Canada immigration news
Plain-language updates on the changes that affect students, workers, and PR applicants — each linked to its official source. Verify anything time-sensitive against the primary source before you act.
StudyJanuary 1, 2026
Master's and PhD students at public colleges/universities no longer need a PAL
As of January 1, 2026, master’s and doctoral students at public DLIs are exempt from the Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL) requirement.
StudyNovember 5, 2025
International student intake nearly halved for 2026
New study permits for newly arriving students fall to about 155,000 in 2026 — a ~49% drop — with 309,670 total application spaces under the cap.
General information, not legal or immigration advice. Immigration rules change often — for your situation, consult a licensed RCIC or immigration lawyer, and always confirm details on the official source linked in each item.