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IRCC sent invitations to 4,615 International Experience Canada (IEC) candidates

Author: John Black | June 3, 2024 | Categories: International Experience Canada

Over the past two weeks, IRCC has been actively conducting new draws in the pools of the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. From May 20 to June 2, 2024, a total of 4,615 young foreigners received invitations to apply for an IEC open work permit, marking a significant step in...

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Canada held the Express Entry first Canadian Experience Class draw

Author: John Black | June 3, 2024 | Categories: Express Entry

On May 31, 2024, IRCC conducted the Express Entry first Canadian Experience Class draw. This marked the Canadian Experience Class draw of 2024 since September 14, 2021, signaling a renewed focus on experienced individuals already integrated into the Canadian workforce. With 3,000 ITAs issued and a cut-off score of 522...

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Canada’s Start-Up Visa (SUV) entrepreneur immigration rose by 17.4%

Author: John Black | June 1, 2024 | Categories: Entrepreneur

In a remarkable turn of events, Canada’s Start-Up Visa (SUV) entrepreneur immigration surged by 17.4% in March, marking a significant increase amidst an overall slowdown in immigration. This month saw 505 new permanent residents welcomed through the SUV program, an impressive rise of 75 from February. Despite a consecutive dip...

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Immigration to Canada via the PGP increased by five percent

Author: John Black | May 31, 2024 | Categories: Permanent Residence

In an encouraging trend, Immigration to Canada via the PGP has seen a notable increase. According to recent data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the number of new permanent residents under the PGP rose by five percent in March, reaching 2,005 compared to 1,910 in February. Despite the...

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Canada held the 1st PNP-targeted Express Entry draw of 2024

Author: John Black | May 31, 2024 | Categories: Express Entry

On May 30, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the year's 1st PNP-targeted Express Entry draw. This first PNP-targeted Express Entry draw of 2024 saw 2,985 Invitations to Apply (ITA) being issued to eligible candidates, marking a significant step in Canada's ongoing immigration initiatives. Details of the Draw...

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Sudbury considered new applications under the Limited Stream

Author: John Black | May 30, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized

On May 27, 2024, the City of Greater Sudbury once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering growth and development within its community by holding a new round of invitations under RNIP Limited Stream. This initiative, designed to attract skilled workers to rural and northern communities, saw Sudbury considering six candidates...

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British Columbia’s New minimum wage to increase on June 1, 2024

Author: John Black | May 30, 2024 | Categories: British Columbia

British Columbia is set to implement a significant wage hike on June 1, 2024. The new minimum wage will rise from $16.75 to $17.40 per hour, marking a 3.9% increase. This adjustment aligns with the province's average inflation rate, ensuring that workers' wages keep pace with the cost of living....

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British Columbia held new rounds of invitations under the BC PNP

Author: John Black | May 30, 2024 | Categories: British Columbia

The Government of British Columbia conducted new rounds of invitations under the BC PNP on May 28, 2024. These draws are part of the province's ongoing efforts to attract skilled candidates to meet its labor market needs. General Draw Details In the general draw, British Columbia issued 35 invitations to...

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Canada expanded the humanitarian measures for Gaza

Author: John Black | May 28, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized

On May 27, 2024, IRCC announced significant enhancements to its humanitarian measures for Gaza, demonstrating Canada's deep commitment to addressing the ongoing crisis. The announcement, made by Minister Marc Miller, highlights an increase in the application cap for special measures aimed at assisting Palestinian extended family members in Gaza, raising...

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British Columbia PNP made the Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot a permanent stream

Author: John Black | May 28, 2024 | Categories: British Columbia

Starting May 27, 2024, the Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot has become a permanent stream under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP). This initiative is a vital component of StrongerBC, aimed at fortifying regional communities and invigorating local economies. Entrepreneurs seeking to launch their businesses in the rural, interior, and...

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