Canada Immigration News

06/18/2026

New labour market data shows Canada gained 88,000 jobs in May as unemployment declined to 6.6%, reflecting stronger hiring activity across the economy. https://canadaimmigration.news/canada-added-88000-jobs-in-may-as-unemployment-falls-to-6-6-percent/

Canada added 88,000 jobs in May while unemployment fell to 6.6%, reflecting a stronger labour market and economic growth.

06/17/2026

Canada has updated the Atlantic Immigration Program with revised rules that impact designated employers and foreign workers pursuing regional immigration pathways. https://canadaimmigration.news/atlantic-immigration-program-applicants/

Learn how job or employer changes can affect your Atlantic Immigration Program application and what steps applicants must take.

06/17/2026

Updated federal rules broaden access to open work permits for eligible spouses, giving more family members the flexibility to work for employers across Canada. https://canadaimmigration.news/canada-expands-open-work-permit-eligibility-for-spouses/

06/17/2026

Newfoundland and Labrador expanded immigration selections with over 100 invitations issued to eligible candidates through its economic immigration programs. https://canadaimmigration.news/newfoundland-draw-sends-over-100-invitations/

On June 10, 2026, the province completed its seventh selection round of the year under the Enhanced Expression of Interest system, issuing 108 invitations in total.

06/17/2026

A proposed AI talent pathway will accelerate work permit processing for qualified professionals, supporting Canada’s growing technology and innovation sectors. https://canadaimmigration.news/canada-to-fast-track-work-permits-for-ai-professionals-under-new-immigration-strategy/

06/17/2026

Quebec conducted Arrima draw and invited 2,549 skilled worker candidates through its economic immigration system to support workforce needs. https://canadaimmigration.news/quebec-arrima-draw-84-invites-2549/

06/16/2026

Atlantic Immigration Program applicants now face updated requirements, with new rules affecting employer participation, endorsements and settlement support across Atlantic Canada. https://canadaimmigration.news/atlantic-immigration-program-applicants/

06/16/2026

Canada has expanded open work permit eligibility for spouses of certain foreign workers, allowing more families to work and settle together while supporting labour market needs. https://canadaimmigration.news/canada-expands-open-work-permit-eligibility-for-spouses/

Canada expands open work permit eligibility for spouses of Quebec temporary foreign workers, creating new opportunities.

06/16/2026

Newfoundland and Labrador issued over 100 invitations through its latest immigration draw, selecting candidates under provincial and Atlantic immigration pathways. https://canadaimmigration.news/newfoundland-draw-sends-over-100-invitations/

06/16/2026

Canada is introducing a new immigration strategy to fast-track work permits for artificial intelligence professionals, helping employers access specialized global talent more quickly. https://canadaimmigration.news/canada-to-fast-track-work-permits-for-ai-professionals-under-new-immigration-strategy/

Canada will fast-track work permits for AI professionals under a new immigration strategy to attract top global tech talent.