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The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) introduced new contact procedures effective March 2, 2026.
Applicants must now submit inquiries via designated web forms instead of email. This shift aims to make the application process more efficient and cut down response times. French-speaking applicants can still reach out through the immigreraumanitoba.com mailbox.
Program officials ask those waiting for replies to earlier emails not to resubmit requests, as duplicate submissions slow down processing for all users. The MPNP team continues to work through inquiries submitted before the deadline.
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has once again prioritized healthcare professionals in the latest round of targeted invitations through the Express Entry system. This strategic focus underscores the government's ongoing commitment to addressing critical workforce shortages across the nation's essential health services.
The category-based selection mechanism allows Canada to invite candidates who possess specific in-demand skills, moving beyond the previous comprehensive ranking system (CRS) score-only approach. By specifically inviting candidates aligned with the healthcare sector, IRCC ensures that new permanent residents can quickly integrate into roles where labor needs are most acute.
This latest draw signals consistency in IRCC's immigration planning, utilizing targeted draws to meet specific economic and demographic goals. For individuals working in various healthcare occupations, this targeted approach provides a more predictable pathway to permanent residency, provided they meet the criteria established for that specific category.
The emphasis on healthcare occupations is a direct response to provincial and territorial demands for skilled workers capable of filling roles ranging from nursing to specialized medical technicians. Successful candidates in these draws will now proceed with their applications, contributing valuable expertise to the Canadian healthcare landscape.
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A temporary public policy allowing Iranians in Canada to apply for open work permits has officially expired. The policy, which was available to Iranian nationals who arrived in Canada by February 28, 2025, ended at midnight on March 1, 2026.
It had offered open work permits, priority processing, and the option to apply for study permits from within Canada.
Originally introduced in February 2023 following civil unrest in Iran after Mahsa Amini's death, the policy was part of Canada's broader humanitarian response to global crises. Similar measures have supported displaced individuals from Ukraine, Haiti, Gaza, and Sudan.
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has clarified how work permits will be issued to applicants under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) in 2026. Candidates who have submitted a complete permanent residence application under either pilot and hold a valid job offer may qualify for a work permit valid for up to two years while their PR application is processed.
These work permits are exempt from the labour market impact assessment (LMIA) requirement, simplifying the process for both applicants and employers.
Family members included in the PR application may also be eligible for LMIA-exempt work permits. These programs represent a practical approach to immigration that considers the needs of smaller communities across the country.
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