IRCC News & Updates
Latest Canadian immigration and citizenship news
Canadian Citizenship by Descent: How Millions of Americans Can Claim a Canadian Passport
Did you know millions of Americans already qualify for Canadian citizenship under Bill C-3? Learn who's eligible, how to apply, and what it means for taxes and travel.
Canada Raises Immigration Levels Plan for 2026-2028 — Key Numbers and Citizenship Impact
Canada's 2026-2028 Immigration Levels Plan stabilizes permanent resident admissions at 380,000 per year. Here is what prospective citizens need to know.
Citizenship Processing Times Drop to 13 Months — March 2026 Update
Good news for applicants: IRCC reports citizenship grants now processing in approximately 13 months, down from 14 months in February.
5 Common Mistakes That Fail the Canadian Citizenship Test — And How to Avoid Them
These five errors cause the most failures on the Canadian citizenship test. Learn what they are and how to fix them before test day.
IRCC Makes Online Citizenship Test the Default in 2026 — What You Need to Know
As of March 9, 2026, the Canadian citizenship test is now taken online by default. Here's what changed and how to prepare.
Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs — 2026 Updates for Future Citizens
Express Entry and PNP draws are shaping Canada's 2026 immigration intake. Here is how these programs work and what they mean for your path to citizenship.
How the Canadian Citizenship Test Works in 2026 — Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about the citizenship test process in 2026: application, invitation, test format, results, and the oath ceremony.
Complete Discover Canada Study Guide — Chapter-by-Chapter Breakdown
A thorough walkthrough of all 12 chapters in the official Discover Canada guide, with key facts to memorize for each section.
Bill C-3: Canada Reforms Citizenship by Descent Rules — What 'Lost Canadians' Need to Know
In December 2025, Canada passed Bill C-3, ending the first-generation limit on citizenship by descent and resolving decades of 'Lost Canadian' cases.
Online vs In-Person Citizenship Test — Which One Will You Take in 2026?
IRCC now defaults to online testing, but in-person tests still exist. Here's how to know which format you'll face and how to prepare for each.
How to Pass the Canadian Citizenship Test on Your First Try — A Complete Guide
Practical tips, study strategies, and a step-by-step plan to help you pass the citizenship test with confidence.
Canada's Immigration Levels Plan 2026-2028 — What New Citizens Should Know
Canada has reduced its immigration targets for 2026-2028. Here's what this means for permanent residents pursuing citizenship.
10 Citizenship Test Questions Most People Get Wrong — And How to Get Them Right
These are the trickiest questions on the Canadian citizenship test. Learn the common mistakes and how to avoid them.