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CEC Express Entry Cutoff May Rise After Pool Update

CEC Express Entry Cutoff May Rise After Pool Update

Why did the 501–600 band grow while the overall pool shrank? The overall pool contracted because more profiles expired or were removed in lower CRS bands than were added across all ranges. Meanwhile, many candidates improved scores through language retests, additional Canadian work experience, and education upgrades, moving upward into the 501–600 band. This upward […]

May 2026 CRA Upcoming Benefit Payments

May 2026 CRA Upcoming Benefit Payments

Can I receive CRA benefits as a newcomer before I file my first Canadian tax return? Yes, some CRA benefits are available before filing your first tax return. Newcomers with a valid Social Insurance Number can apply for the Canada Child Benefit immediately. However, many provincial programs, including the Ontario Trillium Benefit and Alberta Child […]