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British Columbia invites 437 high-wage foreign workers in latest Skills Immigration draw
On 17 May 2026, British Columbia released results of its latest Skills Immigration draw, inviting 437 foreign workers who either earn CA$59/hour + in a TEER 0–3 job or scored at least 135 points in the SI pool. Successful nominees gain 600 Express Entry points, putting permanent residence within reach. The draw signals B.C.’s continued reliance on high-wage and high-skill criteria to fill urgent labour gaps, giving employers a fast, predictable pathway to retain top international talent.
Demand for proof-of-citizenship certificates soars after Canada lifts “first-generation” limit
A 15 December 2025 law change scrapped the “first-generation” limit on citizenship by descent. By 17 May 2026, new data show wait times for proof-of-citizenship certificates have ballooned to 12 months, with U.S. applicants driving the surge. The backlog delays passport issuance and could disrupt cross-border assignments, prompting companies to seek alternative work-permit strategies.
Delhi Police bust CA$300,000 Canada-visa scam targeting would-be migrants
Delhi Police arrested an unlicensed consultant on 17 May 2026 for allegedly defrauding clients of INR 18.3 million by offering guaranteed Canadian visas and work permits. The scam highlights the persistent risk of immigration fraud in India, Canada’s largest source market, and reinforces the need for employers and applicants to verify accreditation and follow official IRCC channels.
Weekly Digest highlights new IRCC guidance on work-permit forms, GATS professionals and humanitarian streams
A 17 May 2026 digest from AVIO Immigration pulls together IRCC’s latest operational tweaks: IMM 5707 is now optional for in-Canada work-permit filings; GATS professional guidance has been rewritten; and new sub-codes clarify humanitarian work-permit categories. Employers should update document lists immediately to prevent processing delays and border refusals.