Unlike most other Canadian immigration programs, the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) has a publicly posted schedule of planned draws throughout the year. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams What is the PEI PNP schedule? The PEI PNP schedule for Expression of Interest (EOI) draws has four more planned for 2025: […]

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As a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you may be eligible to sponsor your dependent child(ren) for permanent residence. This article will cover the ins and outs of sponsoring a dependent child, including who is eligible to sponsor and be sponsored, the undertaking commitment, and how to apply. Sponsor a dependent child for Canadian immigration […]

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Starting a business in a new country may feel like both an opportunity and a learning curve. For newcomers to Canada, it can be useful to understand the rules, structures, and supports that are available. This can include legal requirements, business planning, and awareness of financing or trade considerations. The overview below introduces some of […]

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Certain jobs and employers can give you an advantage in seeking Canadian permanent residence. In this article, we’ll walk you through the most important considerations prior to accepting a job offer for Canadian immigration. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm What are employer-driven immigration pathways? Employer-driven immigration pathways are […]

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Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that the government is working on changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). In an address to the Liberal caucus in Edmonton on Sept. 10, Carney said that moving forward the TFWP “must have a focused approach that targets specific, strategic sectors, and needs in specific regions,” and […]

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Since July, processing times for most application types have seen minor to significant changes. In this article, we’ll go over the change in processing times for applications for permanent residence, work permits, study permits, temporary resident visas, and citizenship. This article examines current processing times for different applications compared to July 17, 2025. Consult with […]

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Newfoundland and Labrador issued 202 invitations to apply (ITAs) for provincial immigration to candidates through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Of these 202 ITAs issued on August 29, 125 were distributed to candidates of the NLPNP, while the remaining 77 invitations were issued to AIP candidates. […]

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Pierre Poilievre has claimed that the federal government has issued work permits in excess the planned “cap” for 2025. But the figures presented to support this claim are misleading. Join the Angus Reid Forum and get $5 in points! In a statement published on the Conservative Party website, the party writes that “Carney’s government has […]

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On August 28, the Quebec Ministry of Immigration, Francization and Integration (MIFI) issued 231 invitations to apply for a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ), through the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). Candidates were invited through two different streams of the program, either for their work experience in non-regulated skilled professions or their exceptional talent and ability, […]

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Effective immediately, employers hiring for Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)-based jobs must use the “Direct Apply” feature on Canada’s National Job Bank, as part of the advertising requirements to receive a positive LMIA. These employers must also consider all applications received through the Job Bank via the Direct Apply function, or risk failing to meet […]

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