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Derek Shank
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Derek is Senior Manager, Content & Product at CIC News and CanadaVisa.

From his early childhood, Derek had his head buried in books, excited to explore new worlds. This curiosity led him to a PhD in English Literature, where he studied the aesthetics of Romantic Hellenism.

Derek took his love of sharing knowledge to the private sector. From financial planning, to IT research, to immigration, Derek has built his career around his passion for uncovering and communicating insights that have a positive impact on people’s lives.

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Major changes announced in IRCC’s 2025-2026 Departmental Plan
The Canadian flag atop a Government of Canada building with the official Canada watermark.
McMaster and PEI launch program for internationally-trained physicians
The McMaster University Health Campus in Hamilton, Ontario. A few trees and a building are visible in the background.
The easiest occupations to break into to qualify for category-based draws under Express Entry
Group of Diverse Multiethnic People with Various Job
New bill would restore citizenship to lost Canadians
People celebrating Canada Day.
Quebec announces proposed immigration plans for 2026 – 2029
The Quebec flag flying on top of a hill at sunset.
New bill would rein in asylum claims
A picture of the Canadian parliament building as night falls.
IRCC changes rules for maintained status
IRCC has changed the rules for maintained status.
IRCC extends policy allowing foreign workers on closed work permits to change employers
Three warehouse workers are posing for a photo
How Provincial Nominee Program closures can benefit skilled workers in Canada
A man holds a Canadian flag across his back
Lost CRS points for arranged employment? Boost your score with language tests
Student sits at desk in front of laptop in library, writing on notepad with a pen.
Missed out on PR through the BC PNP as an international graduate? Here are your other options for pursuing PR
a woman looking at Vancouver, BC Canada harbor.
Will the federal government ever fix the Citizenship Act?
A father draped in a Canadian flag and a daughter sit on a lake pier
Special work permits will be available for Manitoba PNP candidates
Clouds streaking across a vibrant blue sky at Pinawa Dam Provincial Park, as well as a body of water, trees, and large flat rocks.
Major changes to British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal cherry blossom flowers in full bloom.
How to get certified to teach in Canada
female teacher smiling in the class at school
Avoid hidden taxes on your TFSA holdings
Home Care Worker Child Care Pilot has hit its cap
A caregiver attends to a child in a classroom environment.
Home Care Worker Home Support Pilot hits cap on first day open
A home care worker attends to a patient in a well lit room.
Yukon moves to new system for PR nominations
Summer day in Yukon Canada with the majestic Emerald lake in the background
Canada removes bonus CRS points for arranged employment from Express Entry
A scenic shot of Ottawa Government Palace from the angle of bright red tulips
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