IRCC will add CRS points for eligible Canadian work or a qualifying job offer in a high-wage occupation. An LMIA is not required for a qualifying offer. Profiles are recalculated automatically. Candidates who want job-offer points must update before 3 Nov 2026. Invitation rounds pause while that recalculation runs. It may take up to two weeks.
November 3 guide · Official sourceRecent official newsroom items and Express Entry rounds. Each card says what changed and links back to Canada.ca. Open the official page before you act on a date or a number.
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Category-based. 5,000 invitations. Lowest CRS invited: 435.
Official sourceOctober 16, 2026—Kitchener, Ontario—Building a stronger Canada means restoring confidence in a well-managed immigration system that meets our economic needs. This includes attracting and retaining skilled talent to complement the Canadian workforce and drive economic growth.
Official sourceOn November 3, 2026, changes to Express Entry willintroduce points for eligible Canadian work experience or qualifying job offers in highwage occupations, and remove labour market impact assessment (LMIA) requirements for qualifying job offers used to establish program eligibility and obtain Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points
Official sourceProgram-specific. 2,500 invitations. Lowest CRS invited: 519.
Official sourceMinister Metlege Diab to make an announcement in Kitchener
Official sourceProgram-specific. 752 invitations. Lowest CRS invited: 772.
Official sourceCanada has what the world wants: abundant energy and critical minerals, the most educated workforce in the world, access to 1.5 billion consumers through our free trade agreements and the strongest fiscal position in the G7. We are building on these advantages to make Canada the best place in the world to invest, build and grow.
Official sourceThe Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will highlight recent government changes to Canada’s business tax system, boosting Canada’s advantage as the most competitive G7 country for new business investment. A media availability will follow.
Official sourceCategory-based. 3,500 invitations. Lowest CRS invited: 476.
Official sourceProgram-specific. 2,000 invitations. Lowest CRS invited: 518.
Official sourceThe Centre for Innovation in Francophone Immigration (CIFI) aims to integrate Francophone perspectives into immigration programs in Canada. It promotes immigration to French-speaking employers, facilitates access to programs and supports the growth of Francophone minority communities (FMCs). The CIFI supports innovative projects to reduce obstacles to immigration and offers funding to improve the promotion of FMCs internationally, the recruitment and the selection of French-speaking candidates and their support towards permanent residence. In addition, the CIFI supports projects that facilitate the collection of evidence and the implementation of research that highlights lessons learned and promising practices that can contribute to concrete solutions for an improved immigration pathway.
Official sourceCollaboration is essential to addressing Canada’s workforce needs and responding to the realities facing Francophone communities. Given the challenges posed by labour shortages and the ongoing need to attract and retain talent, Canada is joining forces with its partners and reinforcing its commitment to Francophone immigration.
Official sourceProgram-specific. 733 invitations. Lowest CRS invited: 725.
Official sourceThe Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press conference in St. John’s to unveil innovative projects to strengthen Francophone immigration in Newfoundland and Labrador and other Francophone minority communities outside Quebec. Minister Metlege Diab will be joined by the Honourable Lin Paddock, Minister of Jobs, Growth and Rural Development for Newfoundland and Labrador. A media availability will follow.
Official sourceCategory-based. 250 invitations. Lowest CRS invited: 389.
Official sourceProgram-specific. 2,000 invitations. Lowest CRS invited: 519.
Official sourceThe world is changing rapidly. The United States is imposing new tariffs on Canada, designed to hurt and divide us. At the same time, conflicts in Europe and the Middle East are driving up prices around the world. In response, Canada’s government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more independent and more affordable country.
Official sourceThe world is changing rapidly. The United States is imposing new tariffs on Canada, designed to hurt and divide us. At the same time, conflicts in Europe and the Middle East are driving up prices around the world. In response, Canada’s government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more independent and more affordable country.
Official sourceMinister Metlege Diab to highlight the extension of federal fuel excise tax relief on gasoline, diesel and aviation fuels for Canadians
Official sourceThe Government of Canada is committed to making life simpler and more convenient for Canadians. This includes a modern passport program that delivers secure user‑friendly digital services that save time, reduce in‑person visits and make passport renewal easier.
Official sourceThe Government of Canada is committed to making life simpler and more convenient for Canadians. This includes a modern passport program that delivers secure, user‑friendly digital services that save time, reduce in‑person visits and make passport renewal easier.
Official sourcePeter Fragiskatos, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will be in Toronto to highlight an announcement regarding online passport renewals. The announcement is being made on behalf of the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. A media availability will follow.
Official sourceThe Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, alongside Annie Koutrakis, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Jobs and Families, will make an announcement regarding online passport renewals. A media availability will follow.
Official sourceThe Government of Canada is lowering costs for families by strengthening the Canada Child Benefit (CCB). The CCB is a monthly tax-free payment to help them with the costs of raising children.
Official sourceMinister Metlege Diab to highlight the Canada Child Benefit’s more generous support for families
Official sourceThe Centre for Innovation in Francophone Immigration (CIFI) aims to integrate Francophone perspectives into immigration programs in Canada. It promotes immigration to French-speaking employers, facilitates access to programs and supports the growth of Francophone minority communities (FMCs). The CIFI supports innovative projects to reduce obstacles to immigration and offers funding to improve the promotion of FMCs internationally, the recruitment and the selection of French-speaking candidates and their support towards permanent residence. In addition, the CIFI supports projects that facilitate the collection of evidence and the implementation of research that highlights lessons learned and promising practices that can contribute to concrete solutions for an improved immigration pathway.
Official sourceCanada is making Francophone immigration a force that unites communities and recognizes the contribution of Francophone and bilingual newcomers to the growth of the Francophonie. With this in mind, to promote the demographic and economic development of communities in the Northwest Territories, the governments of Canada and the Northwest Territories are working together to ensure the retention of qualified Francophone and bilingual talent.
Official sourceThe Government of Canada is focused on building a stronger economy and making life more affordable for Canadians. Today, Peter Fragiskatos, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, highlighted the launch of the National Food Security Strategy.
Official sourceThe Centre for Innovation in Francophone Immigration (CIFI) aims to integrate Francophone perspectives into immigration programs in Canada. It promotes immigration to French-speaking employers, facilitates access to programs and supports the growth of Francophone minority communities (FMCs). The CIFI supports innovative projects to reduce obstacles to immigration and offers funding to improve the promotion of FMCs internationally, the recruitment and the selection of French-speaking candidates and their support towards permanent residence. In addition, the CIFI supports projects that facilitate the collection of evidence and the implementation of research that highlights lessons learned and promising practices that can contribute to concrete solutions for an improved immigration pathway.
Official sourceCanada is committed to supporting Francophone immigration and is focused on attracting and retaining the world’s best talent. As Francophone minority communities face significant demographic and economic challenges, the governments of Canada and Manitoba are joining forces to strengthen official language minority communities by addressing their labour needs and fostering their economic and linguistic vitality.
Official sourcePeter Fragiskatos, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will highlight the launch of the National Food Security Strategy to strengthen food systems in Windsor.
Official sourceThe Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press conference in Winnipeg to unveil an innovative project to strengthen Francophone immigration in Manitoba. A media availability will follow.
Official source“Each year on Canada Day, I reflect on how fortunate we are to call this country home—a place where diversity is celebrated, our values unite us, and our collective identity comes to life through our official languages and the experiences we share. The occasion is a time to celebrate what brings us together, take pride in our communities and look to the future with confidence as we build an even better Canada for the generations that will follow us."
Official sourceThe Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 50 of Canada’s newest citizens from 26 different countries at a special Canada Day citizenship ceremony. Citizenship Judge Rania Sfeir will preside over the ceremony.
Official sourceThe Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today to advance collaboration on the 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan and discuss federal–provincial–territorial (FPT) priorities. They discussed returning immigration to sustainable levels while considering regional, rural and northern contexts, addressing labour shortages, reinforcing key economic sectors, and supporting communities across the country. Ministers also discussed the role of Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) in advancing these considerations and the need for stable and adequate PNP allocations.
Official sourceThe Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, alongside her provincial and territorial counterparts, will hold a press conference following a meeting of the Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI). Minister Diab will be joined by the Honourable Lin Paddock, Minister of Immigration for Newfoundland and Labrador and Provincial-Territorial FMRI Co-Chair.
Official sourceOn World Refugee Day, Canada recognizes the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention and the international refugee protection system it created, including the principle that people have the right to seek safety from persecution.
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