Canada immigration news
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CanadaRules changed
Canada's Express Entry points shake-up: high-wage job offers count from 3 November 2026, with no labour market test
From 3 November 2026, Express Entry, the system used to pick skilled workers for permanent residence, will give points for a qualifying job offer in a
Week of 12 October 2026Photo: mwangi gatheca
CanadaRules changed
Working in Canada now lets you study too: short courses allowed without a study permit
A temporary policy started on 4 September 2026. It lets people who hold a valid work permit study for 6 months or less, or until their work permit ends
Week of 7 September 2026Photo: mwangi gatheca
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