Canada’s Immigration Numbers 2026: What the Latest IRCC Data Means
Canada’s immigration system is entering a new phase. Over the past two years, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced significant reforms aimed at reducing temporary resident volumes while maintaining pathways for skilled newcomers to become permanent residents. The latest government figures, released as of April 30, 2026, provide one of the clearest pictures […]
Serious Criminal Charges and Canadian Immigration: Can You Still Enter or Immigrate to Canada?
A criminal conviction does not always mean your Canadian immigration journey is over. While serious criminal charges can create significant barriers to obtaining a visa, work permit, study permit, permanent residence, or even entering Canada as a visitor, there are legal pathways that may allow eligible applicants to overcome criminal inadmissibility. At VisaServe Immigration Law […]
Canada’s Immigration Levels After 2027: What the Latest Federal-Provincial Meeting Means for Immigrants
Canada’s immigration system continues to evolve as governments across the country work to balance economic growth with sustainable population planning. On June 23, 2026, federal, provincial and territorial immigration ministers met to discuss Canada’s 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan, outlining priorities that could shape immigration policy for years to come. While no immediate program changes were […]
Employer Immigration Compliance in Canada: What Every Business Needs to Know
Canadian employers increasingly rely on foreign talent to address labour shortages, support growth, and remain competitive. Whether hiring through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), the International Mobility Program (IMP), or provincial immigration streams, employers must understand that immigration compliance is not a one-time obligation—it is an ongoing responsibility. As government oversight continues to increase, […]
Canada’s Population Declined in Early 2026: What Does It Mean for Immigration?
Statistics Canada has reported something Canada has not seen in years: a decline in the country’s population. According to newly released demographic estimates, Canada’s population fell by approximately 55,000 people during the first quarter of 2026, bringing the estimated population to 41.4 million as of April 1, 2026. The decline reflects a combination of lower […]
Lost Canadians Citizenship Review: What Affected Families Need to Know
Canada’s expanded citizenship-by-descent rules created new opportunities for thousands of individuals with Canadian ancestry to obtain proof of Canadian citizenship. However, recent reports indicate that some individuals who were already issued citizenship certificates under the new legislation have been asked by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to return those certificates while their applications undergo […]
Canadian Citizenship by Descent: Could Your Canadian Ancestor Make You a Citizen?
For decades, many people with Canadian family roots were surprised to learn that they were not eligible for Canadian citizenship because of complex citizenship laws and restrictions on citizenship by descent. That changed significantly in late 2025 when Canada amended its Citizenship Act, expanding eligibility for people with Canadian ancestry. As a result, thousands of […]
Expiring Work Permit in Canada? Your 2026 Immigration Options
As Canada continues adjusting its temporary resident levels, hundreds of thousands of foreign workers are approaching the end of their authorized stay. According to estimates cited by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), more than 1.3 million temporary work permits are expected to expire by the end of 2026, creating uncertainty for workers and […]
Canada eTA for Indonesia and Malaysia: New Travel Rules Take Effect in 2026
Canada has announced a significant update to its travel requirements that will make it easier for eligible citizens of Indonesia and Malaysia to visit Canada for tourism, business, or transit purposes. Effective May 26, 2026, eligible travellers from Indonesia and Malaysia may be able to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) instead of a […]
Quebec Skilled Worker Open Work Permit: New Measures Help Families and Employers in 2026
Canada has announced important immigration measures that will help eligible temporary foreign workers in Quebec remain employed while pursuing permanent residence and allow their spouses or common-law partners to work in Canada as well. The new measures, announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), are designed to support Quebec employers facing labour shortages while […]