Immigration Articles & Updates
Practical Canadian immigration, refugee, appeals and enforcement information from Fourth Dimension Immigration.
Canadian immigration law, policy and program delivery change frequently. This section brings together articles and practical updates from Fourth Dimension Immigration on immigration, refugee protection, appeals, CBSA enforcement, work and study permits, permanent residence, citizenship and employer matters.
Articles are organized by subject and publication date so readers can distinguish current developments from historical guidance. Time-sensitive articles should always be read together with the latest official IRCC, IRB, CBSA and Federal Court information.
Important: Articles are general information and do not constitute legal advice. Immigration rules and policies may change, and every case depends on its own facts.
Updated May 2026 Canada’s International Mobility Program includes LMIA-exempt work-permit categories for certain foreign nationals whose work may create a significant economic, social or cultural benefit to Canada. These applications are highly fact-specific and…
Read Article →Updated October 2026 Eligibility for a spousal or common-law partner open work permit depends on the immigration category and current status of the principal applicant. Since January 21, 2025, Canada has significantly restricted family…
Read Article →Updated May 2026 Foreign nationals in Canada who hold an employer-specific work permit and are experiencing, or are at risk of experiencing, abuse in the workplace may have access to an open work permit…
Read Article →Published April 8, 2026 Permanent residence application fees can change periodically. Applicants preparing to submit an application should confirm the fee payable on the date of submission using the official Government of Canada fee…
Read Article →Published March 28, 2026 Saskatchewan announced a new application processing fee for certain Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program skilled-worker applications effective April 1, 2026. Applicants considering a provincial nomination should confirm the current stream requirements,…
Read Article →Why wage thresholds matter for LMIA applications For current employer requirements, see our LMIA services and high-wage LMIA guidance. Employment and Social Development Canada uses provincial and territorial wage thresholds to distinguish high-wage and…
Read Article →Accurate spousal information in Express Entry Express Entry applicants must provide truthful and complete information about marital and common-law status and whether a spouse or partner is accompanying. A person’s accompanying status can affect…
Read Article →Related FDI guidance: refugee protection services and consultation booking. Refugee protection and claims involving Pakistan Refugee claims from Pakistan can involve allegations of religious, sectarian, political, gender-based or ethnic persecution. Communities frequently discussed in…
Read Article →Related FDI guidance: provincial nominee programs and consultation booking. Overview of the June 3, 2025 OINP Draws On June 3, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program resumed invitations and issued 3,719 invitations across targeted…
Read Article →Appealing a refused refugee claim Some claimants whose refugee claims are refused by the Refugee Protection Division may have a right of appeal to the Refugee Appeal Division. Eligibility depends on the statutory rules…
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