Foreign nationals are permitted to invest in Canadian real estate, with potential pathways to residency through investment. The market is characterized by population growth and demand for rental properties.
The Quebec Experience Program (QEP) will be reinstated from July 2, 2026, to July 2, 2028, with applications accepted in stages. The first stage runs July 2 to October 31, 2026, for applicants who obtained a Quebec diploma or eligible work experience.
Canada has suspended an undisclosed number of citizenship certificates issued under its new citizenship by descent law, citing documentation concerns. Of the 4,075 certificates issued since December, affected recipients have been ordered to return their documents.
Hungary's deputy foreign minister has stated that officials from the previous Orbรกn-era government used a discretionary 'national interest' pathway to grant EU citizenship to Canadian applicants with no Hungarian ties in exchange for payment. The route reportedly bypassed standard eligibility requirements.
Canggu one-bedroom villa rents are reported at around $1,200/month while local warung meals cost approximately $2. The guide covers neighborhood selection, visa options, and budget tiers for remote workers in Bali.
Madeira Remote in Funchal offers coliving accommodation bundled with coworking access and community events starting from โฌ60 per night, with a one-week minimum stay requirement and shared common spaces.
From June 9 to December 31, 2026, individuals in Canada who have applied for permanent residence under the Provincial Nominee Program may submit alternative proof of PR submission instead of an Acknowledgment of Receipt when applying for a work permit. Officers are authorized to temporarily accept this alternative evidence during this period.
Effective May 30, 2026, all nine existing Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) streams have been revoked as Ontario transitions to a redesigned immigration framework aimed at aligning with labour market needs. New draws across all streams are paused while the replacement framework is prepared for launch.
Effective June 5, 2026, IRCC expanded a temporary measure originally announced March 13, 2026, allowing eligible Quebec workers to obtain employer-specific work permits under the International Mobility Program to continue working for their current employer.