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cicnews.com > 2026 > 01 > should-i-start-a-study-program-in-canada-l-if-my-work-permit-is-expiring-soon-0165618.html

My work permit is expiring soon: Is it worth starting a study program in Canada?

My work permit is expiring soon: Is it worth starting a study program in Canada?23+ hour, 38+ min ago   (1376+ words) If your work authorization is soon to expire, going back to school may help your chances of remaining and settling in Canada permanently'especially if you have already qualified for a permanent residence (PR) stream or pathway, and submitted an Expression…...

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2025 in review: Canada’s biggest changes for international students and PGWP eligibility

2025 in review: Canada’s biggest changes for international students and PGWP eligibility1+ day, 1+ hour ago   (1306+ words) These updates matter whether you're planning to study in Canada, are already here on a study permit, or are aiming to work on a PGWP after graduation. This article breaks down the following 2025 changes and explains what they mean for…...

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cicnews.com > 2026 > 01 > how-to-work-immigration-benefits-into-your-new-years-resolutions-0165647.html

How to work immigration benefits into your New Year’s resolutions

How to work immigration benefits into your New Year’s resolutions2+ day, 1+ hour ago   (751+ words) New Year's resolutions can be powerful vehicles to aid and advance your immigration journey. The surges of motivation that mark the start of the year can work two-fold: both to help you meet your personal goals and to increase your…...

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cicnews.com > 2026 > 01 > canada-to-start-processing-low-wage-lmias-in-eight-more-regions-in-q1-2026-0164611.html

LMIA processing to resume in eight regions including Vancouver, Winnipeg and Halifax in Q1 2026

LMIA processing to resume in eight regions including Vancouver, Winnipeg and Halifax in Q1 20263+ day, 15+ hour ago   (679+ words) Starting January 9, the federal government will begin processing low-wage labour market impact assessments (LMIAs) in eight more regions across Canada. Vancouver, Winnipeg and Kingston are some of the regions where low-wage LMIA processing will begin once more. That is because…...

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cicnews.com > 2026 > 01 > how-venezuelans-can-work-study-and-settle-in-canada-0164994.html

How Venezuelans can work, study, and settle in Canada

How Venezuelans can work, study, and settle in Canada4+ day, 8+ hour ago   (1226+ words) Venezuelans seeking to come to Canada have many options to enter the country, both on a temporary and permanent basis. Due to the individual-centric nature of Canadian immigration, Venezuelan applicants seeking temporary or permanent residence (PR) are afforded processing rights…...

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cicnews.com > 2026 > 01 > self-employed-physicians-have-smoother-path-to-permanent-residence-under-new-ontario-rules-0164990.html

Self-employed physicians have smoother path to permanent residence under new Ontario rules

Self-employed physicians have smoother path to permanent residence under new Ontario rules4+ day, 8+ hour ago   (501+ words) Ontario is broadening eligibility for self-employed physicians under its Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream, in accordance with regulations that came into effect on January 1, 2026. Changes primarily pertain to the class of certification that internationally educated physicians are permitted to…...

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cicnews.com > 2026 > 01 > permanent-residence-pathways-that-were-closed-or-suspended-in-2025-and-the-best-alternatives-0164606.html > amp

Permanent residence pathways that were closed or suspended in 2025, and the best alternatives

Permanent residence pathways that were closed or suspended in 2025, and the best alternatives5+ day, 14+ hour ago   (1679+ words) Canada's immigration system experienced profound changes over the course of 2025, with various programs, pilots, and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams seeing cancellations or indefinite pauses. This article will cover which PR pathways were discontinued in 2025, and the best alternatives for…...

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cicnews.com > 2026 > 01 > manitobas-last-draw-of-2025-invites-hundreds-of-skilled-candidates-0164115.html

Manitoba’s last draw of 2025 invites hundreds of skilled candidates

Manitoba’s last draw of 2025 invites hundreds of skilled candidates1+ week, 2+ day ago   (274+ words) The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held an Expression of Interest (EOI) draw on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. A total of 421 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued in this New Year's Eve draw. On December 31, the province issued 353 LAAs through…...

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cicnews.com > 2026 > 01 > amid-immigration-cuts-canada-tops-the-united-kingdom-as-study-to-immigrate-destination-0164068.html

Amid immigration cuts, Canada tops the United Kingdom as study-to-immigrate destination

Amid immigration cuts, Canada tops the United Kingdom as study-to-immigrate destination1+ week, 3+ day ago   (1053+ words) For individuals seeking to study to immigrate, Canada offers a more straightforward path to permanent status than the United Kingdom (UK). Both countries" immigration systems have experienced upheavals over the past several years, as many governments around the world have…...

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cicnews.com > 2026 > 01 > five-changes-that-took-effect-across-canadas-immigration-system-on-january-1-2026-0164040.html

Five changes that took effect across Canada’s immigration system on January 1, 2026

Five changes that took effect across Canada’s immigration system on January 1, 20261+ week, 4+ day ago   (740+ words) On New Year's Day, several measures came into effect in Canada, from new provincial labour rules to the closure of a pathway for entrepreneurs. Here's a look at the changes that just got implemented'and who they affect the most. Who…...