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New Canada Immigration Pilots are Launched to Boost Rural and Francophone Communities

Author: Admin | March 8, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized

On March 6, 2024, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced new Canada immigration pilots for rural and Francophone minority communities. These include the Rural Community Immigration Pilot and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot, launching in the fall of 2024. The rural pilot aims to address labor shortages in smaller communities, offering...

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Alberta invited healthcare professionals and updated the AAIP Streams inventory

Author: Admin | March 7, 2024 | Categories: Alberta

In its ongoing efforts to bolster its healthcare sector and welcome skilled professionals, Alberta has made significant strides through its Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The recent updates on March 4, 2024, shed light on the AAIP Streams inventory and invitations, notably spotlighting the inclusion of dedicated healthcare pathways. Overview...

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British Columbia PNP issued 160 ITAs in Latest Invitation Draws

Author: Admin | March 7, 2024 | Categories: British Columbia

The latest invitation draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) on March 5, 2024, up to 160 skilled candidates received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across various sectors including healthcare, childcare, construction, and veterinary care occupations. Details of the Latest Invitation Draws in BC PNP On March 5, 2024,...

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Application guidelines for the Canada PR pathway for Colombian, Haitian, and Venezuelan nationals

Author: Admin | March 6, 2024 | Categories: Permanent Residence

As of March 1, 2024, IRCC has updated guidelines for application processing under the Canada PR pathway for Colombian, Haitian, and Venezuelan nationals. This public policy aims to provide a regular immigration pathway as an alternative to irregular migration. It will assist specific Colombian, Haitian, and Venezuelan nationals with family...

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IRCC announced a new family-oriented humanitarian pathway for Sudanese

Author: Admin | March 5, 2024 | Categories: Permanent Residence

On February 23, 2024, IRCC announced a new family-oriented humanitarian pathway for Sudanese and non-Sudanese nationals living in Sudan when the conflict began on April 15, 2023. This pathway aims to facilitate their permanent reunion with family in Canada and will start accepting applications on February 27, 2024. The new...

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Ontario invited 2,583 Skilled Trades Stream Candidates

Author: Admin | March 4, 2024 | Categories: Ontario

On March 1, 2024, Ontario extended invitations to 2,583 Skilled Trades Stream Candidates candidates under the Skilled Trades Stream of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). This particular draw was tailored to target candidates employed in 48 National Occupational Classifications (NOCs), possessing Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores ranging from 350...

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IRCC Invites 2,500 Francophone Candidates Via Express Entry Canada

Author: Admin | March 2, 2024 | Categories: Express Entry

On February 29, 2024, In round #287 of the Express Entry Canada, IRCC issued a total of 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to francophone candidates seeking to make Canada their new home. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) facilitated a significant milestone in its immigration process by conducting a new...

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BC PNP held new draws for skilled candidates and tech professionals

Author: Admin | March 1, 2024 | Categories: British Columbia

On February 27, 2024, the BC PNP held new draws reaffirmed its commitment to welcoming skilled professionals to the province by holding new invitation draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). These draws targeted individuals across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, childcare, construction, and veterinary care occupations,...

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Canada held a new general Express Entry draw and issued 1,470 invitations

Author: Admin | February 29, 2024 | Categories: Express Entry

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its new general Express Entry draw on February 28, 2024. The draw, marked as round #286, saw a total of 1,470 Invitations to Apply (ITA) issued to candidates eligible for permanent residence in Canada. With a cut-off score of 534 points, this draw...

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Ontario will accept the Pearson Tests of English Core for all streams of the OINP

Author: Admin | February 29, 2024 | Categories: Ontario

The OINP has announced its acceptance of the Pearson Tests of English Core, offered by Pearson Canada, Inc., as valid proof of English proficiency. This development applies across all OINP streams that mandate English language proficiency as well as claims for Expression of Interest (EOI) points. With the inclusion of...

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