In 2026, the transition to Permanent Residency (PR) is more competitive and highly targeted toward those already contributing to the Canadian economy. IRCC is currently prioritizing ‘in-land’ applicants in high-demand sectors as well as those with strong French-language proficiency.

The minimum work experience for category-based selection was increased from 6 months to 12 months in February 2026. In 2026, IRCC has shifted toward highly targeted draws, introducing new categories for Senior Managers, Researchers, and Transport workers with at least one year of experience. This means if your profession falls within these priority sectors, you can receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) with a significantly lower CRS score than general draws.

• Expiry → We build a “Bridging Strategy” to keep you legal while you wait.
• The “Black Hole” Anxiety →  We provide GCMS insight & active file management.
• The “One-Chance” Stress → A single missing document or a minor error in your “Duties and Responsibilities” leading to an immediate, non-refundable refusal. Because we operate at the RCIC-IRB level, we treat every application like a legal submission.

The total cost and processing time depend on your immigration program, documents, and personal circumstances. At Altezza Immigration, we provide a clear breakdown of all fees, government charges, and expected timelines so you know what to budget and how long each step will take.