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09/29/2026

🚨 Express Entry Update: Canada Invites 2,000 CEC Candidates! 🇨🇦

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 2,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the latest Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Express Entry draw.

📌 Draw Highlights:

📨 Invitations Issued: 2,000
🎯 Minimum CRS Score: 518
🕒 Profile Requirement: Express Entry profile created before February 13, 2026 at 8:48 p.m. UTC

This latest draw provides another opportunity for skilled workers with qualifying Canadian work experience to move closer to permanent residence.

If you are currently working in Canada and want to understand your Express Entry options, CRS score, or potential pathways to PR, CanDream Immigration can help assess your profile and guide you through the process.

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09/24/2026

Work Permit Holders Can Study Without a Study Permit in 2026: Alberta Planning Guide.

Quick answer: As of September 4, 2026, eligible foreign nationals who hold a valid work permit may study in a course or program lasting six months or less without first obtaining a study permit. The permission lasts only while the work permit remains valid and no later than the public policy's end date of December 31, 2027. This can make short training easier, but the study schedule, co-op component, work permit expiry date and permanent residence plan should be reviewed before enrolment.

For workers in Edmonton and across Alberta, the new flexibility may help with short occupational courses, skills upgrading or licensing preparation. It does not create a new immigration program, extend a work permit or guarantee that a credential will be recognized by an employer or regulator. The practical question is whether the course fits both the temporary public policy and the worker's longer immigration strategy.

Learn More:

Eligible work permit holders can study for up to six months without a study permit. Learn the Alberta rules, PR risks, co-op limits and next steps.

09/17/2026

🚨 Express Entry Update: Canada Invites 250 Senior Managers! 🇨🇦

IRCC has issued 250 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a targeted Express Entry draw for senior managers with Canadian work experience.

📌 Draw Highlights:

📨 Invitations Issued: 250
🎯 Minimum CRS Score: 389
🕒 Profile Requirement: Express Entry profile created before September 1, 2026 at 11:05 p.m. UTC

This targeted draw creates another opportunity for experienced senior professionals who have gained qualifying work experience in Canada to pursue Canadian Permanent Residence.

If you have Canadian management experience and want to know whether you qualify under Express Entry, CanDream Immigration can assess your profile and help you understand your PR options.

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09/16/2026

🚨 Major Immigration Update: Newfoundland & Labrador Boosts Provincial Immigration by 54%! 🇨🇦

Newfoundland and Labrador has received approval for 1,000 additional provincial immigration spaces for 2026, creating more opportunities for skilled workers seeking Canadian permanent residence.

📊 2026 Immigration Allocation:
✅ NLPNP: 2,379 spaces
✅ Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP): 475 spaces
✅ Total Allocation: 2,854

The increase provides Newfoundland and Labrador with greater capacity to address workforce and demographic needs, with particular attention to rural communities and essential sectors such as healthcare, education, and social support services.

For skilled workers considering permanent residence in Canada, this expansion could open new opportunities through Newfoundland and Labrador’s immigration pathways.

Wondering whether Newfoundland and Labrador could be the right PR pathway for you? CanDream Immigration can assess your profile and help you understand your options.

📞 780-756-3290
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09/15/2026

🚨 Express Entry Update: Canada Invites 2,000 Canadian Experience Class Candidates! 🇨🇦

IRCC has issued 2,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the latest Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Express Entry draw, creating another opportunity for skilled workers with Canadian experience to move closer to permanent residence.

📌 Latest Draw Highlights:

📨 Invitations Issued: 2,000
🎯 Minimum CRS Score: 519
🕒 Profile Requirement: Express Entry profile created before March 26, 2026 at 12:16 a.m. UTC

So far in 2026, IRCC has issued 128,732 ITAs, with 51,250 invitations going to Canadian Experience Class candidates.

This continued focus on CEC candidates shows the importance of Canadian work experience in Canada's current immigration selection strategy.

Are you already working in Canada and wondering about your chances of getting permanent residence? Our team can assess your Express Entry profile, CRS score, and potential pathways to help you build the right strategy.

📞 780-756-3290
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09/10/2026

🚨 Important Update for Work Permit Holders in Canada! 🇨🇦📚

Canada has introduced a temporary policy that expands study options for certain foreign workers, allowing eligible work permit holders to study without a separate study permit under specific conditions.

📌 Key Highlights:
✅ Applies to eligible foreign nationals with a valid work permit
✅ Certain studies may be completed without obtaining a separate study permit
✅ Policy became effective in September 2026
✅ Temporary measure currently set to remain in place until December 31, 2027, unless changed earlier

This can be a valuable opportunity for temporary foreign workers who want to upgrade their skills, improve career prospects, and strengthen their future in Canada. 🎓💼

Because eligibility depends on your specific immigration status and study plans, it is important to confirm whether this policy applies to you before enrolling.

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09/08/2026

🚨 IRCC Processing Times Update: Some PR & Citizenship Applications Are Taking Longer 🇨🇦

IRCC released updated processing times on September 3, 2026, and several application categories have seen noticeable changes.

📈 Processing Times Increased by 1 Month
• Federal Skilled Worker Program (Express Entry)
• Spousal Sponsorship outside Canada, outside Quebec
• Search of Citizenship Records

📉 Processing Times Decreased by 1 Month
• Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP)
• Spousal Sponsorship within Canada, outside Quebec

Processing times are estimates and can vary depending on application complexity, inventory levels, and additional review requirements.

💡 Many permanent residence applicants already in Canada may also be eligible for a Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) to help maintain their status while waiting for a final decision.

If you are concerned about your application timeline or want to understand your options while waiting, CanDream Immigration can help.

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09/07/2026

🇨🇦 Happy Labor Day from CanDream Immigration Services! 👷‍♂️👩‍⚕️👨‍🍳

Today, we celebrate the hardworking people whose dedication, skills, and determination help build stronger communities and a brighter Canada.

From construction workers and healthcare professionals to tradespeople, hospitality staff, drivers, business owners, and countless others, your contribution matters every single day.

💙 Your work matters.
❤️ Your dedication inspires.
🍁 Together, we build a stronger Canada.

CanDream Immigration Services proudly recognizes and appreciates everyone working hard to create a better future for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved Labor Day!

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09/03/2026

🚨 IRCC Processing Time Update: Several Temporary Residence Wait Times Have Dropped 🇨🇦

IRCC released updated processing times on September 2, 2026, and several categories are showing shorter wait times for applicants.

📌 Key Changes:

✅ Work Permits
• Pakistan: down by 1 week
• In-Canada applications: down by 2 days
• India: up by 1 week
• Philippines: up by 2 weeks

✅ Study Permits
• India: down by 2 weeks
• In-Canada applications: up by 1 week
• Pakistan and Philippines: no major change

✅ Visitor Visas
• Canada: down by 1 day
• India: down by 1 day
• Philippines: down by 2 days
• Pakistan: up by 1 day

✅ Super Visas
• Pakistan: down by 23 days
• Philippines: down by 11 days
• Nigeria: down by 3 days
• USA: down by 7 days
• India: up by 5 days

Processing times can change regularly, so staying informed is important when planning your application.

If you need help with a work permit, study permit, visitor visa, Super Visa, or another Canadian immigration matter, CanDream Immigration can guide you through the process.

📞 (780) 756-3290
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09/02/2026

🚨 Express Entry Update: 2,000 CEC Candidates Invited for Permanent Residence! 🇨🇦

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 2,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a new Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Express Entry draw.

📅 Draw Date: September 1, 2026
📨 Invitations Issued: 2,000
🎯 Minimum CRS Score: 521

To be considered in this draw, candidates needed a minimum CRS score of 521 and an eligible Express Entry profile.

The Canadian Experience Class continues to provide an important pathway to permanent residence for skilled workers who have gained qualifying work experience in Canada.

Already working in Canada and wondering about your PR options? Let CanDream Immigration assess your profile and help you understand your next steps.

📞 (780) 756-3290
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