A new report from Statistics Canada provides fresh insights into how Canadians use English and French in daily life.
Data from the 2022 Survey on the Official Language Minority Population shows that most minority language adults who claim bilingual skills have high oral proficiency in their second official language. Most individuals who report speaking both English and French at home use both languages every day.
The report also highlights that adults raised in bilingual homes often feel more comfortable speaking English.
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July 20, 2026
The Government of Nova Scotia has announced a one-time expansion of its 2026 selection priorities under the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).
In addition to previously identified priority occupations, the province will consider active EOIs submitted on or before June 30, 2026, from candidates who are already living and working in Nova Scotia and whose work permits expire in 2026 or earlier.
The expanded selection includes workers in key TEER 0–4 occupations supporting priority sectors, Nova Scotia graduates employed in TEER 0–5 occupations, candidates working outside the Halifax Regional Municipality, certain Sales and Service workers meeting wage thresholds, and applicants earning at least CAD 27 per hour. Existing EOIs remain active, and selected candidates will be contacted directly by the province.
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July 16, 2026
Recent reports highlight a troubling trend concerning Canada's immigration system, specifically focusing on the personal challenges faced by individuals attempting to reunite with their family members. Many residents are expressing deep concern as they navigate bureaucratic hurdles that prevent their loved ones from visiting the country.
The core of the issue lies in the increasing difficulty of securing visitor visas and processing times that many families find prohibitively slow. For those who have made Canada their home, the inability to host parents or other relatives has become a significant source of emotional distress and frustration.
As these stories gain public attention, questions are being raised about the transparency and accessibility of current immigration policies. The impact on families is profound, turning what should be routine travel arrangements into complex, often impossible, administrative challenges.
Critics of the current system suggest that stricter regulations and processing backlogs are disproportionately affecting immigrant communities. These families are now calling for a more compassionate approach that considers the human element of immigration rather than relying solely on rigid procedural requirements.
While the government maintains that safety and security are paramount, the public discourse suggests a growing disconnect between official policy and the practical needs of residents. The ongoing debate underscores the need for a more balanced strategy that facilitates family reunification while maintaining national standards.
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July 15, 2026
Canada's Auditor General told the House of Commons Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration that IRCC successfully reduced the number of new study permits issued under recent International Student Program reforms but failed to address several critical integrity weaknesses.
According to the audit, more than 153,000 potential cases of study permit non-compliance were identified in 2023 and 2024, yet only about 4,000 investigations were launched.
The report also found that 800 cases of fraud were detected after study permits had already been approved, but no follow-up action was taken. In many cases, those individuals later applied for other temporary or permanent immigration programs, with more than half of those applications ultimately approved.
The Auditor General called for stronger risk management, more effective fraud investigations, and better oversight to protect the integrity of Canada's international student system.
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July 15, 2026
