FRANCIS LAW

09/08/2025

✨ New Language Test for Canadian Immigration ✨

Great news for anyone planning to apply for Canadian permanent residence! 🎉

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will soon begin accepting the TOEFL Essentials test as proof of English language proficiency. While it’s not active yet, IRCC will update their official pages once acceptance begins.

This means that in addition to CELPIP, IELTS, and PTE Core, you’ll soon have another option to demonstrate your English level for economic immigration programs like:

1) Express Entry-managed programs:
* Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
* Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
* Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
2) Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
3) Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)*
*Note: PNPs are managed by provinces and territories, which may choose whether or not to accept TOEFL Essentials.

👉 About TOEFL Essentials:

Measures listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills through practical, real-life tasks

Duration: ~1.5 hours

Available at secure test centres in Canada and worldwide

Instant unofficial scores for listening & reading; official results in about 6 days.

Stay tuned for IRCC updates on when and where you can take the test.

09/04/2025

Express Entry: 4,500 candidates invited in third draw of the week.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.

The immigration department issued 4,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with proficiency in French.

To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have:
* A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 446;
* Created an Express Entry candidate profile before 7:21 a.m. (UTC)
on 16 June 2025.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with proficiency in French. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Compr...

09/02/2025

IMMIGRATION TO CANADA

At Francis Law, we are proud to help individuals and families make Canada their home. Our team is committed to supporting clients with all types of immigration matters - whether it’s applications, appeals, or navigating the legal process with care and dedication.

If you are currently in Canada on a temporary status and looking to make your stay permanent, we are here to help guide you through the process.

Whether you are applying for permanent residence, refugee protection, or other immigration programs, our team is ready to stand by your side on your journey to building a new life in Canada.

Call us at (587) 353-5535 or email [email protected]

With care,

Francis Law

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