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Ottawa Invited 421 PNP Candidates in the Latest Express Entry Draw

Author: Rizwan | April 30, 2025 | Categories: Ottawa

On April 28, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its most recent Express Entry draw, inviting 421 PNP candidates and bringing new hope to skilled workers looking to settle in Canada via provincial nomination. In this 343rd Express Entry draw, 421 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued solely...

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Thunder Bay Immigration Boosted as CEDC Launches the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) to Attract Skilled Workers

Author: Rizwan | April 29, 2025 | Categories: Work in Canada

In a thrilling bid to bolster its labor force and spur local economic development, Thunder Bay immigration is changing as the Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) formally launched the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) on April 24, 2025. The new program represents a major leap in regional immigration...

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North Okanagan-Shuswap Unveils Priority Sectors for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP)

Author: Rizwan | April 29, 2025 | Categories: Permanent Residence

The North Okanagan-Shuswap area is poised to open up new and exciting possibilities for foreign skilled workers as it introduces the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) in May 2025. With its emphasis on community-led growth and economic development, the area has released its priority sectors and occupations that will be...

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Alberta Updated AAIP Inventory and Alberta Immigration Draws Held in April 2025

Author: Rizwan | April 28, 2025 | Categories: Alberta

Alberta Immigration Draws continue to reinforce the position of the province as being one of Canada's most desirable places for newcomers by providing fresh updates under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). Alberta released its latest inventory update on April 25, 2025, and provided some good news concerning four successful...

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Prince Edward Island Conducts Fourth PEI Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) Draw of 2025, Issuing 168 Invitations

Author: Rizwan | April 25, 2025 | Categories: Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island, in its PEI Provincial Nominee Program, continues to show its dedication to bringing the best talent to aid its expanding economy. On April 17, 2025, the province conducted its fourth invitation round of the year under the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP), issuing 168...

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Alberta Invites 81 Healthcare Professionals Under AAIP, Healthcare Immigration Canada Boosts Provincial Workforce

Author: Rizwan | April 24, 2025 | Categories: Uncategorized

Alberta keeps building its position as a trendsetter in Healthcare immigration Canada by demonstrating a solid commitment to building up its healthcare system and working on sectoral labor shortages within the sector by implementing strategic immigration strategies. In a major step in April 2025, the province made a total of...

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Manitoba Invites Skilled Worker Overseas Stream in Latest MPNP Draw – A Golden Opportunity for Immigration Aspirants

Author: Rizwan | April 23, 2025 | Categories: Manitoba

On April 17, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted its 243rd draw, aimed solely at securing international talent using the Skilled Worker Overseas stream (SWO). Under Manitoba's constant pursuit of ushering in talented individuals and propelling economic prosperity throughout the province, this draw made 27 Letters of Advice...

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IRCC Enhances Immigration Officers’ Authority with New Delegation Framework

Author: Rizwan | April 22, 2025 | Categories: Work in Canada

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made a strategic advancement towards streamlining its immigration operations by renewing its Delegation framework through the Instrument of Designation and Delegation (IDD). Effective as of March 11, 2025, and announced on April 17, 2025, these important amendments demonstrate Canada's continued dedication to having a...

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Sault Ste. Marie and Brandon Announce Priority Sectors for New Permanent Residence Pathway under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot

Author: Rizwan | April 21, 2025 | Categories: Permanent Residence

Under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot, in a bold step to enhance regional immigration streams, the Canadian cities of Sault Ste. Marie and Brandon launched their priority sectors. The pilot program helps to fill labor gaps in rural communities by opening a simplified pathway to permanent residence for foreign nationals....

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Ottawa Updates LMIA Processing Times 2025 – Faster Approvals in Key Streams

Author: Rizwan | April 18, 2025 | Categories: Ottawa

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) on April 9, 2025, issued a significant update on LMIA processing times 2025 for applications under multiple streams of Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). The LMIA application is an integral component of the Canadian temporary and permanent immigration framework, allowing Canadian employers to recruit...

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