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Parliamentary Testimony on Immigration Security Screening – April 2026

In April 2026, Adam appeared before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration to testify on Canada’s immigration security screening system. Drawing on his paper published by the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, Fixing a Broken System: Canada’s Immigration Security Screening, Adam argued that the fragmented multi-agency model dividing screening responsibilities among IRCC, CBSA, CSIS, and the RCMP is structurally incapable of producing consistent security outcomes. His testimony proposed four concrete reforms: the creation of an Immigration Security Coordination Centre with a unified real-time database and single-point accountability; a continuous vetting regime for applicants throughout the immigration lifecycle; modernization of

April 23, 2026

Refugee Claim

When a Mistake by Your Immigration Representative Kills Your Application: A Recent Federal Court Ruling

You hired an immigration consultant or lawyer to handle your file because the process is complex and the stakes are high. Then you find out your application was rejected, and not because of anything you did wrong. Your representative made a mistake, and now your path to permanent residence is in jeopardy. A recent Federal Court decision, Green v Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2026 FC 315, confirms that there is a remedy available to you, even when the mistake might seem small. What happened in Green The applicant was an Israeli national living and working in Edmonton. Alberta selected him as a

April 23, 2026

Refugee Claim

Refugee Appeals in Canada: What to Expect, How Long It May Take, and Why Health Coverage Is in the Spotlight

If you received a negative refugee decision from the Refugee Protection Division (RPD), the next steps can feel urgent and confusing. Many people ask the same questions right away: Can I appeal? How fast do I need to act? Will I be removed? What happens to my health coverage? Two developments are shaping this conversation heading into 2026: The Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) has set performance targets for appeals, including a goal to finalize most refugee appeals within a set timeframe. There is growing public and political attention on Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) coverage for people whose claims

April 9, 2026

Immigration Canada

Update on Inadmissibility in Canada: What Bill C-12 Could Change

“Inadmissibility” is one of the fastest ways an immigration plan can derail. It is the legal basis for refusing a visa, cancelling a permit, or denying entry at the border. In practice, people run into inadmissibility issues for reasons like misrepresentation, criminality, security concerns, or medical grounds, sometimes without realizing they are at risk until a decision lands in their inbox. Heading into 2026, inadmissibility is getting extra attention for two reasons: Bill C-12 (Strong Borders Act) proposes broader tools for the government to cancel, suspend, or change immigration documents, and to pause or stop accepting certain applications when it

March 27, 2026

Immigration Canada

2026 Asylum Update Canada: New Ineligibility Rules, Backlogs, and Removal Deferrals

Refugee and asylum policy in Canada is moving quickly, and 2026 is already showing a shift in how claims are screened, processed, and enforced. There are four developments that are shaping the landscape right now: a sharp drop in claims in early 2026, new ineligibility rules under the Strong Borders Act (Bill C-12), a large backlog at the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB), and a temporary pause on removals to Israel and Lebanon. Below is a practical overview of what changed, who may be affected, and what to do if you are unsure where you stand. 1) Claims are down,

March 24, 2026

Immigration Canada

Canadian Permanent Residence: Key Benefits, Real Limitations, and How to Protect Your Status

Canadian permanent residence (PR) is one of the most valuable immigration outcomes in the world. It gives you the right to live in Canada long term, work for most employers, and access many public services. For many people, PR is the foundation for building a stable life and eventually applying for citizenship. But PR is not the same as citizenship, and the differences matter. PR comes with ongoing obligations, document renewal issues, and legal vulnerabilities that can surprise people years after they land. If you understand both the benefits and the limitations early, you can make better decisions about travel,

February 28, 2026

Immigration Canada

Canada Prioritizes Top Talent in 2026 Express Entry Categories

What the New IRCC Focus Means for You On February 18, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced its 2026 Express Entry categories, signalling a sharper “talent-first” approach to permanent residence selection. The message is clear: Canada wants to stabilize immigration at sustainable levels while still bringing in the people who can fill real gaps in the economy, strengthen essential services, and support national priorities. This matters because Express Entry is not just another program. It is Canada’s flagship system for permanent economic immigration, covering the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, the Canadian Experience Class, and

February 19, 2026

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Immigration Canada

Judicial Review When IRCC “Returns” Your Immigration Application

If you’ve ever had an application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) returned without being processed, you know the feeling: weeks or months of prep work, fees paid, and then… back to square one with a brief note that your package was “incomplete.” These returns can derail plans, affect status, and, in competitive or capped programs, knock you out entirely. Here’s the good news: a return isn’t always the end of the road. In the right circumstances, you can ask the Federal Court of Canada to review IRCC’s decision to return your file. Below, we unpack when judicial review

January 28, 2026

Immigration Canada

Bill C-3 Is Now in Force, What the End of the First-Generation Limit Means for Canadian Citizenship by Descent

As of December 15, 2025, Canada’s first-generation limit on citizenship by descent is gone. With Bill C-3 now in force, many people who once fell outside the old rules may already be Canadian citizens—and not know it. Others born or adopted on or after December 15, 2025 can still acquire citizenship by descent, but only if they meet a new “substantial connection” requirement tied to their parent’s prior time in Canada. This article breaks down what changed, who benefits, what evidence you’ll need, and practical steps to confirm or document your status—all from the vantage point of a Canadian immigration

January 10, 2026

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What the 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan Means for Applicants and Employers

Canada’s new three-year Immigration Levels Plan (2026–2028) signals a clear reset: stabilize volumes, prioritize economic impact, and create more predictable pathways for people who are already here and contributing. Below, we translate the targets and one-time measures into plain-English implications—and concrete steps—for applicants, HR teams, recruiters, and business owners. The headline shifts at a glance Permanent residency (PR) steadies at 380,000 per year from 2026 through 2028, with a larger share (up to 64%) reserved for economic pathways like Express Entry and the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Temporary resident arrivals (workers + students) trend down to 385,000 in 2026, then

December 21, 2025

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