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Quebec Indexes Immigration Fees by 2.05 % as 2026 Schedule Enters Force
Effective 1 January 2026, Quebec increased all MIFI immigration fees by 2.05 %. Applicants must submit the new amounts or face file returns. Global-mobility budgets should be updated immediately to avoid payment errors.
Canada Updates Finland Travel Advisory Ahead of EU Entry/Exit System Roll-out
A December 31 update to Canada’s advisory for Finland retains a low risk rating but flags two new considerations: complete closure of Finland’s land border with Russia and the launch of the EU Entry/Exit biometric system, which will lengthen border formalities for Canadians. Corporations with Nordic operations should adjust routing and briefing materials accordingly.
Registration Opens for 2026 Destination Canada Mobility Forum
IRCC has opened registration for the 2026 Destination Canada Mobility Forum, an annual recruitment and information fair aimed at French-speaking talent willing to live outside Quebec. The hybrid event (February 2026) links employers with candidates and offers on-the-spot immigration guidance. Applications close 11 Jan 2026, making early action essential for businesses and jobseekers.