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Articles on Canadian immigration written by the consultant who handles the files, not by a news desk. Written for people already in Canada on temporary status — and for those still planning the move.

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How to immigrate to New Brunswick in 2026: the main routes to permanent residence

New Brunswick combines provincial programmes, Express Entry and the Atlantic Immigration Program. Here is how the main options work — and why being eligible does not mean being invited. New BrunswickPNPResidência permanenteAIPExpress Entry Read the article → 3 min read

Canada’s 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan: what changes and how to prepare

Canada has set its immigration targets to 2027: 395,000 permanent residents in 2025, falling to 365,000 by 2027, with 62% of places on economic routes. What changes, and how to adjust. IRCCExpress EntryPNPResidência permanente Read the article → 3 min read

Sharp drop in study permit applications in 2025 catches the Canadian government off guard

IRCC expected study permit applications to fall 10% in 2025. It recorded 29,300 — below even pandemic levels. What changed, and what follows from it. Study permitIRCCEstudantes internacionais Read the article → 3 min read

Minimum French scores in Express Entry and how they can raise your CRS

The French levels required by each Express Entry program, how the 25 or 50 extra CRS points work, and what you need to enter the francophone category draws. Express EntryCRSFrancês Read the article → 4 min read

IRCC’s 2025–2026 Departmental Plan: what changes for immigration to Canada?

IRCC has published its federal priorities for the next two years: category-based Express Entry, deep cuts to LMIA permits, a PGWP review, and changes to spousal open work permits. IRCCExpress EntryPNPPGWP Read the article → 2 min read

New provincial median wages for LMIAs: what changed on 27 June 2025

Canada updated the median hourly wages that separate a high-wage LMIA from a low-wage one. The table by province, and what it changes for employers and workers. LMIAWork permitEmpregadores Read the article → 3 min read

LMIA-exempt work permits in Canada through free trade agreements (FTAs)

Citizens of dozens of countries can work in Canada without an LMIA through free trade agreements. A guide by agreement: categories, eligible occupations and permit validity. Work permitLMIACUSMACETA Read the article → 3 min read

The most accessible occupations for immigrating through category-based Express Entry

Category-based draws have far lower cut-offs than the general rounds. Occupations that need little training, their recent cut-off scores, and whether they qualify for a SOWP. Express EntryCRSProfissões Read the article → 2 min read

New Brunswick could be your way into Canada

A lower cost of living, welcoming communities and a Provincial Nominee Program with accessible streams — some without a job offer. Why this province deserves your attention. New BrunswickPNPProvíncias do Canadá Read the article →