Almas Bibi

Canadian and U.S. Immigration Lawyer
Tweets ≠ Legal Advice

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

We’re looking to attract skilled professionals to fill Canada’s key labour shortages.

Discover Express Entry, our application management system for #SkilledWorkers seeking to immigrate permanently to Canada: https://t.co/Vomckl3scA

#ExpressEntry

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

New special measures will support people and communities across Canada directly affected by domestic natural disasters.

Find out who is eligible, how to apply and other details: https://t.co/MAThd45Ovm

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

New passport refund policy starting April 1, 2026: If your complete application isn’t processed within 30 business days, you’ll automatically receive a full refund: https://t.co/AXO0JeWOwE

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

Are you a #SkilledWorker who wants to work and settle in a rural and more remote Francophone minority community?

The Francophone Community Immigration Pilot might be what you’re looking for! We chose 6 communities that can support and benefit from skilled migrants like you:
•Acadian Peninsula (New Brunswick)
•Kelowna (British Columbia)
•St. Pierre Jolys (Manitoba)
•Sudbury (Ontario)
•Superior East Region (Ontario)
•Timmins (Ontario)

Find out who can apply for permanent residence through this pilot: https://t.co/tYyKEpCiTw

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

New eligibility rules are now in effect and will apply to all asylum claims made on or after June 3, 2025. These rules help keep the asylum system strong, fair and focused on providing protection to those who need it.

Rule #1: Asylum claims made more than 1 year after someone’s first entry into Canada after June 24, 2020, won’t be referred to the @IRB_Canada, even if the person has since left and returned.

Learn more: https://t.co/qbiqjAexUO

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

Bill C-12 is now law. New immigration and asylum measures are in effect: https://t.co/qbiqjAexUO

This Act strengthens Canada’s immigration and asylum systems in 4 key areas:
• Updated eligibility rules for asylum claims
• A more efficient asylum process
• Expanded domestic information sharing
• New authorities for immigration documents and applications

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

Canada is seeking top talent, including:
• medical doctors, researchers and senior managers with Canadian work experience
• workers with French-language proficiency
• health care and social services professionals
• tradespersons
• educators
• professionals in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) occupations
• professionals in transport occupations
These categories provide clear pathways to permanent residence for top international talent.

Find out how Express Entry category-based rounds of invitations work: https://t.co/GJ3QpiLVcL

[Travel.gc.ca @TravelGoC]

Canadians in the #MiddleEast:

There is ongoing military activity in the region. Be prepared to shelter in place if instructed by local authorities and monitor media to stay informed.

Read the advice for your destination: https://t.co/poL1pcMpx9

[Travel.gc.ca @TravelGoC]

Canadian citizens and permanent residents in the #MiddleEast needing emergency assistance can contact: [email protected]

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

Travelling to Canada for the FIFA World Cup 2026™? Remember that no one can guarantee you a Canadian visa or an electronic travel authorization (eTA). If someone contacts you by email, phone or text claiming they can, it’s a scam!

Learn how you can protect yourself from immigration fraud and scams: https://t.co/fb3paiDqGs

#FIFAWorldCup #WeAreCanada

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

French is an asset to work in Canada. Learn how Express Entry works and how you can benefit as a French speaker: https://t.co/cotcpkZ9hl

#ExpressEntry #FrCan

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

We’ve announced the 2026 Express Entry categories: https://t.co/5jPzYxI93k

Canada is seeking top talent, including:
•medical doctors, researchers and senior managers with Canadian work experience
•workers with French-language proficiency
•health care and social services professionals
•tradespersons
•educators
•professionals in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) occupations
•professionals in transport occupations

These categories provide clear pathways to permanent residence for top international talent.

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

Physicians are essential to strengthening Canada’s health care system and supporting communities across the country.

Yesterday, we issued 391 invitations to apply for permanent residence in the first Express Entry round for physicians with Canadian work experience.

Learn more about Express Entry invitation rounds: https://t.co/GJ3QpiLVcL

Learn more about Express Entry and how to apply: https://t.co/DpJq2P0FE4

#ExpressEntry

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

We’re looking to attract the world’s top talent to fill Canada’s key labour shortages.

Discover Express Entry, our application management system for #SkilledWorkers seeking to immigrate permanently to Canada: https://t.co/Vomckl3scA

#ExpressEntry

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

Yesterday, we announced a new Express Entry category for highly skilled foreign military applicants recruited by the Canadian Armed Forces for key roles such as military doctors, nurses, and pilots.

This category — and other priority categories — supports Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy announced earlier this week by adding a range of workers critical to supporting our sovereignty and security.

Learn more: https://t.co/5jPzYxI93k

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

Did you know? There are 5 options for medical doctors to apply to live and work in Canada permanently:
•Express Entry
•Provincial Nominee Program
•Atlantic Immigration Program
•Rural Community Immigration Pilot
•Francophone Community Immigration Pilot

Explore these programs and how to apply today: https://t.co/WppZIgz9GP

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

The data for the full year 2025 is now available. Canada saw approximately 53% (361,935) fewer arrivals of new students and temporary workers compared to 2024:
•61% (177,595) fewer new students
•47% (184,340) fewer new temporary workers

See the updated temporary resident arrivals data: https://t.co/lh6Tfi3ieD

[Nicholas Keung 姜巧樂 @nkeung]

CALLOUT: @TorontoStar hoping to speak with temporary residents in Canada, who are struggling with their status or not having any option to stay here once their status expires. Pls DM me or email me at [email protected] 🙏 @AskKubeir

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

Important information for international students who plan to work while studying:
•You can only work in Canada as an international student if your study permit conditions say you can.
•If you are eligible to work off campus, you can only work up to 24 hours per week while classes are in session.
•Working more than you are allowed is a violation of your study permit conditions, which can have serious consequences.

Learn more: https://t.co/GNyqJaoFfL

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

#DidYouKnow? Canadian youth aged 18 to 35 can work and travel in over 35 destinations through International Experience Canada. Set out on an exciting adventure where you can gain international work experience, improve your language skills, and create lifelong memories!

Apply for a permit today: https://t.co/W5ycwqVKGC