Canadian law enacted in December 2025 has opened the door for tens of thousands of Minnesota residents to potentially claim dual Canadian American citizenship....
30 September 2026
Canada curbs summary refusal of employer-specific work permits
What happened? Canada's immigration department has updated its instructions, barring officers from summarily refusing work permit applications based on dubious job offers....
30 September 2026
Canada Extends Ebola Related Immigration and Travel Bans Until November 2026
What happened? Canada has extended its Ebola related immigration and travel bans, affecting foreign nationals from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan....
29 September 2026
Canada Invests $1.2 Million to Attract Francophone Workers to Communities Outside Quebec
What happened? Canada is investing approximately $1.2 million in new projects designed to attract more Francophone workers and bilingual immigrants to communities outside Quebec....
29 September 2026
Ancestry Adds Quebec Obituaries to Aid Canadian Citizenship by Descent Claims
What happened? Genealogy company Ancestry has added an index of 570,090 Quebec obituaries to its website. These records could assist millions of Americans with Canadian ancestry...
28 September 2026
Canada Invites 733 Provincial Nominees in Largest Express Entry Draw Since Late June 2026
What happened? Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada issued 733 invitations to apply through the Express Entry system. This draw specifically targeted candidates with a...
27 September 2026
British Columbia Invites 714 High Earning and High Scoring Workers for Provincial Nomination
What happened? The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program, BCPNP, invited 714 high earning and high scoring candidates on September 24 to apply for provincial nomination for...
24 September 2026
Expert Offers Guidance on Optimal Timing for Express Entry Pool Submission
What happened? Individuals eligible for Canada's Express Entry system often face a crucial decision: enter the applicant pool immediately or delay. An expert has provided guidance...
21 September 2026
Ottawa Tightens Rules for Atlantic Immigration Program Applicants with Employment Changes
What happened? The federal government has implemented new rules for Atlantic Immigration Program applicants who experience changes in employment or employer ownership. These...
20 September 2026
Navigating Canadian Citizenship by Descent Through Section 3 of the Citizenship Act
What happened? Canadian citizenship by descent allows individuals born outside Canada to claim citizenship through their lineage. This process requires tracing an unbroken line...
18 September 2026
British Columbia Invites 33 Cleaners and Security Staff in Second Rural Health Support Draw
What happened? British Columbia conducted its second draw for the Temporary Rural/Remote Health Support Initiative on September 17. The province invited 33 cleaners and security...
16 September 2026
IRCC Issues 250 Invitations to Apply in Express Entry Draw for Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience
What happened? Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, IRCC, conducted an Express Entry draw on September 16 for senior managers with Canadian work experience. This draw...
16 September 2026
IRCC Reports Increased Wait Times for Temporary Residence Applications
What happened? Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) published updated temporary residence processing estimates on September 16. These figures indicate a general...
14 September 2026
Canada Invites 576 Provincial Nominee Program Candidates in Latest Express Entry Draw
What happened? Canada issued 576 invitations to apply to Provincial Nominee Program candidates in its latest Express Entry draw. Invited candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive...
11 September 2026
Seeking Canadian Citizenship by Descent: Five Questions an Immigration Lawyer Will Ask
What happened? Discovering you may be a Canadian citizen through a parent, grandparent, or an even earlier ancestor is an exciting prospect. Many individuals in this situation...