Applied for PR Through a PNP? You May Be Able to Keep Working on a Bridging Open Work Permit
Nominated and waiting on PR? A Bridging Open Work Permit can keep you working while IRCC decides. Who qualifies in June 2026 and how to apply.
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Proof of Funds for a Canadian Study Permit in 2026: How Much You Need to Show
Canada raised the study permit cost-of-living requirement to $22,895 for a single applicant. Here's what counts as proof of funds and how the number is set.
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The Disability Tax Credit: Ontario's Gateway to Refunds — and the New Canada Disability Benefit
The Disability Tax Credit can mean years of tax refunds and unlocks the new Canada Disability Benefit. Here's who qualifies and how to apply with Form T2201.
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OHIP for Newcomers in 2026: There's No Longer a 3-Month Wait
Ontario's old 3-month OHIP waiting period is gone. Here's how newcomers get health coverage on day one, who qualifies, and how to bridge the card gap.
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IRCC Is Reviewing a Glitch in French-Language Draw #418: What Affected Candidates Should Know
IRCC says a technical error in Express Entry French draw #418 skipped some eligible candidates. Here's what happened and what to do while the review continues.
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Ontario's 2026 Rent Increase Guideline: What Tenants and Landlords Should Know
The 2026 rent increase guideline is 2.1% — the lowest cap in four years. Here's how much your rent can legally go up, the 90-day notice rule, and the exceptions.
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Proof of Canadian Citizenship Now Takes 15 Months: What Bill C-3 Families Should Know
The wait for a Canadian citizenship certificate has jumped to about 15 months as Bill C-3 opens citizenship by descent. Here's what that means for you.
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Security Deposits vs. Last Month's Rent: What a Landlord Can Legally Collect in Ontario
Security and damage deposits are illegal in Ontario. Here's what a landlord can actually charge in 2026 — and how to get an illegal deposit back.
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What to Do After an IRCC Refusal: Reconsideration, Reapply or Judicial Review
Refused by IRCC? Learn when to request reconsideration, when to reapply, and when Federal Court judicial review may be the stronger option.
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Express Entry Proof of Funds in 2026: How Much You Need and Who's Exempt
IRCC has updated the Express Entry settlement-fund table for 2026. Here's how much money you need by family size, who's exempt, and how to avoid a refusal.
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