The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Canada's Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, is scheduled to announce new information regarding Express Entry immigration categories during a keynote speech at the Canadian Club in Toronto. The speech will take place on February 18, 2026, starting at 12:40 p.m. ET. Following the address, there will be a media availability session at 1:45 p.m. ET to provide additional details and answer questions. Media representatives are required to register in advance to attend both the event and the media session. This announcement from IRCC signals forthcoming updates or changes related to the Express Entry system, a key pathway for skilled immigrants to Canada.
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