Blog - CIC News Update

December 4, 2025
CIC News Update
Canada, Trending

Canada Rolls Out New Immigration Fee Structure Starting December 2025

A new set of federal immigration fees has taken effect in Canada, introducing changes that applicants will need to factor into their planning. Beginning December 1, 2025, several government...

Nova Scotia Rolls Out New EOI Framework for Immigration Applicants

December 3, 2025
CIC News Update
Nova Scotia, PNP

Nova Scotia Redesigns Immigration Intake With New Pool-Based Selection Model

Nova Scotia has introduced a sweeping transformation to how it handles immigration submissions, adopting a pool-driven intake approach that reshapes the pathway for skilled workers and employers. Announced on...

December 2, 2025
CIC News Update
Canada, Trending

Canada Prepares for New PR Streams in 2026

Canada is preparing for a transformative year in 2026, with several new permanent residence (PR) pathways expected to open for the first time. The upcoming changes signal a major...

December 1, 2025
CIC News Update
Ontario, PNP

Ontario to Add New PR Pathways Under its PNP Program

Ontario is gearing up for a significant shift in its immigration landscape, with officials preparing to introduce fresh permanent residence options for international talent. Recent legislative changes, combined with...

November 29, 2025
CIC News Update
Canada, Express Entry

Canada Holds Another Major French-Focused Express Entry Draw

Canada’s immigration system has delivered yet another decisive moment in 2025, as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a large-scale Express Entry draw aimed at French-proficient applicants on...

November 27, 2025
CIC News Update
Canada, Express Entry

IRCC Drops CRS to 531 in Surprise CEC Draw, the Lowest Since July

Canada’s Express Entry system witnessed a notable shake-up this week as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released another round of invitations under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). This...

November 26, 2025
CIC News Update
Canada, Express Entry, PNP

Canada Conducts Major PNP-Focused Express Entry Draw as CRS Scores Hit Lowest Level in Months

Canada’s immigration system saw another significant development this week as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted one of the largest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)–specific selection rounds of the...

November 24, 2025
CIC News Update
British Columbia, PNP

B.C. Unveils Major Entrepreneur Draw in November

British Columbia has taken another decisive step in strengthening its provincial economy by issuing a substantial round of invitations to entrepreneur immigration candidates. The latest draw marks one of...

November 24, 2025
CIC News Update
Alberta, PNP

Alberta Ramps Up Immigration Intake With Major November Draws

Alberta has intensified its immigration activity this month, issuing more than 1,100 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The selections, carried out between November...

November 22, 2025
CIC News Update
British Columbia, PNP

British Columbia Shares Transparency on Who Might Receive PNP ITAs

British Columbia has released newly compiled data that reshapes how skilled workers understand their prospects of receiving a provincial nomination. With the province adjusting its selection strategy in response...

Minimum CRS Points	Number Of Invitations	Draw
531	1,000	Canadian Experience Class #381
All Express Entry Draw Results ➜

CRS	Province	Invitations
600	Manitoba	862
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