IRB Hearings October 26, 2026
An admissibility hearing decides whether you can enter or remain in Canada. RCIC-IRB Mohamed Aboud walks through the Section 44 report, the hearing itself, and the section 45 decision — step by step.
Express Entry October 16, 2026
Express Entry round #449 on October 15, 2026 invited 2,500 Canadian Experience Class candidates at a CRS cut-off of 519. RCIC-IRB Mohamed Aboud explains the tie-break rule, why the CEC line is holding between 518 and 521, and what to do at each score band.
Express Entry October 14, 2026
Ten rounds, 15,540 invitations, and not one all-program draw. A steady CEC line at 518–521, category cut-offs as low as 198, and why the same CRS score means three different things at three different doors.
Express Entry October 25, 2026
On March 6, 2025, IRCC invited 4,500 French-speaking candidates at a CRS cut-off of 410 — the lowest French line since August 2024. RCIC-IRB Mohamed Aboud explains why the category door beat the CEC line, and what French is worth in your profile.
PNP October 25, 2026
Ontario closed all eight OINP streams in June 2026 — including the Tech Draws — and replaced them with a single Workforce Priority stream. We explain what closed, what the new stream requires, and where tech candidates go now.
Family October 25, 2026
IRCC has significantly changed spousal sponsorship processing times. We compare inside and outside Canada applications, discuss IRCC's service standards, and share practical tips for couples navigating the process.
Work & Study October 25, 2026
The Post-Graduation Work Permit rules have changed significantly. We explain the new PGWP eligibility requirements, program-specific rules, and what these changes mean for international students already in Canada.
Policy Updates October 25, 2026
IRCC's 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan targets 380,000 new permanent residents a year — not 395,000. We break down the category allocations, the temporary-resident squeeze, and what it means for applicants across pathways.
Express Entry October 25, 2026
A job offer no longer adds CRS points, but it's not the only way to improve your CRS score. We share 7 actionable strategies that can significantly increase your score and improve your chances of receiving an ITA.
Mohamed Aboud | RCIC-IRB
