IRCC Rescinds the C20 'Already Employed Abroad' Rule: Reciprocal Work Permits Are Open to New Hires Again
IRCC's C20 guidance was republished on August 6, 2026 without the July 29 rule requiring existing employment abroad. What it means for applicants now.
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August 26, 2026: IRCC Opens a New 2,970-Spot Year for the Francophone Student Pilot
IRCC will accept up to 2,970 FMCSP study permit applications from August 26, 2026. Who qualifies, what you need, and the PR path.
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Ontario Court of Appeal Upholds 'At Any Time' Termination Clauses: What Baker v. Van Dolder Means for Your Severance
Baker v. Van Dolder, 2026 ONCA 568 confirms 'at any time / for any reason' termination clauses can stand. What Ontario workers should check before signing.
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Ontario Ends Social Assistance for Temporary Residents: What It Means for Workers, Students, and Refugees
Ontario changed Ontario Works and ODSP rules on August 13, 2026. Here's who is ineligible and how temporary residents and refugees are affected.
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IRCC August 2026 Processing Times: FSWP Now 6 Months — What Express Entry and PNP Applicants Should Know
IRCC’s August 10 update cut Federal Skilled Worker processing to 6 months, matching CEC. Base PNP rose to 13 months. Inventory is shrinking for key economic streams.
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Proof of Canadian Citizenship Wait Hits 25 Months: What the August 2026 Surge Means for You
IRCC’s proof of citizenship processing time has reached 25 months with over 121,000 applications queued. Here’s what changed and how applicants should plan.
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Hong Kong Permanent Residence Pathways Close August 31, 2026: Who Still Qualifies
The temporary public policy pathways for eligible Hong Kong residents in Canada close to new applications on August 31, 2026. Key rules for Stream A graduates and Stream B workers.
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IRCC Opens Public Consultation on 2027 Express Entry Category Priorities: What It Means for Candidates
IRCC is seeking input until September 1, 2026 on economic priorities for Express Entry category-based selection in 2027. Learn what is under consideration and how to participate.
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Express Entry’s First 2026 Transport Occupations Draw: 300 ITAs at CRS 470
IRCC issued 300 invitations in the first Transport Occupations category draw of 2026 on August 7 at a CRS cutoff of 470. Official results, eligible NOCs, and next steps.
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Express Entry French-Language Draw August 6, 2026: 5,000 ITAs at Record-Low CRS 391
IRCC invited 5,000 French-proficient candidates on August 6 at CRS 391—the lowest French cutoff of 2026. Official results and what it means for you.
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