Alberta is considering allowing certain private medical tests without a doctor's referral
The Alberta government is proposing to allow certain private preventive screenings without a doctor’s referral. Here’s what Bill 29 entails, what might change, and why the new rules haven’t taken effect yet.
Canada has backed visa-free travel for Ukrainians
At the Liberal Party of Canada convention, delegates supported a resolution calling for visa-free travel for Ukrainians on short trips of up to 90 days. Here’s an explanation of what exactly was voted on and why the final decision still needs to be made by the Canadian government.
Air Canada is launching a pilot program to expedite the handling of passenger complaints
Air Canada has launched a pilot program to expedite the resolution of passenger complaints through independent arbitration. Here’s how the new system works and what it means for customers.
IRCC has updated the processing times: work permit — 253 days
Find out what IRCC processing times are in effect for April 2026, and how long applicants are currently waiting for work permit renewals, citizenship, permanent resident cards, and other immigration categories.
No longer the “51st state”? Trump has assured that he will not invade Canada
Donald Trump stated that he does not consider Canada's annexation to the United States to be a realistic possibility and has effectively abandoned the idea of making it the 51st state.
In Calgary, 163 traffic accidents occurred over a 12-hour period during a spring snowstorm
In Calgary, 163 traffic accidents were reported over a 12-hour period due to spring snowfall, fog, and freezing rain. Police are urging drivers to exercise extreme caution.
One in four Canadians supports joining the EU
A new poll has shown that 25% of Canadians support joining the EU, while 58% believe the idea is worth serious consideration.
The Province of Alberta has introduced a new fee for submitting a “Worker Expression of Interest” application
Find out how AAIP introduced a new $135 fee for submitting a Worker Expression of Interest, when it took effect, and how this will impact immigration planning in Alberta.
The Passport Service in Toronto has launched a service for forwarding previously issued documents
Find out how to obtain a previously issued passport through the document forwarding service at the Passport Office in Toronto, and what you need to do so.
Enough signatures have been collected in Alberta for a referendum on independence
Separatists in Alberta have announced that they have collected enough signatures for an independence referendum. The petition still needs to be verified, and Danielle Smith is ready to initiate the process once it has been verified.
Canada has introduced special benefits for victims of natural disasters
IRCC has introduced special measures for victims of natural disasters in Canada. Here’s who is eligible for the new benefits, which documents can be replaced, how to apply, and what the current deadlines are.
Canada has allocated nearly $40 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine
Canada has announced the allocation of 51.1 million Canadian dollars in humanitarian aid to Ukraine. The funds will be directed toward medical care, food, housing, support for veterans, and the development of inclusive public services.