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Canada’s 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan targets 380,000 permanent resident admissions in 2026, with 63% in the economic category, alongside 385,000 new temporary resident arrivals.
Canadian immigration applications have specific requirements, and false or misleading information can lead to refusal and, in cases of misrepresentation, a ban of at least 5 years. If using a paid representative, ensure they are authorized by Canadian law. You remain responsible for the information submitted with your application. Accurate information and complete documentation matter at every step.
Legal Help for Canadian Immigration
Canada’s 2026 – 2028 Immigration Levels Plan sets a target of 380,000 permanent resident admissions in 2026, with economic immigration accounting for approximately 63% of planned admissions. At the same time, Canada is adjusting its immigration system to manage temporary-resident levels and align immigration with economic and labour-market priorities. Canadian Immigration laws are also very dynamic, and failing to include an important criterion, or inserting an incorrect one can result in refusal, delay, or even ban for five years in cases of misrepresentation. Experts at Neximm Immigration Law provide straightforward and practical legal assistance for visas, permits and travel to Canada.
Whether you are applying for a visitor visa, determining if you require an eTA, providing your biometrics, understanding your rights as a worker, or understanding why you were refused or understanding your GCMS notes, we explain your options in simple terms. We also can identify immigration fraud, since you are responsible for everything in your application, regardless of who you have submitted it to.
Each set of facts is unique, and our advice is informed by the facts and the latest information from the official Government of Canada. Get trusted guidance from Neximm to understand your Canada immigration options and take the next step with confidence.
Our Legal Advice
Legal advice is based on the facts of your case, your rights and remedies under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and the IRPR, and outlines your options, risks, and next steps. It assists you to decide on a pathway, prepare a good application for a pathway and to understand or respond to a refusal.
There is no guarantee of approval. Only IRCC officers can make the final decision, and you do not need to use a representative to apply. If you choose to pay someone to advise or represent you, they need to be authorized; either a lawyer or Quebec notary in good standing with the law society or the Chambre des notaires du Québec, or a licensed consultant in good standing with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants. IRCC will not deal with paid representatives that are not authorized. Be sure that your representative is authorized.
How to Avoid Fraud
Scammers create fake websites, emails, text messages, phone calls and videos on social media promising “immigration deals.” Protect yourself:
- Never give money to anyone who promises to get you a visa or who says he has influence with the officers.
- IRCC will never call applicants to ask for money or deportation.
- Fill in and pay fees on official Canada.ca pages.
If you are targeted, please contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (1-888-495-8501) and follow the guide to reporting scams, fraud or abuse from IRCC. Report immigration consultants to the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants or their law society.
Canadian Workers' Rights.
Temporary foreign workers are protected by Canadian labour laws. Employers have to pay you, maintain a safe workplace, and they can’t take your passport or work permit from you. An employer-specific permit requires a signed employment agreement with regards to job, pay and max weeks. Refuse dangerous work and not be punished or deported for contacting an employment standards office. Conditions are different in each province; refer to IRCC’s temporary foreign worker rights and labour standards.
Call 9-1-1 in an emergency, call Service Canada’s confidential tip line (1-866-602-9448) or report online if you are at risk or being abused. If you are under certain conditions, you may be eligible for an open work permit for vulnerable workers, which means that you can work for virtually any other employer (exceptions apply).
What is electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)?
An eTA is an electronic document that is given to visa-exempt foreign nationals traveling to or transiting through a Canadian airport. It can cost CAD$7, is affixed to your passport and is typically approved within minutes. You can fill out the Government of Canada eTA website.
- How long is it valid? Until the passport expires or up to 5 years. The eTA is a new document to be used with a new passport.
- Who needs one? Those who arrive by air and not sea or land who do not require a visa. Citizens of certain countries require a visa for entry into the country may be eligible for entry without a visa (air only).
- Who is exempt? U.S. citizens and U.S. legal permanent residents (LPRs) (with proof of residency). Canadian citizens (including dual citizens) must have a valid Canadian passport and permanent residents must have a PR card or travel document.
- What if I have entered the wrong passport number? Please verify your approval email, if it is incorrect, please re-apply.
- Does an eTA entitle you to enter? No. The final decision is at the discretion of the border services officer.
GCMS Notes
GCMS notes are case notes generated by a GCMS, which are internal records of the officers of the IRCC. They are able to explain the reasons behind a choice.
- Office decision notes: IRCC provides these with the majority of visitor, super and transit visas, visitor records, study permits and work permits (from July 29, 2025) and permanent residence applications (from May 26, 2026) refusals. Parts may be cut off and eTAs, temporary resident permits and humanitarian/compassionate applications are not included. For details on why applications are refused, see Explanation of application refusals.
- Full file: Make a request for your personal information, as per the Privacy Act, which is open to all and available without charge, anywhere. Requests under the Access to Information Act will be charged CAN$5. A consent form (IMM 5744) signed by the representative is required. There is a 30 calendar day window for the responses, which may be extended.
Where a decision has been made without reasons, but a note, request Federal Court review of the decision. The time frame for the deadlines are short, so seek legal counsel as soon as possible. Read IRCC’s access to information and privacy page.