ImmiAid Immigrant Aid Society, Canada

10/17/2026

📰 NEWS UPDATE | Express Entry Draw, October 15, 2026

IRCC has issued 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for Canadian permanent residence in its latest Express Entry draw.

📌 Draw details

Program: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Invitations issued: 2,500
Minimum CRS score: 519
Draw #61 of 2026

What is the Canadian Experience Class?
CEC is for skilled workers with at least one year of skilled work experience in Canada within the last three years. Many temporary residents, including former international students and work permit holders, become permanent residents through this program.

What happens next?
Candidates who received an ITA have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence.

10/17/2026

📰 NEWS UPDATE | Manitoba PNP Draw, October 8, 2026

Manitoba has issued 257 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to workers in the sectors the province needs most:

👩‍🏫 211: Education & Childcare
🩺 46: Healthcare

Candidates who received an LAA have 60 days to submit their full application for provincial nomination.

If you work in childcare, education or healthcare, make sure your Manitoba Expression of Interest (EOI) profile is up to date. Targeted draws like this one show what the province is prioritizing.

10/04/2026

🇨🇦🛠️ Express Entry Draw Update: Trades

Big news for skilled tradespeople! On October 1, 2026, IRCC invited 3,500 tradespeople to apply for permanent residence in a category-based Express Entry draw. It's being reported as the largest trades draw ever.

📊 Minimum CRS score: 476
📅 Draw date: October 1, 2026
👷 Category: Trade Occupations

Electricians, plumbers, carpenters, welders and other skilled trades workers help build Canada's homes, communities and future, and Canada is opening its doors to them.

✅ Got an invitation? Congratulations! You have 60 days to submit a complete application, so start gathering your documents now.

🔧 Work in a trade? Your hands-on skills could be your path to permanent residence, even if your CRS score is lower than general draw cutoffs.

🤝 At ImmiAid, we're here to support newcomers at every step. Have questions about Express Entry or trades draws? Send us a message.

10/03/2026

🇨🇦 Provincial Draw Update: Newfoundland and Labrador PNP

Great news for newcomers hoping to build a life in Atlantic Canada! On September 25, 2026, the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) invited 41 workers to apply for provincial nomination.

📅 Draw date: September 25, 2026
👷 Invitations issued: 41
🌊 Province: Newfoundland and Labrador

A provincial nomination can open the door to permanent residence. If you have a nomination and an Express Entry profile, it adds 600 CRS points to your score.

🏡 Known for its friendly communities, stunning coastlines and growing job market, Newfoundland and Labrador is a wonderful place to call home.

🤝 At ImmiAid, we're here to support newcomers at every step. Have questions about provincial programs? Send us a message.

10/03/2026

🇨🇦 Express Entry Draw Update

Good news for skilled workers already in Canada! On September 29, 2026, IRCC sent 2,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC).

📊 Minimum CRS score: 518
📅 Draw date: September 29, 2026
🎯 Program: Canadian Experience Class

✅ Got an invitation? Congratulations! You have 60 days to submit a complete application, so start gathering your documents now.

📈 Not invited this time? Don't lose hope. You can improve your score by retaking your language test, applying for a provincial nomination, or adding French skills.

🤝 At ImmiAid, we're here to support newcomers at every step of their journey. Have questions about Express Entry? Send us a message.

10/02/2026

🇨🇦 Alberta Immigration Update | 380 Workers Selected

Alberta selected 380 workers through multiple Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) draws held between September 10–23, 2026.

🔹 113 – Alberta Opportunity Stream
🔹 100 – Accelerated Tech Pathway
🔹 100 – Priority Sector – Healthcare
🔹 48 – Priority Sector – Manufacturing
🔹 18 – Priority Sector – Agriculture
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10/01/2026

🇨🇦 Northwest Territories Immigration Update

The Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) invited 105 candidates to pursue nomination for Canadian Permanent Residence in the September 25, 2026 draw.

🔹 105 invitations issued
🔹 58 – Entry Level / Semi-Skilled
🔹 26 – NWT Express Entry
🔹 21 – Skilled Workers
🔹 EOI score range: 317–492
🔹 197 profiles considered

This was the last scheduled NTNP Employer-Driven Stream draw of 2026. The next EOI draw is expected in early 2027, with the exact date to be confirmed.

Follow ImmiAid for the latest updates on Canada immigration, PNP draws, Express Entry, PR pathways and newcomer information.

📌 Stay informed. Plan your Canada journey with the right information.

10/01/2026

🇨🇦 Canada Express Entry Update – 733 ITAs Issued

Canada issued 733 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in the September 28, 2026 Express Entry draw.

🔹 733 ITAs issued
🔹 CRS cut-off: 725
🔹 PNP-specific draw
🔹 Eligible profiles were created before 1:36 a.m. UTC on September 17, 2026

Follow ImmiAid for simple, reliable updates on Canada immigration, Express Entry draws, PNPs, PR pathways and newcomer information.

📌 Stay informed. Know your options. Plan your Canada journey.

09/30/2026

🇨🇦 BCPNP Draw – 714 Invitations Issued!

British Columbia has issued 714 invitations under the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) in the latest draw on September 24, 2026.

🔹 426 invitations – Job offer of $105,000+/year
🔹 288 invitations – Minimum score 131+
🔹 30 days to submit the application after receiving an invitation.

Thinking about your Canadian immigration options? Understanding the right provincial pathway can make a difference.

📌 Follow ImmiAid for the latest Canada immigration updates, draws, and newcomer information.

09/29/2026

🚨🇨🇦 CRA Scam Alert: Know the Warning Signs

Scammers often impersonate the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) through phone calls, emails, text messages, or other forms of communication. Newcomers and others who may be unfamiliar with how the CRA communicates can be particularly vulnerable to these scams.

⚠️ Be cautious of messages demanding immediate payment, threatening legal action, asking for sensitive personal or financial information, or directing you to suspicious links.

Knowing how to recognize common scam tactics can help protect your money, personal information, and identity.

📖 Read our latest guide to learn how to recognize a CRA scam and what you can do to stay safe:
How to Recognize a CRA Scam and Stay Safe
https://www.immiaid.ca/Blog/p/24/how-to-recognize-a-cra-scam-and-stay-safe

At ImmiAid Immigrant Aid Society, we believe that awareness and reliable information are essential for helping newcomers and communities stay safe and informed.

🤝 Inform. Support. Empower.

To steal your money, personal information, banking details, or account credentials, someone may falsely claim to represent the Canada Revenue Agency. This is a CRA scam. What the scammer do is create a sense of fear or urgency or give you the promise of money prompting you to act quickly out of desp...