Immigration, visa, and policy news relevant to India nationals in Canada. Each story is summarized from multiple sources and rewritten in neutral tone.
In January 2026, U.S. citizens submitted the largest number of applications for Canadian citizenship by descent, significantly outpacing applicants from the United Kingdom. This increase follows the implementation of a new law facilitating such applications.
The International Cricket Council is investigating allegations of corruption related to Canada's T20 World Cup match against New Zealand. The inquiry focuses on the country's cricket administration.
Canada's citizenship week runs from April 12 to April 18. This year, it includes Americans who were granted Canadian citizenship under new rules recognizing individuals born abroad with a Canadian ancestor, effective for births and adoptions prior to December 15.
Canada's Express Entry pool increased by over 2,100 profiles from March 15 to April 12. This growth occurred despite the issuance of nearly 14,000 Invitations to Apply during the same period, particularly in the 451–480 Comprehensive Ranking System score range, which saw an increase of 1,581 profiles.
In 2021, Canada extended citizenship to children born outside the country to Canadian parents. This move contrasts with an executive order signed by former President Donald Trump, which aimed to eliminate birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to temporary residents and undocumented immigrants.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 4,000 invitations to apply (ITA) for the Express Entry system in a recent draw for candidates with French-language proficiency. Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 419 to be considered.
Thousands of Americans with Canadian ancestry are applying for proof of Canadian citizenship following the recent changes in Canada's citizenship law. Many of these applicants do not intend to relocate to Canada after obtaining their citizenship.
Health workers and rights advocates in Canada call for the government to rescind planned cuts to the refugee healthcare scheme. The changes, which include co-payments, are set to take effect on May 1.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 2,000 invitations to apply (ITA) in the latest Express Entry draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. The cut-off score for this draw reached a new high in 2026.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 324 invitations to apply for permanent residence through the Express Entry system for Provincial Nominee Program candidates. Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 786 to be considered in this draw.
Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau were seen together at Coachella, sharing moments and photos on social media. The event has sparked discussions about her potential path to Canadian citizenship.
Nova Scotia and Quebec implement a new temporary public policy to allow rural employers to retain or increase their proportion of low-wage temporary foreign workers. This policy targets areas outside census metropolitan areas as defined by Statistics Canada.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated processing times for economic immigration and citizenship applications on April 7, 2026. The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) processing time decreased to six months from seven months, and citizenship grants reduced to 12 months from 13 months.
A new Canadian law allows individuals born prior to December 15, 2025, to inherit citizenship without a generational limit. This change may enable one in four New England residents to qualify for Canadian citizenship and obtain a Canadian passport.
Starting April 10, the Canadian federal government will stop processing low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) in Vancouver, Winnipeg, and Halifax, among other regions. Other areas, such as Lethbridge and Kamloops, will continue to be eligible for LMIA processing until further updates.
The Canadian government proposes changes to the Express Entry system that prioritize higher earnings and job offers over Canadian work experience for permanent residence selection. Further details on the reforms are expected to be released.
A new Canadian citizenship law removes the generational limit for citizenship by descent, allowing residents of Louisiana, particularly Cajuns, to apply for Canadian citizenship if they can trace their ancestry. This change potentially affects thousands of individuals in Louisiana.
As of April 1, 2026, post-secondary international students in Canada will no longer require a co-op work permit for student work placements, including co-ops, internships, and practicums. This change is part of a series of amendments announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Canadian passport holders can travel visa-free to more destinations than US passport holders starting in 2025. Many Americans may have eligibility for Canadian citizenship, which could allow them to obtain a Canadian passport.
Canada plans to retire its current Express Entry programs and replace them with a new program. These proposed changes are outlined in the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Forward Regulatory Plan for 2026-2028.
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