A re-medical request is usually about timing and does not necessarily indicate a problem with your application. Immigration medical exam results are valid for 12 months, and IRCC may ask for updated results if your application is still in process. It can also happen after a program change or if additional tests are needed. Check your instructions, find your IME or UMI number, and book your appointment as soon as possible.

The Canadian government has set a lower-than-usual target for permanent resident admissions in 2026. Our Panel Physician experts predict how many applicants will be accepted this year and how newcomers can be prepared.

Learn about job opportunities, cost of living expenses, and more in the 5 best Canadian cities to live in as a new immigrant—courtesy of the team at Panel Physician, who have years of experience providing essential services like Immigration Medical Exams to newcomers.

Here’s a guide to the best ways you can find a job in Canada as a new immigrant—including tips on how to use Service Canada’s Job Bank and the Federal Internship for Newcomers Program.

From understanding Canada’s healthcare system to preparing for the country’s cold winters, here’s a list of things you can do to help adjust to your life in Canada as a new immigrant. Let the Panel Physician team share what we know—we’ve helped countless newcomers to Canada and we can help you too.

What benefits does immigrating to Canada offer over other countries? Learn about Canada’s quality of life, universal healthcare, job market, and more so that you can be inspired to complete your application fully.

Immigrating to Canada is a long process, but this beginner’s guide from Panel Physician can help break down the essential steps. Use what you’ve learned here to prepare for your journey by booking your medical exam and more.

What Tests Are in An Immigration Medical Exam (and Why Are They Required?) Immigration medical exams involve numerous tests. Find out what you can expect during your exam, and why these steps are required.

Immigration Medical Exams help the Canadian government determine whether you have medical conditions that could pose a risk to public health or safety, or place excessive demand on public health services. Here’s why it’s important to have yours done by a government-approved Panel Physician.