September 11, 2026

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Canadian Citizenship by Descent Scam: How to Spot Warning Signs

Since Canada expanded citizenship by descent, hundreds of thousands of people have started looking into whether they’re already Canadian. A market of paid help has grown alongside them, and some of it makes promises no one can deliver. Get a Free Consultation on Applying for…

Surrey’s Growth Surge Continues to Drive Housing Demand

The post Surrey’s Growth Surge Continues to Drive Housing Demand appeared first on Fraser Valley Real Estate Board – REALTORS® in the Fraser Valley, BC.

Saskatchewan earmarks 550 tickets to permanent residence track in September intake for employers in retail, trucking, accommodation, and food services

September 14–15 will be the last chance this year for Saskatchewan employers in capped sectors to support their workers for provincial immigration. The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has set aside 550 provincial immigration spaces, to be doled out on a first-come, first-served basis, according…

Processing times rise for permanent residence and citizenship applicants

Canada’s immigration department released updated permanent residence (PR) and citizenship processing times on September 3, showing lengthening wait times for several application types. Three categories saw processing times rise by one month—the largest increase recorded in the update: The Federal Skilled Worker Program (Express Entry);…

Processing times for proof of Canadian citizenship applications jumps in September, nears three years

As of September, new applicants for a proof of Canadian citizenship certificate will have to wait 33 months for a decision. The federal tool that tracks processing times was updated on September 3, showing that the wait time for this application type has increased by…

Canada invites 3,500 Healthcare and Social Services workers to apply for permanent residence

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 3,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates in healthcare and social services occupations. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A…

From Canada to California: How tens of thousands of Californians are Canadian citizens by descent today

Be it the gold rush of 1848 or the lure of Hollywood, the most populous state in the U.S. is known for attracting people from around the world. Migration has always been a key part of California’s growing population. As a matter of fact, native-born…

Canada widens permanent residence track for French speakers in Sudbury

The region will be advancing up to 85 French-speaking foreign nationals with local job offers, according to a post by Greater Sudbury Economic Development on its news web page on August 27, 2026. Foreign nationals who are selected can apply to the federal government for…

Americans with a Canadian parent are already Canadian citizens – even if they’ve never set foot in the country

If one of your parents was a Canadian citizen at the moment you were born, you’re probably a Canadian citizen right now — even if you’ve never lived in Canada, held a Canadian passport, or ever thought of yourself as anything other than American. It…

Newfoundland and Labrador invites 97 candidates to apply for provincial nomination

On September 4, Newfoundland and Labrador issued 97 invitations to apply for provincial nomination through its provincial nominee program.  These invitations allow candidates to take the next step toward obtaining Canadian permanent residence (PR) as provincial nominees.  Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation As of…