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09/03/2026

🚨 EXPRESS ENTRY UPDATE FOR PHYSICIANS 🇨🇦

Canada has issued 229 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to physicians with Canadian work experience through the Express Entry system.

Latest Draw Details

✅ 229 ITAs Issued
🎯 CRS Cut-Off Score: 198
📅 Profile Created Before: August 6, 2026, at 7:40 p.m. UTC
👨‍⚕️ Category: Physicians with Canadian Work Experience

This targeted draw creates another important pathway for qualified physicians already contributing to Canada’s healthcare system and seeking permanent residence.

If you are a physician with Canadian work experience, this may be the right time to review your Express Entry profile and understand your PR options.

📞 Gogna Immigration: (780) 244-1907
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09/01/2026

🚨 ALBERTA IMMIGRATION UPDATE: 767 CANDIDATES INVITED IN LATEST AAIP DRAWS! 🇨🇦

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) continues to select candidates for provincial nomination, with two recent draws held between August 14 and August 19, 2026.

A total of 767 candidates received invitations across the two selection rounds.

📌 Latest AAIP Draw Results

🟢 August 14, 2026 | Alberta Opportunity Stream
• 743 invitations issued
• Minimum score: 58

🏥 August 19, 2026 | Dedicated Health Care Pathway, Non-Express Entry
• 24 invitations issued
• Minimum score: 60

The Alberta Opportunity Stream accounted for approximately 96.9% of invitations issued across these two draws.

Alberta continues to use its immigration programs to address labour market needs and attract workers across important sectors such as healthcare, technology, construction, manufacturing, aviation, and agriculture.

📊 AAIP in 2026 so far:
• 71 draws conducted as of August 25
• 11,982 invitations issued
• 4,560 provincial nominations issued

If you are currently working in Alberta or considering Alberta as your pathway to Canadian permanent residence, understanding which AAIP stream fits your profile can make a significant difference.

📞 Gogna Immigration: (780) 244-1907
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08/25/2026

Express Entry August 2026 Draws: French CRS Drops to 382

Canada held three important Express Entry invitation rounds from August 17 to August 19, 2026. Together, the rounds issued 6,442 invitations to apply across the Provincial Nominee Program, Canadian Experience Class and French-language proficiency category.

The largest round was the August 19 French-language proficiency draw, which invited 5,000 candidates with a CRS cut-off of 382. The same week also included a Canadian Experience Class round at CRS 523 and a Provincial Nominee Program round at CRS 760.

For applicants in Edmonton and across Alberta, the message is practical: a strong Express Entry strategy in 2026 is not just about one CRS score. It is about matching the right draw type, keeping documents current, reviewing French eligibility where realistic, and comparing federal options with Alberta pathways.

Gogna Immigration Inc. is an Edmonton immigration consultancy that helps applicants assess Express Entry, French-language options, Alberta pathways and permanent residence documentation.

Learn More:

Canada issued 6,442 Express Entry invitations across PNP, CEC and French-language rounds from August 17 to 19, 2026. Here is what Alberta applicants should review now.

08/18/2026

🚨 ALBERTA IMMIGRATION UPDATE: 367 CANDIDATES INVITED! 🇨🇦

Alberta continues to target skilled workers in high-demand sectors through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP).

Between August 4 and August 12, 2026, Alberta conducted 5 targeted draws and invited 367 candidates to apply for provincial nomination.

📌 Latest AAIP Draws:

🏥 Healthcare: 107 invitations across two targeted draws
💻 Accelerated Tech Pathway: 95 invitations
🌾 Agriculture: 38 invitations
🏡 Rural Renewal Stream: 127 invitations

The draws targeted candidates with minimum scores ranging from 51 to 66, with the healthcare priority-sector draw recording a cut-off of 66.

Alberta continues to prioritize workers in key sectors including healthcare, technology, construction, manufacturing, aviation, and agriculture to support the province's labour market needs.

📊 2026 So Far:
More than 11,215 candidates have been invited to apply through the AAIP.

If you work in an in-demand occupation and are considering permanent residence in Alberta, now may be the right time to review your immigration options.

📞 Gogna Immigration: (780) 244-1907
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08/15/2026

🇮🇳 Happy Independence Day, India! 🇮🇳

Today, we celebrate the spirit of freedom, unity, courage, and the countless sacrifices that shaped a proud and independent India.

From its rich heritage and diverse cultures to the dreams and achievements of Indians around the world, August 15 is a day to honour our roots and look forward to an even brighter future.

Gogna Immigration wishes the entire Indian community in Canada, India, and across the world a very Happy Independence Day!

May the tricolour always fly high and inspire generations to move forward with pride, hope, and unity.

Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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08/11/2026

🚨 BIG ALBERTA IMMIGRATION UPDATE: 200 MORE NOMINATION SPOTS FOR 2026! 🇨🇦

Good news for workers hoping to make Alberta their permanent home.

The federal government has granted the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) an additional 200 provincial nomination spaces for 2026, increasing Alberta’s total allocation from 6,403 to 6,603 nominations.

Where Are the Additional Spaces Going?

Several important AAIP streams have received increased allocations:

✅ Alberta Opportunity Stream: +137
✅ Rural Renewal Stream: +57
✅ Tourism & Hospitality Stream: +6
✅ Dedicated Health Care Pathways: +18
✅ Accelerated Tech Pathway: +19

Alberta continues to prioritize workers who can help meet critical labour needs in sectors including:

🏥 Healthcare
💻 Technology
🏗️ Construction
🏭 Manufacturing
✈️ Aviation
🌾 Agriculture

As of July 30, Alberta had already issued 3,892 nominations, with 2,711 nomination spaces remaining for 2026.

If you are currently working in Alberta or have experience in one of the province’s priority sectors, this increased allocation could create additional opportunities for permanent residence.

📞 Speak with Gogna Immigration to explore your eligibility and options.

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08/11/2026

AAIP August 2026 Update: Alberta Adds 200 Nomination Spaces
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Alberta has received 200 additional nomination spaces for 2026 through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program. The province says its annual AAIP allocation has increased to 6,603 nominations.

For workers in Edmonton and across Alberta, the update is more than a larger number. It helps show where provincial selection is moving, which pathways remain competitive and why applicants should prepare documents before an invitation arrives.

Gogna Immigration Inc. is an Edmonton immigration consultancy that helps workers, families and employers assess Alberta pathways, federal Express Entry options and permanent residence documentation.

Learn More:

Alberta's August 10, 2026 AAIP update adds 200 nomination spaces and confirms current Worker EOI inventory. Learn what Alberta workers should review now.

08/05/2026

🚨 ALBERTA IMMIGRATION UPDATE | AGRICULTURE & CONSTRUCTION WORKERS INVITED 🚨

Alberta continues to prioritize skilled workers in key industries through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP).

Between July 16 and July 21, 2026, Alberta held two targeted Express Entry draws, inviting workers in the Agriculture and Construction sectors to apply for provincial nomination.

Draw Highlights

📅 July 21, 2026
🏗️ Construction Priority Sector
✅ 53 Invitations Issued
🎯 Minimum Score: 65

📅 July 16, 2026
🌾 Agriculture Priority Sector
✅ 29 Invitations Issued
🎯 Minimum Score: 56

Overall Results

✔ 82 Invitations Issued across both draws
✔ 64 AAIP draws conducted in 2026 (as of July 21)
✔ 10,828 candidates invited through the AAIP in 2026 (as of July 30)

These draws recorded the highest cut-off scores of the year for both the Agriculture and Construction priority sectors, reflecting Alberta's continued focus on attracting skilled workers to meet labour market demands.

If you have experience in agriculture, construction, or another in-demand occupation, you may have a pathway to permanent residence through Alberta's immigration programs.

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07/30/2026

🇨🇦 CANADA NOW OFFERS ONLINE PASSPORT RENEWALS 💻

Canadian citizens can now renew eligible passports online, making the renewal process more convenient and accessible.

Who May Qualify?

✅ Canadian citizens aged 16 or older
✅ Passport issued within the past 15 years
✅ Canadian residential and mailing address
✅ Digital passport photo taken by a commercial photographer within the past six months
✅ Passport already expired or expiring within the next six months

Eligible applicants can upload supporting documents online, keep their original documents, and receive real-time updates throughout the application process.

The standard processing time is approximately 20 business days, excluding mailing time. In-person and mail-in renewal options will also remain available.

Before applying, carefully review the eligibility requirements and ensure all information and documents are complete.

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07/28/2026

🚨 POLICY UPDATE | IRCC ISSUES NEW INSTRUCTIONS FOR TEMPORARY PUBLIC POLICY APPLICANTS 🚨

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued new instructions that affect applicants seeking permanent residence under temporary public policies.

Effective July 22, 2026, immigration officers cannot grant Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) exemptions to waive eligibility requirements established by a temporary public policy.

Key Changes

❌ H&C exemptions cannot be used to overcome requirements set out in temporary public policies.

✅ Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements of the temporary public policy to qualify for permanent residence.

📌 If an application is refused because the requirements are not met, applicants may need to submit a separate permanent residence application requesting consideration on Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds, where applicable.

Important to Know

This policy applies only to permanent residence applications submitted under temporary public policies.

For other eligible in-Canada permanent residence applications, immigration officers may still consider Humanitarian and Compassionate requests where the law allows.

If you're applying for permanent residence under a temporary public policy and are unsure how these changes affect your case, our experienced team can help you understand your options.

📍 17415 105 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5S 2G8
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