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In this week's Canadian immigration weekly news roundup, Dane and Rebecca predict the Great Express Entry Slowdown of 2026. Plus, BC PNP's 2025 Annual Report, a few key updates for international students and temporary workers.
New This Week, In Case You Missed It:
RBC is calling for Canada to remove most Express Entry categories and put more focus on candidates with the highest CRS scores.
The next Ontario Trillium Benefit payment arrives on September 10 for eligible Ontario residents.
The Canadian economy lost 42,000 jobs in August 2026, even as the unemployment rate held steady at 6.4%.
The Bank of Canada has held its interest rate at 2.25% for the seventh consecutive decision.
We look at five things new international students should know about working, PGWPs, permanent residence and settling in.
An independent immigration panel is recommending that Canada reduce temporary residents to between 3% and 4% of the population.
Seven provinces and territories are increasing minimum wage this fall, with new rates taking effect in September and October.
British Columbia’s latest PNP report reveals who the province prioritized for permanent residence in 2025.
IRCC also held Express Entry draws, including a Physicians draw inviting 229, a Healthcare Occupations draw, a CEC draw inviting 2,000, and a PNP draw inviting 562. You can view our updated data on Express Entry profiles in the pool, here.
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Latest IRCC Updates
IRCC updated its Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) instructions to reflect the addition of the United Kingdom to the agreement. Read more.
IRCC updated its guidance on permanent residence applications for protected persons, reflecting changes to the medical exam exemption policy. Read more.
IRCC updated its instructions for emergency repair personnel and workers repairing out-of-warranty equipment, adding minor clarifications. Read more.
IRCC updated its guidance for judges, referees and similar officials who may be authorized to work in Canada without a work permit, including additional eligibility requirements and examples. Read more.
