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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

  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...

Canada is on track to welcome over 500,000 new permanent residents in 2024, according to data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This expected growth forms part of the continued plan and policy to enhance Canada’s economy, cope with shortages of human capital, and bring in a diverse pool...

Ontario and Nova Scotia have recently joined the other in signing the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that recognized the need of the skilled trades workers in the country. This is important for Canada to support the economy and to continue to provide hundreds of sectors dependent on skilled workers. Harmonizing...

On November 28, 2023, the City of Greater Sudbury held a new round of invitations to the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) Program. In this round, Sudbury considered 36 new applications under RNIP, including one candidate under the Limited Stream and two candidates through the Francophone Stream.  The lowest...

In response to growing healthcare shortages, Canadian provinces have launched various financial incentives aimed at attracting skilled healthcare immigrants. These initiatives are designed to fill critical gaps in medical staffing while providing new immigrants with a smooth and rewarding transition into Canada's healthcare sector. Manitoba’s Health Human Resource Action Plan...