Working in Canada without a work permit: what changed for judges and referees at sporting events
IRCC updated work permit exemption requirements for judges and referees at international sporting events. New criteria, documents and exemption codes.
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IRCC updated work permit exemption requirements for judges and referees at international sporting events. New criteria, documents and exemption codes.
IRCC has revised its guidelines for humanitarian and compassionate applications. Learn what officers now require when assessing discretion, discrimination, and evidence.
OINP only asks employers for a job offer and consent form — no sponsorship, no LMIA ad. Business thresholds and deadlines explained for 2026.
Foreign workers with a work permit can study for up to 6 months without a study permit. Who qualifies, what limits apply, and how it affects PR in Canada.
The Express Entry pool hit a record 226,673 candidates, and 6,291 invitations went out in one week, including a 3,500-invitation healthcare draw. The numbers and outlook.
Official processing times for visas, permits, and sponsorship in Canada as of September 2026. Express Entry, work, study permits, and family sponsorship: how long to wait.