IRCC Updates & Immigration News
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安省EOI 130分评分标准逐项解析：如何提高你的OWPS分数？
2026年7月，安大略省正式公布Ontario Workforce Priority Stream（OWPS）的EOI（Expression of Interest）评分标准。** 新体系下，拥有Job Offer的申请人最高可获得130分，自雇医生最高115分。未来所有申请人都将按照EOI分数排名，分数越高，获得邀请（ITA）的机会越大。
7/31/2026
安省省提名130分EOI评分体系正式公布，竞争进入“综合评分”时代
2026年7月，安大略省正式公布Ontario Workforce Priority Stream（OWPS）的Expression of Interest（EOI）评分体系。** 这是安省省提名（OINP）近年来最重大的制度改革之一，也意味着未来申请人将从“符合条件即可申请”的模式，全面进入“综合评分、高分优先邀请”的新时代。
7/31/2026
42周完成两年制ECE文凭，还可能获得最长3年PGWP？——全面解析亚岗昆学院加速课程背后的政策逻辑
加拿大国际学生政策不断调整，毕业后工作许可（Post-Graduation Work Permit，PGWP）成为留学生最关注的话题之一。近期，Algonquin College（亚岗昆学院）的一项幼儿教育（Early Childhood Education，ECE）课程引起业内广泛讨论。
7/30/2026
数百名国际毕业生PGWP被拒，加拿大政府回应：无合法身份者应依法离境
加拿大国际学生毕业后工作许可（PGWP）争议持续升级。近日，阿尔伯塔省Portage College合作项目数百名国际毕业生因PGWP申请被拒，在卡尔加里持续举行示威，部分学生更发起绝食抗议，希望联邦政府重新审查相关决定。随着事件不断发酵，加拿大总理马克·卡尼（Mark Carney）及阿尔伯塔省省长丹妮尔·史密斯（Danielle Smith）首次对此公开作出回应。
7/30/2026
卡尼回应国际学生绝食事件：加拿大再次强调“身份到期应依法离境”
阿尔伯塔省Portage College的国际学生，因毕业后工作许可（PGWP）申请遭拒，在卡尔加里发起绝食抗议，希望联邦政府重新审查相关决定。这一事件持续引发社会关注，也成为加拿大近期移民政策讨论的焦点。
7/30/2026
Minister Metlege Diab highlights Canada Child Benefit payments increasing in 2026–2027
The Government of Canada is lowering costs for families by strengthening the Canada Child Benefit (CCB). The CCB is a monthly tax-free payment to help them with the costs of raising children.
7/24/2026
IRCC发布两项最新政策更新：影响永久居民申请人与开放工签申请人
加拿大移民、难民及公民部（IRCC）近日公布了两项最新政策更新，分别涉及永久居民（PR）申请材料处理方式以及开放式工签（Open Work Permit）申请。这两项调整旨在进一步提高申请效率，减少行政负担，同时为部分申请人提供更灵活的申请安排。
7/23/2026
加拿大2026年省提名（PNP）年中盘点：政策收紧下，哪些移民机会依然值得关注？
2026年已经过半，加拿大各省提名计划（Provincial Nominee Program，PNP）也完成了上半年的运行。从目前各省的邀请情况来看，随着联邦永久居民配额调整，各省普遍减少了邀请数量，但更加聚焦本地劳动力短缺行业，使PNP仍然是加拿大经济类移民的重要组成部分。
7/22/2026
加拿大150万移民申请正在等待决定：IRCC首次公开“排队库存”，部分申请人或需等待配额
加拿大联邦政府近日公布了一项移民数据统计方式的重要变化。IRCC（加拿大移民、难民及公民部）首次公开区分了**正在审理（In Processing）和等待年度移民配额（Queued for Admission Space）**两类永久居民申请，使外界首次能够更清楚了解加拿大移民系统的真实积压情况。
7/22/2026
Ontario Reshapes Provincial Immigration: New Workforce Priority Stream Covers TEER 0–5 Occupations
Ontario has introduced one of the most significant structural changes in the history of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program, commonly known as the OINP.
7/21/2026
加拿大快速通道再抽511人！省提名类别最低分升至744分
加拿大移民、难民及公民部于2026年7月20日举行新一轮快速通道 Express Entry 抽签。本轮为省提名计划 Provincial Nominee Program，PNP 专项抽签，共向511名候选人发出加拿大永久居民申请邀请，最低综合排名系统 CRS 分数为744分。
7/20/2026
为什么有人愿意花十几万甚至几十万元去追求法语成绩
Express Entry 的法语定向邀请； CRS 对法语能力的额外加分； 部分法语社区或省提名项目的机会。 这些政策让法语能力在某些时期成为一种重要竞争优势。
7/20/2026
RCIP，不是“坑”，而是很多普通申请人的一根救命稻草
在我看来，RCIP并不是坑。相反，对于很多普通申请人来说，它可能是近年来最值得珍惜的一条永久居民通道。 过去几年，加拿大的Express Entry综合评分不断提高，许多申请人即使拥有加拿大学历、加拿大工作经验，依然难以达到邀请分数。对于英语成绩一般、年龄偏大、职业并非高分职业的人来说，传统移民通道越来越难。 而RCIP的出现，为另一类申请人提供了机会。
7/20/2026
BC省提名计划最新抽选：569人获邀，高经济影响类别分数降至132分
【加拿大移民资讯，2026年7月18日】加拿大卑诗省提名计划（BC PNP）公布了最新一轮技术移民邀请结果。2026年7月16日，BC PNP通过“创新类——高经济影响”（Innovate: High Economic Impact）向共计569名候选人发出申请邀请，是BC省官网目前公布的2026年技术移民抽选中，单轮邀请规模较大的一次。
7/19/2026
Strengthening temporary residence programs for sustainable volumes
Canada has a long and proud history of welcoming newcomers from around the world who support our economy and enrich our country. In response to labour shortages and the aftershocks of the pandemic, the federal government took steps to meet the urgent needs of businesses and support our economic recovery. Since then, Canada’s economy has evolved, and we must continue to adapt our immigration system
7/18/2026
Financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada now available
Canada remains deeply concerned about the catastrophic conditions faced by people in Gaza. While it is extremely difficult for people to exit Gaza at this time, Canada is making sure the necessary supports are in place for Gazans as they start to arrive in our country.
7/18/2026
Technology
Approximately 30% (over 6,300) nominations were made to individuals in technology-related occupations. These included: - software engineers and designers - software developers and programmers - user support technicians - information systems specialists - business systems specialists
7/18/2026
In-person interview requirements
The OINP may now require in-person interviews for employers and foreign national applicants. - This change enables the OINP to address concerns related to the credibility and authenticity of certain applications. - Accommodations will be provided when merited.
7/18/2026
Minister Diab highlights sport investments from Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to build stronger and safer communities
In Budget 2025, the Government of Canada outlined its plan to build Canada strong. Since then, we have moved fast to build the major infrastructure, homes and industries that grow Canada’s economy and create lasting prosperity; empower Canadians with better careers and a more affordable life; and protect our communities, our borders and our way of life.
7/18/2026
New International Student Program regulations take effect
Canada’s diverse and inclusive society, high-quality educational institutions and potential opportunities to work or immigrate after graduation have made Canada a leading destination for students from around the world. The International Student Program must be sustainable, and students must be protected from abuse within the system.
7/18/2026
Updated regulations
The updated regulations can be found on Ontario’s e-Laws website: - [Ontario Regulation 421/17 (Approvals under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program and Other Matters),](https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/170421) - [Ontario Regulation 422/17](https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/170422) (General) ## June
7/18/2026
Financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada
Canada remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the scale of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Since Hamas’ terrorist attack on October 7, 2023, Canada has been actively working to support family members of Canadians and permanent residents from the region, as well as Israelis and Palestinians already in Canada.
7/18/2026
Canada announces 2025 Express Entry category-based draws, plans for more in-Canada draws to reduce labour shortages
Immigration is essential to supporting Canada’s economic growth. As labour requirements in key sectors continue to evolve, it’s important that Canada’s immigration system is nimble and responsive to our country’s needs.
7/18/2026
Supporting cross-border mobility for Indigenous Peoples
Colonial borders have had profound impacts on Indigenous Peoples. They have put stress on families, kinship, cultural ties, traditional practices, language preservation and revitalization, governance, and economic opportunities. For some communities separated by the Canada–United States border, these impacts are felt on a daily basis.
7/18/2026
Canada takes action to support housing with new immigration measures
Immigration is essential to our country’s economic success and growth. To meet the growing demand for housing, Canada needs a strong construction and skilled trades workforce, and immigrants play a vital role in fulfilling these needs.
7/18/2026
Canada reaches important milestone in restoring fairness and clarity to citizenship by descent
November 21, 2025—Ottawa—Canada has taken an important step toward modernizing its citizenship laws. Canadians excluded under outdated rules will have a fair, clear way to pass citizenship on to their children born or adopted outside Canada.
7/18/2026
The Government of Canada is investing more than $9.3 million to support Francophone minority communities
Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in growing the Canadian economy, in promoting the vitality of Francophone minority communities and in meeting labour needs across the country.
7/18/2026
Canada begins new “30 days or free” guarantee for passport processing
The Government of Canada is strengthening accountability for passport processing by introducing a new guarantee for passport services.
7/18/2026
Canada exceeded its Francophone immigration target for 2025
Francophone and Acadian minority communities outside Quebec contribute to the economy, culture and vitality of the French language in Canada. Francophone immigration remains essential and aims to address labour needs and to support communities across the country.
7/18/2026
Federal–Provincial–Territorial Immigration Ministers meet to discuss sustainable immigration
The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today to advance collaboration on the 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan and discuss federal–provincial–territorial (FPT) priorities. They discussed returning immigration to sustainable levels while considering regional, rural and northern contexts, addressing labour shortages, reinforcing key economic sectors, and supporting communities
7/18/2026
Filling labour gaps in smaller communities by accelerating permanent residence for 33,000 workers
Canada continues to bring our immigration system to sustainable levels and focus immigration on the areas where it has the greatest impact. This means supporting rural and remote communities that are experiencing labour shortages in key economic sectors.
7/18/2026
Canada prioritizes top talent in 2026 immigration Express Entry categories
Canada is taking back control to return immigration to sustainable levels, while ensuring it continues to support the economy. As global competition for skilled workers intensifies, Canada’s immigration system is focused on attracting and retaining highly skilled immigrants through the International Talent Attraction Strategy.
7/18/2026
Canada takes action to reduce fraud in Express Entry system
The Government of Canada is committed to strengthening the integrity of the country’s immigration system and bringing some of the world’s best and brightest to work in Canada.
7/18/2026
Canada continues to strengthen border security and immigration integrity
Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, provided key updates on the impacts of recent measures to reinforce the integrity of our shared border with the United-States (U.S.) and our immigration system. These ongoing efforts include Canada’s Border Plan, released in December 2024.
7/18/2026
Canada extends certain work permit measures for Ukrainians
As Russia's illegal war against Ukraine continues, Canada continues to support Ukrainian people who are here contributing to our communities and labour market.
7/18/2026
Temporary measures to support people affected by the crisis in Lebanon
The situation in Lebanon remains volatile and unpredictable due to violent and intensifying clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, including daily rocket and missile fire as well as air strikes. As conditions continue to worsen, the Government of Canada remains fully engaged and is focused on the safety and security of Canadians in the region.
7/18/2026
Free replacement documents and measures for people affected by the 2024 wildfire season
Last year, Canada experienced the worst wildfire season on record, which threatened the health, safety and economic stability of people in Canada and their communities. Canada’s climate is warming twice as fast as the global average. As our climate continues to change, extreme hot temperatures will become more frequent and more intense due to climate change. This will increase the severity of heat
7/18/2026
Canada extends temporary measures for Palestinians in Canada
Canada extends temporary measures for Palestinians in Canada
7/18/2026
Canada launches Rural and Francophone Community Immigration pilots
Rural and Francophone minority communities make vital contributions to Canada’s economy and culture, but they frequently face unique labour market and demographic challenges as the majority of Canadians and newcomers settle in Canada’s urban centres. In particular, the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) was successful in connecting businesses and employers in remote communities with the s
7/18/2026
Canada invests in services to support economic integration and fill labour market shortages
Canada’s new government has a mandate to build a strong economy by attracting the best talent in the world and filling key labour shortages.
7/18/2026
The Government of Canada introduces citizenship by descent legislation for Canadians
Canadian citizenship lies at the heart of what it means to be Canadian, providing a sense of belonging and connection to a diverse, inclusive, and democratic nation. For many newcomers to Canada, citizenship is key to integration and we are committed to making the citizenship process as fair and transparent as possible.
7/18/2026
Canada improves fairness for applicants by ending post-graduation work permit “flagpoling”
A safe and secure flow of goods and people across the Canada–United States border is critical to North America’s economy and the close person-to-person ties that Canadians and Americans enjoy. That’s why we continue to look for ways to make it easier and faster to cross the border without compromising the integrity of our immigration system.
7/18/2026
Launch of the new OINP Employer Portal
We are launching a new OINP Employer Portal on July 2, 2025.
7/18/2026
Canada lifts the visa requirement for Qatari citizens
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship today announced that Canada has lifted the visa requirement for citizens of Qatar. This change took effect this morning at 5:30 a.m. EST.
7/18/2026
Canada extends some temporary measures for Ukrainians
As Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine continues, Canada remains committed to supporting Ukrainians and their family members who have sought a temporary safe haven in Canada.
7/18/2026
Enhancing the vitality of Francophone communities by welcoming French-speaking international students and immigrants
Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in strengthening our national identity. This is why Canada is redoubling its efforts to welcome French-speaking newcomers who will enrich the linguistic, social, cultural and economic fabric of Francophone minority communities (FMCs).
7/18/2026
Canada invests in Francophone communities and helps build their future by attracting top global talent
As announced in Budget 2025, the Government of Canada wants to focus immigration where it delivers the greatest impact to fill labour gaps, strengthen key economic sectors and support communities across the country. This includes prioritizing Francophone immigration outside Quebec, helping to enhance the vitality of Francophone and Acadian minority communities, and making the country more attracti
7/18/2026
New pathway to permanent residence for families of the victims of flight PS752
Canada is committed to supporting those affected by the tragic event involving Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (PS752).
7/18/2026
Canada to welcome thousands of visitors for the FIFA World Cup 26™ - Don’t wait, apply early
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is proud to join Canadians in celebrating Canada’s role as a co host of the FIFA World Cup 26™ with the United States and Mexico.
7/18/2026
Canada’s new Climate Competitiveness Strategy
Climate action is not only a moral responsibility—it’s an economic necessity.
7/18/2026
Canada renews commitment to welcome people affected by the conflict in Sudan
Canada’s approach to immigration supports community needs, economic objectives and humanitarian responsibilities. A key part of these responsibilities is Canada’s long-standing commitment to protecting the world’s most vulnerable, including people affected by the conflict in Sudan.
7/18/2026
Canada is celebrating the Francophonie and investing in new initiatives to promote Francophone immigration outside Quebec
The Government of Canada has made supporting Francophone and Acadian minority communities outside Quebec a top priority. The goal is to attract and integrate skilled French-speaking and bilingual immigrants from around the world to boost population growth, meet labour needs and support economic development in these communities.
7/18/2026
Canada launches measures to support those affected by 2025 wildfires
As Canada’s climate continues to warm faster than the global average, extreme weather conditions will become more frequent and severe. This will contribute to increased drought and wildfire risks, which threaten the health, safety and economic stability of people and communities in Canada. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting those affected across the country.
7/18/2026
Targeted immigration measures to boost Canada’s supply of doctors
In support of the Budget 2025 commitment to fill critical labour gaps with high-skilled talent, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and Maggie Chi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, today announced new measures to support Canada’s health care system by making the path to permanent residence simpler for international doctors.
7/18/2026
New immigration measure to support Quebec workers and employers
The Government of Canada is restoring control of our immigration system while attracting and retaining those with the skills and experience needed to drive our economic growth.
7/18/2026
Canada strengthens borders while supporting economic and tourism ties with Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon
Canada and the French overseas collectivity of Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon share strong travel, tourism and economic ties, particularly in Atlantic Canada. We work closely to support safe, efficient travel while strengthening the security and integrity of our shared travel routes.
7/18/2026
Canada launches measures to support those impacted by domestic natural disasters
Canada continues to face the growing impacts of climate change, with extreme weather conditions becoming more frequent and severe. Communities across the country have responded to these challenges with resilience and strength, and the Government of Canada remains committed to supporting those affected.
7/18/2026
Canada strengthens regulation of immigration and citizenship consultants
The Government of Canada is strengthening protections for people seeking immigration and citizenship advice by improving access to trustworthy, quality representation. Today, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced new regulations that have come into force to enhance the oversight of immigration and citizenship consultants in Canada.
7/18/2026
Canada proposes new regulations to modernize the asylum process and support timely decisions
Building on recent measures to strengthen Canada’s immigration and asylum systems, and recent decreases in asylum claim volumes, the Government of Canada is taking further action to maintain a fair, orderly and well-managed asylum system.
7/18/2026
Building the workforce needed to deliver more homes in Halifax
In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong.
7/18/2026