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Canada's 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan: What It Means If You're Already Here

Because while the headline number says 380,000, the real story of 2027 is about the people already in Canada.

Policy Updates

Is there anything working in Canadian immigration?

Manitoba does have a good story, even though some questions persist.

From the Editor

Tim Fisher on moving from the US to Canada

Because most of the stories we hear are from folks who moved the other way.

From the Editor

How Manitoba Filled Its Hospitals From 12,000 Kilometres Away

Not everyone is celebrating though.

Analysis

Should permanent residents be allowed to vote in the referendum?

Donald Anderson makes a great argument for why with examples.

From the Editor

Surranna Sandy on if newcomers see a future in Canada

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From the Editor

What CELPIP score do you need for PR?

Plus Nishant answers if you need to change your exam centre after four attempts.

From the Editor

Ciro Muiruri on the story that brought her daughter home

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From the Editor

Express Entry’s New High-Wage Occupations: What’s Different and What You Should Do

From November 3, 2026, Express Entry will give CRS points for job offers again, but only for high-wage occupations. You won't need an LMIA for your job offer to count.

Policy Updates

Canada's 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan: What It Means If You're Already Here

Is there anything working in Canadian immigration?

Tim Fisher on moving from the US to Canada

How Manitoba Filled Its Hospitals From 12,000 Kilometres Away

Should permanent residents be allowed to vote in the referendum?

Surranna Sandy on if newcomers see a future in Canada

What CELPIP score do you need for PR?

Ciro Muiruri on the story that brought her daughter home

Express Entry’s New High-Wage Occupations: What’s Different and What You Should Do

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