Canadian PR residency problems: what you can do in 2026 An expired PR card and lost permanent resident status are different problems. If your card has expired, or you have spent a long time outside Canada, first establish your current status before choosing an application. Missing the [...]

At Akrami & Associates, we’ve seen immigration policy evolve with every administration, but this article originally examined Mark Carney’s May 2025 mandate letter. It now includes an update reviewed November 10, 2026, so historical policy context is not mistaken for current application rules. The May 21, 2025 mandate [...]

A low CRS score in Express Entry can be discouraging, especially when you have already invested time in language testing, education assessments and employment records. The useful next step is to identify what is limiting your profile and which alternatives actually fit your circumstances. An old draw [...]

​Historical March 2025 removal of CRS job-offer points​ Historical update: on March 25, 2025, IRCC removed the former additional CRS job-offer points. Current rules changed again on November 3, 2026; see the current-rule section below.  Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) implemented a historical change to the Express [...]

Bringing Your Girlfriend to Canada: From Visitor Visa to Spousal Sponsorship Embarking on the journey in bringing your girlfriend to Canada involves understanding the intricacies of immigration processes. Let's explore how you can obtain a visitor visa and then transition into spousal sponsorship, acknowledging that experiencing life together [...]

Choosing how to immigrate to Canada starts with your circumstances, not a ranking of supposedly easy programs. Employment history, education, language results, family relationships, intended destination and immigration status can lead to different assessments. A route that worked for another person may not be available [...]

Express Entry manages applications for three federal economic immigration programs. For a skilled worker, the first task is to establish eligibility for a program, then assess competitiveness for an invitation and the evidence needed for permanent residence. Joining the pool does not grant status in Canada or guarantee [...]

Navigating Canada’s Express Entry System: A Path to Immigration Amid High Competition The Express Entry system is Canada’s most popular immigration route for skilled workers looking to make the country their new home. However, as the demand for Canadian permanent residency soars, the system has become increasingly competitive, [...]

Understanding the Requirements for Express Entry in Canada Canada's Express Entry system is a popular pathway for skilled workers looking to immigrate to the country. Launched in January 2015, Express Entry manages applications for permanent residence through three federal economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the [...]

How to improve your CRS score for Express Entry Do you want to know how to improve your CRS score for Express Entry? Enhancing your CRS score involves a strategic approach, combining several factors to maximize your potential. Start by focusing on your educational credentials, ensuring all your [...]

Express Entry vs PNP: Which one should I apply? Are you considering your alternatives for immigration to Canada and attempting to choose between Express Entry vs PNP: Which one should I apply? We recognize that choosing this can be challenging. We'll compare these two routes in-depth  so you [...]

When a sponsorship refusal may be appealedA refusal of a family-class permanent resident visa may give the sponsor a right of appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD). Check the refusal letter, application class and statutory restrictions immediately. Not every sponsorship-related refusal has an IAD appeal route, and [...]