Permanent Residency & Immigration

Canada Express Entry 2026: Latest CRS Score Trends Explained

Canada’s immigration system continues to evolve in 2026 as the government adjusts its selection priorities to address labour shortages, economic growth goals and regional workforce demands. At the center of this system is Express Entry, Canada’s flagship immigration pathway for skilled workers seeking permanent residency. For thousands of Nigerians and other international applicants, one of […]

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No IELTS, No LMIA: Move to Canada via Newfoundland’s 6-Month PR Program

Canada has introduced a simplified immigration route that enables foreign workers to gain permanent residency (PR) in as little as six months without the need for IELTS or Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). The Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) is now being actively implemented in Newfoundland and Labrador, targeting both skilled and unskilled workers globally. The

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Nigerian Passport Gains Ground, Rises to 88th in Global Rankings

Nigeria’s passport has improved in global mobility strength, rising to 88th position in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, the highest ranking the country has attained since 2020. According to the latest index published by Henley & Partners, holders of a Nigerian passport can now access 45 destinations without a visa. This reflects a modest improvement

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Canada Immigration Policy Shift: Express Entry Now Targets Key Occupations

In a significant policy realignment, Canada has shifted its immigration focus towards labor market needs by introducing occupation-targeted draws under its Express Entry system. This development marks a strategic evolution from the conventional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)-only model to one that now emphasizes in-demand skills across various industries. The move is part of the Canadian

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Canada, UK, and Australia Tighten Immigration Rules Amid Global Migration Surge

Several major destination countries, including Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia, are adjusting their immigration frameworks in response to rising migration volumes and changing labor market demands. Canada Revises Express Entry and PR Targets The Canadian government has updated its Immigration Levels Plan 2025–2027, aiming to slow the pace of permanent resident (PR) admissions to

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