The Final Day: What Happens If You Don't Digitize Your Employment Record Book on Time
Ukrainians who began working before January 1, 2004, should digitize their employment record books by June 10, 2026. The Pension Fund will accept scanned copies even after the deadline, and their insurance record will not be lost.
Alberta Unveils 30-Year Plan for Passenger Rail
Alberta unveiled a 30-year plan for passenger rail development: a high-speed Calgary–Edmonton line, a route to Banff, airport trains, and commuter lines.
The CRTC is eliminating additional fees for changing or canceling service plans
Effective June 12, 2026, the CRTC is waiving certain fees for activating, changing, and canceling mobile and home internet plans in Canada.
Processing times for temporary residence applications in Canada have been slightly reduced
IRCC's updated processing times for applications for temporary residence in Canada: work permits, study permits, visitor visas, and super visas. What has changed, and why these processing times are not a guarantee.
Canada is replacing the GST/HST credit with a new payment
Starting in July 2026, the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit will replace the GST/HST credit. Payments will increase by 25%, and eligibility will be determined automatically through tax returns.
New rules will take effect in Canada in June: what will change for people and businesses
New federal regulations regarding mobile communications, the internet, synthetic opioids, and toxic substances will take effect in Canada this June. Find out what will change for consumers and businesses.
Alberta is now accepting applications for student loans and grants for the 2026–27 academic year
Starting June 3, students in Alberta can apply for loans and grants for the 2026–27 academic year. The province is investing over $1 billion in student aid and is changing the way financial need is assessed for some applicants.
Alberta is switching to a “single card”: what will change for driver’s licenses, IDs, and health insurance numbers
Starting July 2, new driver’s licenses and ID cards in Alberta will include an Alberta Health Care number and a citizenship indicator, where applicable.
Canada is preparing major changes to Express Entry: what might change for immigrants
Canada is considering reforms to Express Entry and the CRS: the programs may be merged, and new requirements regarding language proficiency, work experience, education, and points may be introduced for permanent resident applicants.
A Ukrainian man has challenged the denial of his request for protection against deportation from Canada
A Canadian federal court overturned the denial of a PRRA application for a Ukrainian citizen and found the argument regarding “general risk” during wartime to be problematic.
Ukraine and Canada are launching joint production of Ukrainian drones
Ukraine and Canada are launching a joint defense project to manufacture Ukrainian reconnaissance drones in Canada for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Alberta has approved a referendum question on the province's future as part of Canada
Alberta has approved the questions for a referendum to be held on October 19, 2026, regarding the province’s future as part of Canada and a potential secession process.