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June 26, 2026
June 26, 2026

Canada just held its biggest healthcare draw since february inviting 4,000 candidates

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

On June 25, 2026, Canada’s immigration department sent out 4,000 invitations to apply for permanent residence through a Healthcare and Social Services Express Entry draw. The minimum CRS score to qualify was 475, and only candidates who had created their Express Entry profile before May 21, 2026 were considered for selection.

See below details from the draw:

Draw Detail Value
Category Healthcare and Social Services Occupations (2026 – Version 3)
Date and Time June 25, 2026
Invitations Issued 4,000
Minimum CRS Score 475
Tie-Breaking Date May 21, 2026

This was the third healthcare draw of the year and the largest since the first one back in February which also sent out 4,000 invitations. This is how all three healthcare draws in 2026 compare:

Draw Date Version Invitations CRS Cutoff
February 20 Version 1 4,000 467
April 15 Version 2 3,000 430
June 25 Version 3 4,000 475

Why this draw matters more than you might think

The 475 CRS cutoff is significant because it reaches into one of the most crowded parts of the Express Entry pool. As of June 21, there were 75,938 candidates sitting between 451 and 500 CRS points with about 17,318 of them clustered specifically between 471 and 480.

The Canadian Experience Class draw held just two days earlier on June 23 had a cutoff of 516. That’s a 41-point gap. What that means practically: a nurse, pharmacist, or social worker with a CRS of 475 would have received an invitation through this healthcare draw but would have needed at least 516 to get in through CEC. For thousands of healthcare professionals who have been waiting in the pool, this draw offered a route that simply wasn’t available to them any other way.

Four draws in four days: a burst of activity after a long wait

The June 25 draw was actually the fourth in a row after IRCC went 25 days without holding a single draw. Between June 22 and June 25, a total of 9,226 invitations went out across four different categories:

Date Category Invitations CRS
June 22 Provincial Nominee Program 955 730
June 23 Canadian Experience Class 4,000 516
June 24 Physicians with Canadian Work Experience 271 223
June 25 Healthcare and Social Services 4,000 475

IRCC has now issued a total of 89,067 Express Entry invitations since January 1, 2026.

Who qualifies for the healthcare draw?

To be eligible, candidates must have at least 12 months of full-time work experience, gained in the past three years in one of 37 eligible occupations. That 12-month requirement was updated earlier in 2026 from the previous 6-month threshold. The experience can have been gained inside or outside Canada, as long as it falls within the three-year window.

Eligible occupations span a wide range, including:

Occupation NOC Code
General practitioners and family physicians 31102
Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine 31100
Specialists in surgery 31101
Dentists 31110
Optometrists 31111
Audiologists and speech-language pathologists 31112
Veterinarians 31103
Pharmacists 31120
Dietitians and nutritionists 31121
Psychologists 31200
Chiropractors 31201
Physiotherapists 31202
Occupational therapists 31203
Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating 31209
Nursing coordinators and supervisors 31300
Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses 31301
Nurse practitioners 31302
Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals 31303
Social workers 41300
Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies 41301
Social and community service workers 42201
Licensed practical nurses 32101
Paramedical occupations 32102
Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists 32103
Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians 32104
Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment 32109
Dental hygienists and dental therapists 32111
Medical laboratory technologists 32120
Medical radiation technologists 32121
Medical sonographers 32122
Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists 32123
Pharmacy technicians 32124
Other medical technologists and technicians 32129
Massage therapists 32201
Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations 33101
Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates 33102
Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants 33103

Your Canadian Dream Doesn’t Have to Wait: Let’s Make It Happen

Whether you’re a nurse, pharmacist, social worker, or any other healthcare professional looking at permanent residence in Canada, the path forward is clearer now than it’s been in months. But navigating Express Entry, understanding your CRS score, or figuring out which category gives you the best shot can be overwhelming on your own. That’s where we come in. At Ese Umoh Immigration, we help people like you take confident, informed steps toward their Canadian goals, from Express Entry and provincial nomination to work permits, postgraduate work permits, spousal sponsorship, visitor visas, super visas, citizenship applications, and school admissions. Send us an email on info@eseumohimmigration.com

June 25, 2026
June 25, 2026

Canada issues 271 invitations to Physicians in latest Express Entry Draw

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Canada, Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

Canada took another step toward welcoming more doctors into the country on June 24, 2026, when Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) sent out 271 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence through the Express Entry system. This round was specifically targeted at physicians who already have Canadian work experience.

See below details of the draw:

  • Draw Date: June 24, 2026
  • No. of invitations issued: 271
  • CRS Score: 223
  • Tie-breaking Rule: May 31, 2026

This is only the second time Canada has run a draw exclusively for physicians under this category. The first took place on February 19, 2026, when 391 invitations went out at a much lower CRS cut-off of 169. The jump to 223 in this latest round shows that more competition is building in the pool as awareness grows.

With this draw, Canada has now held a total of 33 Express Entry rounds in 2026, issuing 85,067 invitations altogether. See below breakdown of how those draws have been distributed by type:

Draw Type Number of Draws
Provincial Nominee Program 12
Canadian Experience Class 10
French-Language Proficiency 6
Physicians with Canadian Work Experience 2
Healthcare and Social Services 1
Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience 1
Trades 1

And here’s how the total ITAs issued so far in 2026 break down across those categories:

Draw Type ITAs Issued
Canadian Experience Class 41,250
French-Language Proficiency 30,500
Provincial Nominee Program 5,405
Healthcare and Social Services 4,000
Trades 3,000
Physicians with Canadian Work Experience 662
Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience 250

The pattern is clear, Canada is strongly favouring people who are already on the ground. Whether through provincial nominations or Canadian work experience, those already living and working in the country are getting the most invitations. Below is the full record of every Express Entry draw held in 2026 so far:

Date Draw Type CRS Cut-Off Score ITAs Issued
June 24 Physicians with Canadian Work Experience 223 271
June 23 Canadian Experience Class 516 4,000
June 22 Provincial Nominee Program 730 955
May 28 French-Language Proficiency 409 4,500
May 27 Canadian Experience Class 518 3,000
May 25 Provincial Nominee Program 805 334
May 11 Provincial Nominee Program 798 380
April 29 French-Language Proficiency 400 4,000
April 28 Canadian Experience Class 514 2,000
April 27 Provincial Nominee Program 795 473
April 15 French-Language Proficiency 419 4,000
April 14 Canadian Experience Class 515 2,000
April 13 Provincial Nominee Program 786 324
April 2 Trades 477 3,000
March 31 Canadian Experience Class 509 2,250
March 30 Provincial Nominee Program 802 356
March 18 French-Language Proficiency 393 4,000
March 17 Canadian Experience Class 507 4,000
March 16 Provincial Nominee Program 742 362
March 5 Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience 429 250
March 4 French-Language Proficiency 397 5,500
March 3 Canadian Experience Class 508 4,000
March 2 Provincial Nominee Program 710 264
February 20 Healthcare and Social Services 467 4,000
February 19 Physicians with Canadian Work Experience 169 391
February 17 Canadian Experience Class 508 6,000
February 16 Provincial Nominee Program 789 279
February 6 French-Language Proficiency 400 8,500
February 3 Provincial Nominee Program 749 423
January 21 Canadian Experience Class 509 6,000
January 20 Provincial Nominee Program 746 681
January 7 Canadian Experience Class 511 8,000
January 5 Provincial Nominee Program 711 574

Your Path to Canada Permanent Residence Starts Here

Whether you’re a physician, a skilled worker, a French speaker, or a provincial nominee candidate, Canada’s Express Entry system is actively moving and the window won’t stay open forever. We help clients navigate every step of the process, from Express Entry and provincial nomination to work permits, postgraduate work permits, spousal sponsorship, visitor visas, super visas, citizenship applications, and school admissions.

Book a consultation with us today and let’s figure out exactly where you stand and what your next move should be.

 

June 25, 2026
June 25, 2026

Canada’s citizenship by descent pause is affecting thousands: Are you one of them?

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Canada

Dear future neighbour,

Canada’s citizenship by descent pathway has been one of the most talked-about immigration developments in recent months. But this week, things took an unexpected turn and if you have been following this route to Canadian citizenship, you will want to pay close attention to what has just been announced.

On June 24, 2026, Immigration Minister Lena Diab publicly confirmed that Canada has placed a hold on all new citizenship by descent approvals. At the same time, the government is actively going back through the files of people who have already had their citizenship granted under the updated law.

Yes, even those who already received their certificates.

The minister did try to offer some reassurance: people whose files are reviewed and found to be in order are being notified that their status is fine. Those who already hold Canadian citizenship under the new rules are also still allowed to work while their files are being looked at. But the uncertainty this has created for thousands of applicants is very real.

What’s still unclear is what exactly triggered this review in the first place. When pressed by journalists at the press conference, whether it was an AI or analytics error, or a mistake made by an individual officer; Minister Diab did not give a direct answer. She said only that she gave instructions to investigate as soon as she became aware that something had gone wrong.

What happened leading up to this?

A bit of background helps here. On December 15, 2025, major changes to Canada’s Citizenship Act came into force. The new rules allowed people born before that date to claim Canadian citizenship without needing to meet any residency requirement as long as they could prove they descended from a Canadian citizen. It opened the door for many people who had never lived in Canada, including a significant number of Americans, to pursue Canadian citizenship.

By February and March 2026, immigration lawyers and consultants were reporting a massive surge in demand. The queue has grown to 82,000 applications as of June 24, and processing times for new applications have stretched to 15 months.

Then on June 13, things took a strange turn. Canada’s citizenship department began sending what are being called “surrender letters” to people who had already been approved and issued certificates; asking them to hand back their documents because their claim was now “under review.”

Where things stand right now

As of this week, some certificates are already being returned. People receiving revalidation letters from the government are being told that a review of their original documents is complete and there is enough evidence to support their claim. Interestingly, many of those receiving these clearance letters say they did not submit any new documents after getting the surrender letter, meaning the government reviewed what was already on file.

The citizenship department has also updated its documentation requirements. Going forward, any documents used to prove a line of descent must now come directly from the original source authority, a higher standard than what was previously accepted.

Your Citizenship Questions Deserve Real Answers

This situation is still developing, and it highlights just how complicated Canadian citizenship and immigration processes can get, even when you think everything has been approved. Whether you are in the middle of a citizenship by descent application, wondering if your approved certificate is at risk, or simply trying to understand what your options are, you do not have to figure this out alone. Our team is here to help you navigate the process clearly and confidently. We assist with citizenship applications, Express Entry, provincial nomination, work permits, postgraduate work permits, spousal sponsorship, visitor visas, super visas, school admissions, and more. Book a consultation today at and let’s work through your situation together.

 

 

June 24, 2026
June 24, 2026

Quebec opens 15,700 Family Sponsorship spots starting July 2, 2026

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Canada

Dear future neighbour,

Families with loved ones hoping to settle in Quebec finally have a date to look forward to. Starting July 2, 2026, Quebec will begin accepting new applications for family sponsorship undertakings and this time, there’s an important change that many families will welcome.

Adult dependent children (those 18 and older) will no longer count toward the application cap. That’s a significant shift from the previous intake period, which grouped them in with spouses and made it harder for families to reunite.

So what are the new limits?

Over the next two years, Quebec’s immigration department – the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI) – will accept a combined total of 15,700 sponsorship undertaking applications, broken down as follows:

Category Application Cap
Spouses 13,300
Parents or Grandparents 2,400
Total 15,700

Dependent children, orphaned minors, and children being adopted are not subject to any cap at all. The same applies to dependents being added to an existing application where the primary family member is already covered by an undertaking.

It’s worth noting that once the cap is reached, any applications submitted beyond that limit will be returned unprocessed and fees will be refunded. So timing matters here.

For context, Quebec introduced this cap system back in June 2024. That first intake period was set to run until June 25, 2026, but it filled up far sooner than expected; spouses and adult dependent children hit the ceiling by July 9, 2025, and the parents and grandparents cap followed shortly after on July 22, 2025. This new intake is essentially the next chapter.

One thing that’s unique about Quebec is that family sponsorship there works a little differently than in the rest of Canada. A family member who plans to settle in Quebec must first receive a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) from the MIFI before they can move forward with a permanent residence application federally. That extra step means timing and preparation matter even more.

For sponsorship purposes, a dependent child is defined as someone under 22 who is not married or in a common-law relationship. Spouses can be legally married, common-law partners, or conjugal partners.

The MIFI has also confirmed that when the new intake opens, older pending applications will be given priority.

Take the First Step Toward Your New Life Together in Canada

Whether you’re looking to sponsor a spouse, bring your parents or grandparents to Canada, or finally get your adult children on a path to permanent residence, the window opening on July 2nd is one you don’t want to miss; and you don’t want to go in unprepared. Our team is here to guide you through every step, from spousal sponsorship and family reunification to express entry, work permits, visitor visas, super visas, provincial nominations, citizenship applications, and more. Book a consultation today and let’s put together a plan that works for your family.

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June 24, 2026
June 24, 2026

Canada issued 4,000 Express Entry invitations in latest Canadian Experience Class draw

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Canada, Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

On June 23, 2026, IRCC held a new Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw and sent out 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. The minimum CRS score required was 516 which was down 2 points from the previous CEC draw in May. Simple numbers on the surface, but the story behind them matters a lot if you’ve been waiting in the pool.

This is the largest CEC draw since March 2026, and it’s the first time this year that both the draw size increased and the cutoff dropped at the same time. For candidates who’ve been watching the numbers move in the wrong direction all year, that’s genuinely good news.

See below full details of draw:

Draw Detail Value
Program Canadian Experience Class
Draw Date June 23, 2026
Number of Invitations Issued 4,000
CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate 516
Rank Required 4,000 or above
Tie-Breaking Rule April 14, 2026

Quick note on the tie-breaking rule: if your CRS was exactly 516, you only received an invitation if your profile was submitted before April 14, 2026 at 00:03:10 UTC. Anyone at 516 who submitted after that date was not selected. The fact that this date goes back over two months tells us just how crowded that score band is right now.

How did we get here?

IRCC started 2026 issuing 8,000 CEC invitations per draw. By April, that had been cut down to 2,000, and the CRS cutoff climbed steadily from 511 all the way to 518 in May. The June 23 draw, with 4,000 invitations and a cutoff of 516 is the clearest sign yet that IRCC is reversing that trend.

See below every CEC draw held in 2026:

Draw Round Date Invitations CRS Cutoff
420 June 23, 2026 4,000 516
417 May 27, 2026 3,000 518
413 April 28, 2026 2,000 514
410 April 14, 2026 2,000 515
407 March 31, 2026 2,250 509
404 March 17, 2026 4,000 507
400 March 3, 2026 4,000 508
396 February 17, 2026 6,000 508
392 January 21, 2026 6,000 509
390 January 7, 2026 8,000 511

The pattern speaks for itself; smaller draws push the cutoff up, larger draws bring it down. This draw also came just one day after IRCC issued 955 PNP invitations on June 22, restoring the back-to-back draw pattern that had been missing for weeks.

What this means depending on your score

If you’re at 516 or above, you were in range. Get your documents ready and don’t delay your application.

If you’re between 510 and 515, you’re closer than you’ve been in months. If IRCC keeps draws at 4,000+, the cutoff could ease toward 512–514 over the next few rounds.

If you’re between 500 and 509, CEC draws aren’t reaching you yet. A language retest, adding a spouse’s scores, or completing a Canadian credential could add 20–50 points to your CRS.

If you’re below 500, French-language category draws (cutoffs as low as 393 in 2026) and provincial nominations (which add 600 CRS points) are your strongest pathways right now.

The next CEC draw is expected around the week of July 6–7, 2026, based on the usual biweekly schedule; though IRCC hasn’t confirmed a date. A French-language or occupation-based category draw could also appear within the next few days if the cluster pattern holds.

Your Next Step Toward Canada Starts Here

Whether you’re in the Express Entry pool, working on boosting your CRS, or just figuring out where to start; we’re here to help you build the right strategy. From Express Entry and provincial nominations to work permits, spousal sponsorship, visitor visas, super visas, and more, our team covers every path to Canada. Book your consultation today and let’s plan out your next move.

June 24, 2026
June 24, 2026

Canada changed its Study Permit rules: What every International Student needs to know

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Study Visa

Dear future neighbour,

On June 18, 2026, IRCC updated its internal compliance guidelines for study permit holders. No big announcement, no press release, just a quiet but significant policy shift that is already in effect for all international students in Canada.

If you’re studying here, planning to, or helping someone who is, this affects you.

The core of what changed comes down to four things: school transfers, program changes, your official graduation date, and working during a leave. This is what you need to understand.

Switching schools is no longer a simple process

Since November 8, 2024, any student whose study permit names a specific school must apply for a brand new study permit before transferring to a different institution. The old online feature that let students update their DLI through their IRCC account was removed in November 2024, it no longer exists.

What the June 18, 2026 update makes crystal clear is the consequence of ignoring this: if you transferred schools without first getting a new permit, your original study permit is now invalid. You would be considered to be studying without authorization which is a serious compliance breach.

Before June 18, 2026 After June 18, 2026
No clear section explaining the consequence of an unauthorized school transfer Transferring without a new study permit application renders your existing permit invalid
Online DLI update tool previously available Tool removed since November 2024; formal application now required

Students with older permits issued before November 2024 that don’t name a specific school are in a slightly different position. Officers reviewing those cases are instructed to check whether the permit conditions actually prohibited a transfer before making any non-compliance finding. Still, those students should apply for a new permit when changing schools and must do so before their current permit expires.

Changing programs at the same school has new limits

Previously, switching programs within the same institution was generally fine as long as your permit conditions didn’t say otherwise. The June update adds four words that change everything: “at the same level of study.”

Moving from a diploma to a degree, or from an undergraduate to a graduate program; even at the same school, may now require a new study permit. This matters especially for students building toward a Post-Graduation Work Permit, since PGWP eligibility and duration are tied to the credential level you actually complete.

If you’ve already made a level change at your current school without applying for a new permit, check your compliance status now.

Your graduation date is now officially defined

This one catches a lot of students off guard. Many assume their completion date is their last exam or their convocation ceremony. Under the updated rules, your studies are officially complete on the date your school first notifies you in writing, whichever of these comes first:

Document What Counts
Completion Letter Date on the letter from your DLI confirming program completion
Final Transcript Date on the transcript showing all requirements met
Degree or Diploma Date stated on the credential itself

This matters because your 180-day PGWP application window starts from that date. If that document arrived earlier than you realised, your window may already be counting down.

No work during a leave – No Exceptions

IRCC has simplified and tightened the rules around working during a study leave into one clear statement: if you are not attending classes full-time, you cannot work. On-campus, off-campus, or co-op placement; none of it is permitted during any leave from studies, including leaves caused by a school closure.

On a more protective note, the update also confirms that students caught in a school closure are considered to be in compliance during the 150-day transition window while they arrange their next steps. This is a welcome clarification given the number of private DLIs that have recently lost their designation across Canada.

This is a quick summary of all the major changes

Change What It Means
Unauthorized school transfers Your permit becomes invalid if you transfer without applying for a new one first
Program level changes at the same DLI Switching credential levels may now require a new study permit
Official completion date Starts from the first written notification from your school, not your exam or graduation ceremony
Working during a leave No work of any kind permitted during a leave, including co-op placements
School closure compliance Students are explicitly in compliance during the 150-day transition window
Three guidance sections removed Change of Status, C42 spouse work permits, and children-of-student guidance deleted from the compliance page; seek professional advice if these apply to you

Don’t leave your Study Permit Status to chance

These changes are already in effect, and the consequences of getting it wrong are too serious to ignore either by an invalidated permit, unauthorized study status or lost PGWP eligibility. If you’re unsure whether a school transfer, program change, or upcoming graduation affects your compliance, now is the time to get clarity.

At Ese Umoh Immigration, we work with international students at every stage: from study permits and postgraduate work permits to Express Entry, provincial nomination, spousal sponsorship, visitor and super visas, citizenship applications, and school admissions. Let’s make sure your Canadian journey stays on track.

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June 23, 2026
June 23, 2026

Canada issues 955 invitations in first Express Entry Draw of June 2026

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

After a quiet stretch with no draws since late May, Canada’s Express Entry system came back to life on June 22, 2026. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the first Express Entry draw of the month and it was specifically targeted at Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates.

See below details of latest Express Entry draw:

  • Program: Provincial Nominee Program
  • Date of Draw: June 22, 2026
  • Number of invitations: 955
  • CRS Score: 730
  • Tie-breaking Rule : March 9, 2026

This marks the 31st Express Entry draw of 2026 overall.

One thing worth noting is the pattern IRCC has been following this year. The draws have largely focused on people already connected to Canada in some way whether through a provincial nomination or Canadian work experience. If you’ve been watching the draws closely, that trend has been pretty consistent throughout 2026.

See below a full breakdown of every Express Entry draw held so far this year:

Date Draw Type CRS Cut-off Score ITAs Issued
June 22 Provincial Nominee Program 730 955
May 28 French-Language Proficiency 409 4,500
May 27 Canadian Experience Class 518 3,000
May 25 Provincial Nominee Program 805 334
May 11 Provincial Nominee Program 798 380
April 29 French-Language Proficiency 400 4,000
April 28 Canadian Experience Class 514 2,000
April 27 Provincial Nominee Program 795 473
April 15 French-Language Proficiency 419 4,000
April 14 Canadian Experience Class 515 2,000
April 13 Provincial Nominee Program 786 324
April 2 Trades 477 3,000
March 31 Canadian Experience Class 509 2,250
March 30 Provincial Nominee Program 802 356
March 18 French-Language Proficiency 393 4,000
March 17 Canadian Experience Class 507 4,000
March 16 Provincial Nominee Program 742 362
March 5 Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience 429 250
March 4 French-Language Proficiency 397 5,500
March 3 Canadian Experience Class 508 4,000
March 2 Provincial Nominee Program 710 264
February 20 Healthcare and Social Services 467 4,000
February 19 Physicians with Canadian Work Experience 169 391
February 17 Canadian Experience Class 508 6,000
February 16 Provincial Nominee Program 789 279
February 6 French-Language Proficiency 400 8,500
February 3 Provincial Nominee Program 749 423
January 21 Canadian Experience Class 509 6,000
January 20 Provincial Nominee Program 746 681
January 7 Canadian Experience Class 511 8,000
January 5 Provincial Nominee Program 711 574

Looking at the numbers by draw type, this is how 2026 has shaped up so far:

Draw Type Number of Draws
Provincial Nominee Program 12
Canadian Experience Class 9
French-Language Proficiency 6
Physicians with Canadian Work Experience 1
Healthcare and Social Services 1
Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience 1
Trades 1

And in terms of total ITAs issued per category, this is where things stand:

Draw Type ITAs Issued
Canadian Experience Class 37,250
French-Language Proficiency 30,500
Provincial Nominee Program 5,405
Healthcare and Social Services 4,000
Trades 3,000
Physicians with Canadian Work Experience 391
Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience 250

Across all 31 draws, IRCC has issued a total of 80,796 invitations in 2026. The Canadian Experience Class leads the way, followed closely by the French-language category. Provincial nominees have had the highest number of dedicated draws, 12 in total, which tells you something about where Canada’s immigration priorities are sitting right now.

What does all of this mean for you? If you hold a provincial nomination, your chances through Express Entry remain strong. The CRS score for PNP draws can vary quite a bit as this latest one sat at 730, while some earlier ones went as high as 805. Getting your profile in the best shape possible matters.

Your Canadian Dream Doesn’t Have to Wait

Whether you’re aiming for Express Entry, a provincial nomination, or exploring other routes like work permits, spousal sponsorship, or a super visa for a family member, the right guidance can make all the difference. Our team works with clients across a range of immigration needs – from school admissions and postgraduate work permits to citizenship applications and visiting visas. Book a consultation today and let’s figure out the best route for your situation.

June 23, 2026
June 23, 2026

PEI issues 182 invitations in June 2026: Its largest draw of the year

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

Prince Edward Island is making a bold statement about its immigration goals. On June 18, 2026, PEI quietly broke its own record for the year, sending out 182 invitations in a single draw to candidates hoping to secure a provincial nomination.

The invitations went out through two pathways:

  • The Labour Impact category and
  • The PEI Express Entry stream

Both focus on people already living and working in the province, particularly in occupations and sectors that PEI’s economy needs most. International graduates from three specific post-secondary institutions were also given priority consideration:

  1. The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI)
  2. Holland College
  3. Collège de l’Île

See below how this draw compares to all the ones that have taken place in 2026 so far:

Draw Date Invitations Issued Categories Targeted
January 15, 2026 26 Labour Impact and PEI Express Entry
February 19, 2026 109 Labour Impact and PEI Express Entry
March 20, 2026 101 Labour Impact and PEI Express Entry
April 16, 2026 127 Labour Impact and PEI Express Entry
May 21, 2026 113 Labour Impact and PEI Express Entry
June 18, 2026 182 Labour Impact and PEI Express Entry

The upward trend is hard to miss. From just 26 invitations in January to 182 in June, the province has clearly been ramping things up. As of the June 18 draw, PEI has now issued a total of 658 invitations to apply since the start of this year.

What does the Labour Impact category actually cover?

The Labour Impact category has three streams under it:

  1. The Skilled Worker Stream
  2. The Critical Worker Stream
  3. the International Graduate Stream

Each targets a slightly different type of candidate, but they all tie back to the same goal which is filling gaps in PEI’s labour market with people who are already contributing to the local economy.

When is the next draw happening?

PEI has already published its anticipated draw schedule for the rest of the year. Six more draws are planned, roughly one each month:

  • July 16
  • August 20
  • September 17
  • October 15
  • November 19
  • December 17

It’s worth noting that these dates are tentative as the province can hold draws earlier, later, or even schedule additional ones outside of this timetable. That said, PEI has been fairly consistent with sticking to its schedule. In 2025, eight out of eleven draws fell on the announced dates, and this year, five of the six draws so far have followed the plan.

How can you get considered for an invitation?

To be in the running, you first need to create a profile on PEI’s official immigration website and submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). From there, the province’s Office of Immigration reviews each profile and ranks candidates based on a points system that looks at several things:

  • Your English or French language skills
  • Your educational background and field of study
  • Your work experience: especially if it ties into industries or roles PEI is prioritizing
  • How well your profile aligns with the province’s current labour market goals
  • Whether you hold a valid job offer in PEI or have prior work experience in Canada

Candidates with stronger profiles and clearer ties to PEI’s economic needs tend to have a better shot at receiving an invitation. And if you do get selected, you’ll have 30 calendar days to submit your full application which is down from the previous 60-day window, so having your documents ready in advance is important.

Once nominated by PEI, you can apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for permanent residence.

Your Path to Canada Could Be Closer Than You Think: Let’s Figure It Out Together

Whether you’re eyeing Prince Edward Island’s Provincial Nominee Program or exploring other routes like Express Entry, work permits, postgraduate work permits, spousal sponsorship, visitor visas, super visas, citizenship applications, or school admissions – the right guidance can make all the difference. Our team is here to help you understand your options, assess your eligibility, and take the next step with confidence. Book your consultation today

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June 22, 2026
June 22, 2026

Manitoba issues 124 invitations in latest Provincial Nomination Draw

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

Manitoba has been quietly but consistently making moves in 2026, and the latest one is worth your attention.

On June 18, 2026, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) wrapped up its 12th immigration draw of the year, sending out 124 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to skilled workers both inside the province and overseas. Every single draw Manitoba has held this year has gone through the Skilled Worker Stream and this latest one is no exception.

So who exactly got invited? Candidates who had been directly contacted by Manitoba through a strategic recruitment initiative, or those who held Manitoba-supported work permits. In other words, this wasn’t a general open draw. Manitoba was deliberately picking people it had already been in contact with.

See below the breakdown of invitations by recruitment category:

Strategic Recruitment Initiative LAAs Issued
Employer Services 49
Temporary Public Policy (TPP) 32
Regional Communities 19
Francophone Community 15
Ethnocultural Communities 9

Employer Services took the largest share by nearly 40% of all invitations, showing that having an actual employer connection in Manitoba continues to be a serious advantage. Out of the 124 LAAs issued, 22 went to candidates who also had a valid Express Entry profile, meaning those individuals could potentially benefit from both the provincial and federal immigration systems working in their favour.

One thing to note: the Temporary Public Policy (TPP) that used to help certain candidates secure Manitoba-supported work permits has now expired. However, Manitoba announced back in May that it would still run targeted draws for people who received Support Letters under the TPP while it was active, specifically those whose letters were approved between April 22 and June 30, 2025. This June draw was part of that commitment.

It’s also worth knowing that some candidates who met the criteria may still not have received an invitation. The MPNP flagged two common reasons this happens: either a language test ID was missing, expired, or invalid in the Expression of Interest profile, or the invitation number from a recruitment initiative wasn’t entered correctly. These are fixable issues but only if you catch them before the next draw.

As of June 18, Manitoba has now extended a total of 1,833 invitations to apply this year. For context, the federal government granted the province a 2026 nomination allocation of 6,239, and 2,165 nominations have already been approved as of May.

There are also two recent changes worth flagging. The Career Employment Pathway (CEP) under the International Education Stream was permanently closed on June 11, 2026. Anyone who was pursuing that route and has at least six months of Manitoba work experience is being encouraged to transition to the Skilled Worker in Manitoba pathway instead. Additionally, since April 14, Manitoba introduced temporary measures allowing rural employers (outside the Winnipeg area) to hire a higher percentage of low-wage temporary foreign workers by up to 15% instead of the usual 10%. These measures run until March 31, 2027.

Manitoba isn’t slowing down, and the door hasn’t closed. But the program is clearly becoming more targeted, which means your preparation and profile accuracy matter more than ever.

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June 22, 2026
June 22, 2026

British Columbia invites high earners and high scorers in its latest PNP draw

Author By EUIC Admin Categories Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

British Columbia is still making moves. On June 18, 2026, the province’s Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) wrapped up its 13th selection round of the year, and this one was specifically targeted at what the province calls “high economic impact” candidates. A total of 279 people received invitations to apply for provincial nomination through the Skills Immigration (SI) category, making it the seventh SI draw British Columbia has conducted so far in 2026.

So who exactly got invited, and what does this draw mean for you?

Two types of candidates qualified for invitations in this round. The first group had a job offer in a TEER 0 to 3 occupation with an offered wage of at least $62 per hour (roughly $125,000 per year). The second group was selected based on their registration score, with a minimum score of 136 required to receive an invitation.

See below breakdown of draw details:

Selection Criteria Invitations Issued Minimum Score
Wage/salary + job offer TEER 0–3 job offer with an offered wage of at least $62/hour (≈ $125,000/year) N/A
Registration score Minimum point total 136

The majority of invitations which was about 53.4%, went to candidates selected by registration score rather than wage. Both categories fall under British Columbia’s “Innovate” initiative, which is the province’s way of targeting top talent across all sectors to fuel long-term economic growth. Interestingly, BC did not disclose the specific occupations or sectors of those invited in this particular draw.

One thing worth noting: this was actually the smallest SI draw the province has run all year. For context, the largest draw of 2026 took place back on April 22, when 484 candidates were invited under the same selection criteria. As of June 18, British Columbia had issued a total of 2,764 SI invitations in 2026.

It’s also good to know that high economic impact invitations aren’t always tied only to wage or registration score. Future draws could factor in things like your education level and field of study, professional designations in the province, work experience, language ability, your specific occupation, where in BC you plan to live, or broader strategic priorities tied to the province’s labour market needs.

Now let’s talk about the registration pool, because this is where it gets really useful if you’re planning ahead. As of June 2, 2026 (the most recently available data), there were 9,902 active registrations in the BCPNP Skills Immigration pool. Here’s how scores were distributed:

Score Range Number of Registrations
0 – 59 221
60 – 69 427
70 – 79 858
80 – 89 1,388
90 – 99 1,829
100 – 109 2,039
110 – 119 1,532
120 – 129 1,128
130 – 139 430
140 – 149 44
150+ 6

The biggest cluster of candidates sits in the 100–109 score range, accounting for about 20.6% of the entire pool. If your score is currently in that range, you can see just how competitive things are and why working to push your score higher could make a real difference in when you get noticed.

Beyond Skills Immigration, British Columbia has also been active on the entrepreneurship side, running six Entrepreneur Immigration selection rounds this year and inviting at least 54 entrepreneurs so far.

 

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