AI gets key Canadian immigration questions wrong, i.e., many foreign nationals are increasingly turning to AI for answers to their immigration questions and in many cases, they’re receiving inaccurate or outdated information.
Below, you’ll find the questions asked, the bot’s answers, and what it got wrong.
Can I Get More CRS Points Through A Labour Market Impact Assessment?
AI Answer – Incorrect (Outdated Information)
The chatbot responded:
“Yes, you can receive CRS points for a valid job offer supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), but certain conditions must be met.”
It also explained that a job offer can contribute either 50 or 200 points under Canada’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), depending on the occupation type.
Correct Answer:
You cannot.
As of March 25, 2025, Express Entry candidates no longer receive additional CRS points for having a valid job offer supported by an LMIA. This was initially introduced as a “temporary” measure, but so far, no timeline has been given on when or if this policy will end.
What Categories Are Eligible For Category-Based Selection Draws?
AI Answer – Incorrect (Outdated Information)
The bot correctly explained what category-based selection draws are but listed six outdated categories:
- Healthcare occupations
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) occupations
- Trade occupations
- Transport occupations
- Agriculture and Agri-food occupations
- French-language proficiency
Correct Answer:
This response contained three errors:
- Transport occupations are no longer a category.
- An Education category has been introduced.
- The “Healthcare” category has been renamed to “Healthcare and Social Services.”
These changes officially took effect on February 27, 2025.
How Many Fields Of Study Are Eligible For PGWP?
AI Answer – Incorrect (Outdated Information)
The bot responded that eligibility for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) depends on whether a program’s field (via CIP code) is on the official government list.
It also said that 920 fields of study were recognized as eligible as of July 4.
Correct Answer:
There are currently 1,107 PGWP-eligible programs.
The most recent update occurred in July 2025, when IRCC postponed the removal of certain programs from the list to early 2026.
Which Provinces And Territories Received PNP Allocation Increases?
AI Answer – Incorrect (Outdated Information)
The chatbot listed the following provinces as having received increased Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allocations:
- Alberta
- Saskatchewan
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- New Brunswick
Correct Answer:
In addition to those listed above, the following provinces and territories have also received increased nomination allocations:
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- Yukon
- The Northwest Territories
Can I Currently Apply For Canada’s Homecare Worker Pilots?
AI Answer – Incorrect (Outdated Information)
The bot stated that the program opened on March 31 and that “some application caps may already have been reached.”
It also mentioned that the “applicants not working in Canada” stream was closed but would open “at a later date.”
Correct Answer:
No, you cannot. Both homecare worker pilot streams hit their intake caps on the same day they opened and are currently closed.
The government initially said that the “not working in Canada” stream would open later, but on September 29, it was officially closed without ever reopening.
So, as AI gets key Canadian immigration questions wrong, let us get to the next question.
How Often Does IRCC Hold Express Entry General Draws?
AI Answer – Incorrect (Outdated Information)
The bot responded:
“There is no fixed schedule mandated by law – IRCC holds general Express Entry draws at its discretion.”
It added that general draws were “usually held every two weeks.”
Correct Answer:
This answer is misleading. Although general draws were historically held every two weeks, no general draw has occurred since April 23, 2024.
Moreover, recent draws have been limited to Canadian Experience Class, PNP, and category-based draws.
Which Countries Have An IEC Age Limit Of 30?
AI Answer – Incorrect (Outdated Information)
The bot listed these countries with an upper age limit of 30 for the International Experience Canada (IEC) program:
- Andorra
- Belgium
- Hong Kong
- Iceland
- Japan
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
- And lastly, Sweden
Correct Answer:
Luxembourg no longer has an upper age limit of 30. Its limit was raised to 35 on July 26, 2024.
All the other countries listed remain correct.
I live In Quebec. Can I Still Sponsor My Spouse For PR?
AI Answer – Incorrect (Outdated Information)
The bot responded that you can apply to sponsor your spouse for permanent residence in Canada “even if you are living in Quebec.”
Moreover, it also mentioned that Quebec introduced a cap on family sponsorship undertakings including spousal sponsorship for the period from June 26, 2024, to June 25, 2026. However, it added that “applications may still be accepted until the cap is reached.”
Correct Answer:
The cap was reached on July 9, 2025.
Also, any non-exempt applications submitted through July 25, 2026 will be returned unprocessed and fees refunded.
What’s The Processing Time For Start-Up Visa Applications?
AI Answer – Incorrect (Outdated Information)
The bot stated that the processing time for a Start-Up Visa (SUV) application is around 53 months and may vary depending on the applicant’s country of residence.
Correct Answer:
As of the time of writing, IRCC’s processing times tool shows that the actual processing time for SUV applications is over 10 years.
Additionally, unlike many temporary residence applications, the tool does not provide different processing times based on the applicant’s country of residence.
As AI gets key Canadian immigration questions wrong, let us move to the last question.
How Many PEI PNP Draws Have Been Held In 2025?
AI Answer – Incorrect (Outdated Information)
The bot responded that PEI held seven draws as of October 2025.
Correct Answer:
The actual number is 10 draws as of October 2025.
How The Test Was Conducted?
The team posed the exact questions listed in the headers to ChatGPT-4o, instructing the bot to provide brief and direct answers.
Moreover, out of 18 questions asked, the chatbot gave incorrect, incomplete, or misleading responses to 11.
Because conversations with large language model-based chatbots are not deterministic, users asking the same questions to ChatGPT-4o may receive different answers.
Why Should You Consult Reliable Immigration Experts?
When it comes to Canadian immigration, relying solely on chatbots can be risky. Even when they provide detailed responses, they may give outdated, incomplete, or misleading information.
Before making any immigration-related decisions, it’s crucial to:
- Cross-check the information with official government sources.
- Consult a licensed immigration professional if needed.
You don’t have to hire a representative, but if you do, they can:
- Guide you on the best pathways to permanent residence based on your situation.
- Help identify and address potential issues that could delay or harm your application.
- Review and submit applications accurately and completely.
- And lastly, act as your official point of contact with IRCC.
Declaring Immigration Representatives
If you choose to use a representative, you must declare them to IRCC.
- Both paid and unpaid representatives must be declared.
- Paid representatives must be licensed by the appropriate regulatory body.
Working with a qualified representative doesn’t just ensure compliance – it can also help avoid delays, refusals, or unnecessary risks.
The Bottom Line
AI can be a helpful starting point, but it should never be your only source of immigration information.
Moreover, policies and eligibility rules can change quickly, and as this test showed, chatbots often lag behind real-time updates.
Always verify through IRCC’s official website and, when needed, consult an authorized expert to make informed decisions about your immigration journey.
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