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06/23/2026

🚨 The Reality of H&C (Humanitarian & Compassionate) Processing Times in Canada

Many people ask how long Humanitarian & Compassionate (H&C) applications actually take to process — and the answer is far from simple.

While IRCC’s official tool may show estimates like “more than 10 years”, this figure reflects a much deeper structural issue: demand far exceeds the system’s capacity to process applications each year.

With tens of thousands of files already in the queue and limited annual intake, the backlog continues to grow. This means that even if you apply today, real wait times can extend well beyond what the headline estimate suggests.

H&C is a discretionary and highly limited pathway — not a fast or predictable route to permanent residence.

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📢 Express Entry Update: New Invitations Issued! 🇨🇦The latest Express Entry draw on JUNE 23, 2026 has issued 4,000 invita...
06/23/2026

📢 Express Entry Update: New Invitations Issued! 🇨🇦

The latest Express Entry draw on JUNE 23, 2026 has issued 4,000 invitations for the CANADIAN EXPERIENCE CLASS category to apply for permanent residency. Check the details to see if you qualify!

For more details:
• Express Entry Rounds of Invitations: https://f.mtr.cool/agnzimfpdv

• Canada’s Express Entry System Explained — LJD Law PC: https://f.mtr.cool/tiwywbujev

Our team at LJD Law is ready to help you navigate through the Express Entry process. We provide personalized assistance in English, Tagalog, and French.

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06/23/2026

🎓 Can you convert a visitor visa into a study permit? 🤔

Watch Lou Janssen Dangzalan - Canadian Immigration Lawyer break it all down with Rhea Santos! 📺 Get the facts straight from the expert and see what options might be available for you.

💡 If you're looking for the best PR pathway for you in Canada,

don’t wait! Secure your spot today: ljd-law.ca/consultation

06/22/2026

Immigration trends are not based on rumors — they come from official government announcements.

If you want to stay informed, focus on:
✔️ Updates from immigration authorities
✔️ Announcements from government leaders
✔️ Changes in program requirements and new streams

These are the signals that shape eligibility, pathways, and opportunities.
Understanding where to look can help you make better, more informed decisions about your future in Canada.

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📢 Express Entry Update: New Invitations Issued! 🇨🇦The latest Express Entry draw on JUNE 22, 2026 has issued 955 invitati...
06/22/2026

📢 Express Entry Update: New Invitations Issued! 🇨🇦

The latest Express Entry draw on JUNE 22, 2026 has issued 955 invitations for the PROVINCIAL NOMINEE PROGRAM category to apply for permanent residency. Check the details to see if you qualify!

For more details:
• Express Entry Rounds of Invitations: https://f.mtr.cool/agnzimfpdv

• Canada’s Express Entry System Explained — LJD Law PC: https://f.mtr.cool/tiwywbujev

Our team at LJD Law is ready to help you navigate through the Express Entry process. We provide personalized assistance in English, Tagalog, and French.

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Client Testimonial 🤝 🤝 We're thankful for Rose's feedback on their experience with LJD Law. Our team is dedicated to pr...
06/22/2026

Client Testimonial 🤝 🤝

We're thankful for Rose's feedback on their experience with LJD Law. Our team is dedicated to providing thorough and responsive immigration services, ensuring clear communication and building trust with our clients.

If you need assistance with your immigration process, we're here to help. Contact us today to learn more about our services: www.ljd-law.ca/consultation

06/21/2026

A Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) is highly discretionary — and not everyone will qualify.

The key question immigration officers will ask is:
👉 Why must you stay in Canada instead of applying from outside?

This is what’s called an “overriding need.”

Without a strong and credible justification, a TRP application is unlikely to succeed. In certain cases — such as serious health considerations — remaining in Canada may be justified, but each situation is assessed individually.

Before applying, it’s important to understand what officers are actually looking for.

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06/21/2026

When your work permit is expiring and you don’t have an active PR application or nomination, the reality can be difficult. 🇨🇦

In this discussion, Lou Janssen Dangzalan - Canadian Immigration Lawyer talks about some of the limited options available for individuals in this situation.

One example is the Francophone Mobility Program, which may allow certain applicants with qualifying French language ability to apply for an LMIA-exempt work permit.

But what happens if someone does not qualify for another LMIA exemption?
Lou discusses a practice some individuals turn to: filing an incomplete or so-called “empty” work permit application — sometimes referred to as a “dummy application.”

The key point discussed:
• The law may technically allow it
• But that does not necessarily make it proper
• A complete work permit application is still generally expected by IRCC

The discussion also highlights an important reality: many people facing expiring status feel pressure because they have limited options available.

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06/20/2026

Not everyone can represent you in immigration court.

Only authorized immigration lawyers or licensed representatives are legally allowed to speak on your behalf.

Choosing the wrong person — even with good intentions — can put your case at risk.

When it comes to hearings, knowing who can legally represent you is just as important as your application itself.

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06/19/2026

How strict is Canada’s immigration “scrutiny” really in 2025? 🇨🇦

According to Lou Janssen Dangzalan - Canadian Immigration Lawyer, what many people call “scrutiny” is not always just about officers reviewing applications more carefully — it can also include inconsistencies in decision-making.

In some cases, applicants are seeing refusals that appear to lack clear justification, or decisions where key eligibility requirements (such as NOC alignment or provincial criteria) may not have been fully assessed.

This shift is also happening in a broader context. In 2025, Canada has been facing increased pressure from cost of living challenges, housing shortages, and public concern around immigration levels.

As a result, early signals of tighter assessment were first seen in study permits and in-Canada renewals, and this has now extended into permanent residence pathways — including Express Entry, PNPs, and even humanitarian and compassionate applications.

Today’s immigration environment is not only stricter, but also less predictable, making proper strategy more important than ever.

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