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IRCC Invites 3,300 Canadian Experience Class Candidates in the Latest Express Entry Draw

Author: Admin | February 16, 2025 | Categories: Express Entry, Work in Canada

Canadian Experience Class

The fifth Express Entry draw for the Canadian Experience Class for the year 2024 was conducted by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on 27-Aug, for which 3,300 candidates were invited to apply for Canadian immigration. The latest draw of invitations was in Round #312; the cut-off CRS score was...

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Ontario invited 2,437 candidates under two streams of the OINP

Author: Admin | February 16, 2025 | Categories: Ontario

streams of the OINP

On December 5, 2023, the Government of Ontario held new draws under two streams of the OINP in the Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream (EJO IDS) and Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream (EJO FW) of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The province held three draws in the...

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Canadian businesses expect a positive economy this year

Author: Admin | February 16, 2025 | Categories: Entrepreneur

Canadian business

Canadian business owners are optimistic about the future as inflation slows, with many planning to hire. Eight in ten business leaders report their businesses are growing, and 76% are hopeful about their performance over the next five years. Despite a slowdown in job growth and the housing crisis, 65.9% of...

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Immigrants drive Ontario’s labor force growth

Author: Admin | February 16, 2025 | Categories: Ontario, Work in Canada

Ontario's labor force growth

The Financial Accountability Office of Ontario (FAO) report highlights that international immigrants increasingly drive Ontario's labor force growth. Based on 2021 Statistics Canada data, the study focuses on immigrants with permanent residence status in Canada. With immigration to Ontario reaching 227,424 in 2022, these new residents play a "significant role"...

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IRCC Issues 3,200 Invitations to Apply in the Canadian Experience Class Draw

Author: John Black | February 16, 2025 | Categories: Uncategorized

Canadian Experience Class Draw

On August 14, 2024, IRCC made another significant move to support its growing economy and labor market needs by issuing 3,200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Canadian Experience Class draw through the Express Entry system. This latest draw round #309 highlights Canada’s continuous effort to attract and...

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IRCC Extended the Out-of-Status Construction Workers in the GTA Program

Author: John Black | February 16, 2025 | Categories: Uncategorized

Out-of-Status Construction Worker

On August 21, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced a critical extension of its temporary policy that directly impacts out-of-status construction workers in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). This program, a lifeline for hundreds of workers in the region, will now continue until December 31, 2024. As Canada...

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Canada announced a $7 million investment for asylum claims

Author: Admin | February 16, 2025 | Categories: Refugee Claim Portal

asylum claims

Facing increased asylum claims and shelter pressure, Canada announced a $7 million investment for a new reception center in the Peel Region. Operated in partnership with community organizations, this center will offer services and additional shelter for asylum claimants. The government has provided nearly $700 million to provinces and municipalities...

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The OINP issued 1,052 targeted Notifications of Interest

Author: Admin | February 16, 2025 | Categories: Ontario

Notifications of Interest

The OINP issued 1,052 targeted Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to candidates with work experience in healthcare occupations. On November 30, 2023, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted an invitation draw under the Human Capital Priorities Stream. Invited candidates' CRS Express Entry score was between 404 and 430 points. This...

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IRCC will empower communities and develop more friendly immigration policies

Author: Admin | February 16, 2025 | Categories: Uncategorized

immigration policies

On October 31, Immigration Minister Marc Miller introduced plans to enhance Canada’s immigration policies. After consulting with stakeholders and the public, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is implementing a strategy to align the labor market and immigration system. IRCC will explore funding initiatives that enhance community partnerships and services...

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Canada Plans a new Immigration Pathway for TEER 4 and TEER 5 workers

Author: John Black | February 16, 2025 | Categories: Work in Canada

TEER 4 and TEER 5

The Canadian government is on the brink of unveiling a groundbreaking immigration pathway specifically tailored for workers in TEER 4 and TEER 5 occupations. This new initiative, set to be revealed by the Fall of 2024, could reshape the landscape for thousands of workers who currently rely heavily on...

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Manitoba Invited 354 Candidates in Draw #152

Manitoba Invited 354 Candidates in Draw #152

February 21, 2025

Manitoba Invited 354 Candidates in Draw #152 On July 28, 2022, Manitoba held a new invitation round in the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). In round #152, MPNP issued 299…

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Canada Keeps Temporary Foreign Workers in the Country by Lengthening the Validity Period of work Permits.

Canada Keeps Temporary Foreign Workers in the Country by Lengthening the Validity Period of work Permits.

February 21, 2025

Canada Keeps Temporary Foreign Workers in the Country by Lengthening the Validity Period of work Permits. Candidates from the High-Wage and Global Talent Stream, which is run via Canada’s Temporary…

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Manitoba invitations to 78 candidates in draw #137. Manitoba published details of a new immigration draw held on February 24, 2022; Manitoba held a new invitation round in the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). In round #137, MPNP issued 206 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAA) in the Skilled Workers in Manitoba stream.The minimum score to get the LAA in this category was 612 points, 3 points fewer compared to the previous draw. In the Skilled Workers Overseas stream, Manitoba issued 39 LAAs. The lowest score in the SWO category was 685 points, 20 points fewer than in the previous round. In addition, Manitoba invited 33 candidates in the International Education Category. In total, Manitoba issued LAAs to 278 candidates, including 66 Express Entry candidates. MPNP has invited 1,309 candidates in 2022, and 300 of them received invitations in the Express Entry.What is Express Entry, How Does it Works, and How to Apply it?What were the Details of the Latest Manitoba Draw?Skilled Workers Overseas — 39 invitations with a minimum score of 685
Skilled Workers in Manitoba — 206 invitations with a minimum score of 612 and
International Education Stream — 33 invitations there is no need for any score requirement.Among those invitations, 66 were issued to candidates in the Express Entry system (EES).Get a free AssessmentManitoba Immigration Programs Manitoba manages its immigration programs through the MPNP (Manitoba Immigration Programs) which aids immigration applications to the Federal Government. Canadian provinces do not have the power to give out permanent residency status, but they can assist with an application by issuing provincial nominations.If you want to get a nomination for you from Manitoba, you need to register an Expression of Interest (EI) with the MPNP (Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program). It puts you in a way to receive an LAA (Letters of Advice to Apply) through the Skilled Workers Overseas streams and Skilled Workers in Manitoba. After then Manitoba ranks candidates out of 1,000 points for their human capital factors as well as their connections to the province.The SWO (Skilled Workers Overseas) Category and SWM (Skilled Workers in Manitoba) categories are designed to allow the province to recognize candidates who meet its labor market is needed. Candidates overseas need to demonstrate connections to Manitoba through the likes of close family ties, an invitation through one of Manitoba’s Strategic Recruitment Initiatives, or previous experience in the province.But do not be afraid about the living situation because you do not need to be living in Manitoba at the time of your application to be fit. Join Now for Manitoba invited 278 candidates in draw #137.Read also:Manitoba PNP draw a quicker way to immigration to CanadaManitoba EOI draw how does it workTo know more details about the Manitoba draw, you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates.Tel: (416) 604-2669Email: info@immigrationmatters.infoAll rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

Manitoba invitations to 78 candidates in draw #137

February 21, 2025

Manitoba invited 278 candidates in draw #137

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Employers in Canada face labor shortages in certain sectors

Employers in Canada face labor shortages in certain sectors

February 21, 2025

Employers in Canada face labor shortages in certain sectors Employers in Canada face labor shortages in many sectors. However, healthcare, construction, and the restaurant and hospitality sectors experience the most…

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Manitoba invited 120 candidates in draw #139

Manitoba invited 120 candidates in draw #139

February 21, 2025

Manitoba invited 120 candidates in draw #139

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New Brunswick introduced a guide for Transport Truck Drivers (NOC 7511)

New Brunswick introduced a guide for Transport Truck Drivers (NOC 7511)

February 21, 2025

New Brunswick introduced a guide for Transport Truck Drivers (NOC 7511)

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Canada launched the Atlantic Immigration Program

Canada Atlantic Immigration Program

February 21, 2025

Canada launched the Atlantic Immigration Program

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Ontario issued 411 invitations through the Masters Graduate and PhD Graduate streams

Ontario issued 411 invitations through the Masters Graduate and Ph.D. Graduate streams

February 21, 2025

Ontario issued 411 invitations through the Masters Graduate and Ph.D. Graduate streams

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Meeting the language requirement does not guarantee a visa approval

Meeting the language requirement does not guarantee a visa approval

February 21, 2025

Meeting the language requirement does not guarantee a visa approval Applying for a permanent residency or a work permit in Canada, applicants must prove their language skills by meeting minimum…

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Ottawa online survey of Francophone temporary residents outside of Quebec On February 20, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited French-speaking or bilingual temporary residents outside of Quebec to participate in an online survey to research their application process. The survey will allow the Government of Canada to collect feedback from newcomers on their experiences and challenges as French-speaking or bilingual temporary residents outside Quebec. The survey is voluntary and confidential and will not affect any participants' past, current or future applications. IRCC will use all collected data for research purposes only.Details of Ottawa online survey of Francophone The government understands that immigration is crucial to maintaining the vitality of minority Francophone communities around the country. French-speaking immigrants made up 3.61% of all immigrants admitted to Canada outside of Quebec in 2020, an increase from prior years, although they made up 2% of all immigrants from January to October of the following year.In order to meet the 4.4% target for the admission of immigrants who speak French by 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched a number of initiatives, including giving candidates who speak French and are bilingual extra points under the Express Entry system.As part of the temporary residence to permanent residency pathway for vital workers and recent international graduates currently in Canada, the department launched temporary dedicated streams for French-speaking and bilingual candidates in 2021.Immigration is one of many important factors that can boost the viability of Francophone minority communities across the nation, and IRCC fully supports the government's commitment to enhancing the Official Languages Act.Francophone Mobility The Canadian government's Francophone Mobility Program offers work visas to French-speaking foreign nationals who intend to reside and work in a Francophone community outside of Quebec. You must have a job offer with a National Occupation Code skill level of 0, A, or B in order to qualify (NOC). Francophone Immigration Target by 2023 By 2023, the government hopes to reach its target of 4.4% for immigrants from outside Quebec who speak French. This target, which was established in 2003 with the help of local stakeholders, reflects the percentage of the Francophone population in Canada outside of Quebec as of the 2001 Census.While the majority of applicants come from outside the country, the changing COVID-19 status has had an impact on both the number and percentage of French-speaking admissions. Prior to COVID-19, projections of the target population were made, but the impact's full scope is yet unclear.Want to know more details about the “Ottawa online survey of Francophone temporary residents outside of Quebec” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates.Tel: (416) 604-2669 Email: info@immigrationmatters.infoGunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.For honest and straightforward advice, contact the expertsat Gunness & Associates.Get a free Assessment Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click hereAll rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

Ottawa online survey of Francophone temporary residents outside of Quebec

On January 24, 2023, the Government of Ontario held new draws in the Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream (EJO IS) and Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The province issued 620 invitations to apply (ITAs) to eligible candidates through the EJO IS Stream.The minimum score for this draw was 82, 8 points more than in the previous draw. Candidates who created their profiles between November 22, 2022, and January 24, 2023, were considered by OINP in this draw.In addition, Ontario held another targeted draw of the OINP for candidates of the federal Economic Mobility Pathways Project (EMPP). In this draw, Ontario issued 2 targeted invitations to apply to candidates in the EOI pool who may be eligible for the federal EMPP under the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream. In total, OINP issued invitations to 2,278 candidates in 2023.Streams of OINPThe province's programme for economic immigration is called the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). Through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, it works with the federal government of Canada (IRCC).Foreign workers, foreign students, and individuals with the required education, training, and experience submit nomination requests to the OINP. People with the knowledge and experience that the Ontario economy needs are recognised by the OINP and recommended for permanent residence.The OINP's Expression of Interest System is used for the following streams. You must submit an expression of interest and be granted the permission to apply before you are eligible.Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream
Employer Job Offer: International Student stream
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Masters Graduate stream
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Human Capital Priorities stream
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Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker streamForeign workers with a job offer in a skilled occupation can apply to live and work permanently in Ontario through the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream.Your job offer must be for a skilled job in the National Occupational Classification's TEER (Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities) categories 1, 2, or 3. (NOC). Foreign employees both inside and outside of Canada are eligible for this stream.Before completing an online application to be nominated for permanent residence by the Ontario government, you must first register in the OINP's Expression of Interest System and receive an invitation to apply.Employer Job Offer: International Student StreamInternational students with a job offer in a skilled occupation can apply to live and work permanently in Ontario through the Employer Job Offer: International Student stream.Your job offer must be for a skilled occupation in the National Occupational Classification's TEER (Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities) categories 0, 1, 2 or 3. (NOC).Before submitting an online application to be nominated for permanent residency by the Ontario government, you must first register in the OINP's Expression of Interest System and obtain an invitation to apply.The next step is to submit an application to the federal government through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada if you are nominated (IRCC). They are the ones who ultimately decide who receives a permanent residency.To find out more details about “Ontario invited candidates under two streams of OINP” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates.Tel: (416) 604-2669
Email: info@immigrationmatters.infoGunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts
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Ontario invited candidates under two streams of OINP

top source country of newcomers to Canada according to the new reports published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), in 2022, around 46% of landed immigrants in Canada were from Asian countries. India remains the primary source of newcomers to Canada, accounting for over a quarter (25%) of all permanent residents in the country. Last year, 118,095 Indians landed as permanent residents - an impressive six-fold increase compared to Canada’s second-highest source country for new immigrants - China. In 2022, there were only 31,815 Chinese landed immigrants in Canada.Top source country of newcomers to Canada The countries listed below are the sources of new immigrants to Canada in 2022:CountryTotal immigrants for 2022Percentage of immigrantsIndia118,09527%China31,8157.2%Afghanistan23,7355.4%Nigeria22,0855.05%Philippines22,0705.04%France14,1453.2%Pakistan11,5852.6%Iran11,1052.5%United States of America10,4002.3%Syria8,5001.9%Provinces in Canada for Permanent Residents in 2022 In 2022, Ontario kept attracting the largest number of permanent residents, but this percentage decreased (-6.7%) from 2021 to 2022.In terms of landed immigrants, Ontario is followed by Quebec, British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.In comparison to 2021, Québec increased by 3.4%, Saskatchewan by 2.2%, and Alberta by 1.4%. However, compared to 2021, immigration to British Columbia was down 3.1%.ProvincePermanent Residents in 2022% of all PRs in 2022Ontario184,72542.2%Quebec68,68515.7%British Columbia61,21514%Alberta49,46011.3%Manitoba21,6454.9%Saskatchewan21,6354.9%Nova Scotia12,6502.8%New Brunswick10,2052.3%Newfoundland and Labrador3,4900.7%Prince Edward Island2,6650.6%Yukon4550.1%Northwest Territories2350.0%Nunavut450.0%China, the Philippines, and India complete the top three countries for newly arrived international students in 2022.More than half of the international students who entered Canada last year were from India.In addition, as of December 2022, there were 319,130 Indian students studying and living in Canada.India has three times as many students as China, the second-largest source country. Nearly 100,000 Chinese students were registered in Canadian universities.The largest province, Ontario, continues to welcome more than 400,000 international students.When compared to the total number of all the other Canadian provinces, this number is even higher. Additionally, this number is twice as large as British Columbia, the 2nd province.377,785 international students were registered in educational institutions across other Canadian provinces in 2022.Want to know more details about “India is the top source country of newcomers to Canada” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates.Tel: (416) 604-2669 Email: info@immigrationmatters.infoGunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.For honest and straightforward advice, contact the expertsat Gunness & Associates.Get a free Assessment Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click hereAll rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

India is the top source country of newcomers to Canada