On May 18, 2023, Ontario invited 1,694 candidates under the Ontario Skilled Trades Stream. The CRS score range of the invited candidates was between 250-489 points. Candidates, who created their profiles in the Express Entry system between May 18, 2022, to May 18, 2023, were considered by OINP in this...

Canada is a popular destination and many international students choose Canada due to various reasons. Firstly, Canada's education system is well-respected globally, offering high-quality education and research opportunities.  Additionally, Canada is known for its multiculturalism, providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for international students. The country is also considered safe...

OINP issued 1730 invitations to apply under Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream draws in 2023 to date May 2023. Foreign workers with a job offer in a skilled occupation can apply to live and work permanently in Ontario via the OINP Foreign Worker stream. The job offer must be...

With the Canadian economy booming post-COVID-19, businesses are scrambling to find suitable Sales professionals candidates. This presents opportunities for foreign nationals seeking to immigrate through Express Entry. Post-pandemic remote work is becoming a natural privilege for industry professionals.  Technology is a significant driver in sales and marketing, creating a growing...

On May 4, 2023, the Immigration Minister waived application fees for foreign nationals who fled Sudan with their Canadian family members – including Canadian citizens and permanent residents.  After arriving in Canada, Sudanese nationals can apply for an open work or study permit and permanent residence under the family class...

Canada received over a million CUAET applications from Ukrainian nationals on May 3, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the number of Ukrainian newcomers arriving in Canada under the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET).  According to the latest update, between January 1, 2022, and April 23, 2023,...

On May 3, 2023, Saskatchewan conducted new rounds of invitations in the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) under the Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand categories. In the Express Entry category, Saskatchewan issued 739 ITAs.  Another 293 invitations were issued to the Occupations In-Demand category candidates. The lowest score in both...

The United States, Spain, and Canada plan to work together to increase engagement in Latin America. The partnership aims to promote safe, orderly, humane, and regular migration while creating economic and social opportunities.  The three countries will expand regular labor migration opportunities, strengthen national governments' ability to recruit, vet, and...

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have recently updated the Proof of Funds Requirements for Express Entry candidates. This change took effect on April 25, 2023. The minimum amount of needed funds is updated yearly and is based on 50% of the low-income cut-off totals.  Ensuring that the settlement fund...

The PGP saw a 4.3% increase in new permanent residents in February, according to the latest data from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).  A total of 1,805 new permanent residents were welcomed in February, up from 1,730 in January. This growth in popularity for the PGP in February follows...