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Video Update This Week
Health insurance in Canada can be confusing for temporary residents. In this video, we break down all four types of coverage, what each one does, and why having one does not mean you can cancel another.
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IRCC granted permanent residence to 128,865 people between January and May 2026. IRCC will now publish these figures monthly, making it easier to track Canada’s immigration progress throughout the year.
New This Week, In Case You Missed It
IRCC has quietly tightened eligibility for reciprocal employment work permits.
Canada refused nearly 45% of visitor visa applications linked to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Canada welcomed 9,900 French-speaking permanent residents outside Quebec between January and May.
The next Alberta Child and Family Benefit payment arrives on August 27 for eligible families with children under 18.
Quebec’s October election could determine the future of the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) after this year’s intake.
Canada’s new citizenship-by-descent rules have expanded eligibility. Our FAQ explains who now qualifies and how to apply.
New IRCC data shows Post-Graduation Work Permit refusal rates rose to 21% in 2025.
Ontario’s next Trillium Benefit payment arrives on August 10 for eligible residents who filed a 2025 tax return.
Eligible Canadians aged 16 and over can now renew their passports online.
Several federal and provincial benefit payments are arriving in August, including the Canada Child Benefit and Ontario Trillium Benefit.
British Columbia and Newfoundland and Labrador issued new provincial immigration invitations across several streams this week.
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Latest IRCC Updates
IRCC updated its guidance for examiners and evaluators who can work in Canada without a work permit, including new eligibility requirements and examples. Read more.
IRCC updated its reciprocal employment guidance, clarifying eligibility requirements and how officers assess employer-specific work permit applications. Read more.
