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Getting help with your Canadian immigration application is allowed, but did you know you may need to tell IRCC who is helping you?

Whether you’re paying an immigration consultant or getting help from a friend or family member, failing to declare someone acting as your representative could have serious consequences.

In some cases, IRCC may consider this misrepresentation. This could lead to your application being refused and a five-year ban from Canada.

IRCC has not held a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Express Entry draw today, October 14, breaking its usual pattern of holding draws every two weeks.

While IRCC has not explained the delay, competition in the Express Entry pool continues to grow. As of October 12, 21,638 candidates had CRS scores between 501 and 600, up from 13,860 in April.

New Brunswick has eased more occupation restrictions under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). As of October 14, designated employers can submit endorsement applications for foreign workers in all eligible TEER 0 to 4 occupations except four: shippers and receivers, restaurant and food service managers, food service supervisors, and fish and seafood plant workers.

This means roles like retail salespersons, retail supervisors, and retail and wholesale managers are back in play. The province still prioritizes applicants with strong ties to New Brunswick, and applicants outside Canada are still limited to government-led recruitment in three sectors: health care, education, and construction.

There’s been some confusion online after an IRCC webpage was updated on October 13, 2026, leading some to believe Canada had released its new immigration targets.

However, the page contains the existing 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan, not the upcoming 2027–2029 plan. IRCC has simply moved the information to a new URL.

Canada’s 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan has not yet been announced. It is expected by November 1, 2026, unless Parliament is not sitting.

For now, anyone waiting for Canada’s new immigration targets will need to wait a little longer.

Managing your money in Canada can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re adjusting to new expenses like rent, groceries and bills. Having a budget can help you stay on track and work towards your savings goals.

But not every budgeting method works for everyone. Some help you track every dollar, while others give you more freedom with your spending.

Our guide breaks down popular budgeting methods, including the 50/30/20 rule, envelope budgeting and zero-based budgeting, to help you find an approach that works for you.

Thinking about starting a career in the skilled trades? Data from Statistics Canada shows growing demand for workers in this sector.

In the second quarter of 2026, there were 98,600 job vacancies in trades, transport and equipment-related occupations, up 6.6% from the same period last year.

Some of the biggest increases were for material handlers, truck drivers, and residential and commercial installers. Job vacancies requiring a trade certificate or diploma also increased by 3.9%, showing continued demand for skilled workers.

Whether you already have experience or want to start a new career, our guide to working in Canada’s skilled trades explains how to get started, including apprenticeships, certification and immigration options.

Spotting a moose while driving in Canada is a pretty unforgettable experience! But before you grab your camera, remember that safety comes first.

Never stop on a major highway, road shoulder or blind corner just to take a photo. If there's nowhere safe to pull over, enjoy the moment and keep driving.

Do stop for a moose on a major road if its walking on the road, or is very close by and at risk of getting hit if you continue. Just remember to put your hazard lights on so people coming up behind you know to approach with care.

Remember: A moose sighting makes a great memory, but it's not worth getting in an accident for a photo.