On February 6, 2026, IRCC had its first French-Language Proficiency draw of the year under the Express Entry (“EE”) system, issuing 8,500 invitations to candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (“CRS”) score of 400. Learn more about how this applies to you as an applicant.
Takeaways from 2026 BC PNP updates by Heron Law Offices, including general program information and streams.
International graduates across Canada are facing PGWP refusals after failing to upload language test results, despite the application portal not clearly requesting them.
On December 08, 2025, the Canadian government announced three immigration measures to facilitate permanent residence for doctors: a. The new Physicians with Canadian work experience Express Entry category; b. 5,000 spots under the Provincial Nominee Program for licensed doctors with job offers; and c. Expedited 14-day work permit processing for provincially nominated doctors. These measures are intended to mitigate Canada’s severe shortage of doctors.
On 20 November 2025, Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025), received Royal Assent. Once it comes into force on a date chosen by the Governor in Council, it will significantly change how Canadian citizenship is passed to children born outside Canada.