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Canada implements policies to make housing and groceries more affordable

housing and groceries
Canada implements policies to make housing and groceries more affordable. A recent Leger poll revealed that 83% of 1522 newcomers in Canada are struggling with the rising cost of living. Similarly, Statistics Canada found that over a third of newcomers spend more than a third of their pre-tax income on...
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Immigrant retention rates across Canadian provinces

Immigrant retention rates
Statistics Canada's 2022 Longitudinal Immigration Database reveals trends in immigrant retention rates across Canada. Atlantic provinces (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador) saw rising retention rates, while the prairie provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba experienced declines.  Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta displayed the highest five-year...
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Express Entry draw for agriculture and agri-food occupations

agri-food occupations
On February 16, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new draw for agriculture and agri-food occupations. It issued 150 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates working in Agriculture and agri-food occupations. This was the third Express Entry draw of the week.  In round #285, the cut-off score...
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Canada is the safest Country to Travel in 2024

safest Country to Travel in 2024
Canada is rated the safest country to travel in 2024, moving from sixth in 2023. It topped the safety rankings for transportation, absence of violent crime, health measures, and safety for women, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC. The ranking is part of Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection’s Safest Destinations report, which relies on...
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PEI issued 121 invitations under the PEI PNP 3rd round of 2024

PEI PNP 3rd round of 2024
On February 15, 2024, Prince Edward Island conducted a new invitation round and invited 121 candidates to the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). In the PEI PNP 3rd round of 2024, the province issued 121 invitations to apply to skilled workers in the Labour Impact and Express...
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IRCC implemented the new Changes to the PGWP

new Changes to the PGWP
As of February 15, 2024, the Government of Canada implemented new Changes to the PGWP. From this date forward, students who have completed a master’s degree program, even under two years, can qualify for a 3-year PGWP, provided they meet all other eligibility criteria.  However, starting September 1, 2024, students...
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In the 6th BC PNP draw of 2024 British Columbia issued up to 204 invitations

6th BC PNP draw of 2024
In the 6th BC PNP draw of 2024 British Columbia invited skilled candidates and tech professionals On February 13, 2024, the Government of British Columbia held new invitation draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) and issued invitations to apply to qualified candidates in tech, healthcare, childcare,...
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The Express Entry categories are set to remain unchanged in 2024

The Express Entry categories
Canada will retain the Express Entry categories this year, according to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). These include French, Healthcare, STEM, Trades, Transport, Agriculture, and agri-food categories, selected based on Canada's economic needs and in consultation with stakeholders.  In 2023, there were 17 category-based draws across these sectors. Changes...
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IRCC held the 1st healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw of 2024

1st healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw
On February 14, 2024, IRCC held the 1st healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw of 2024 and issued 3,500 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates working in healthcare occupations.  In round #284, the cut-off score was 422 points, nine points fewer than in the previous healthcare-targeted Express Entry draw and the lowest...
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IRCC implemented changes to the Agri-Food Pilot Program

the Agri-Food Pilot Program
On February 12, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced further revisions to the Agri-Food Pilot Program. These changes aim to make the program more accessible and beneficial to both workers and employers in the agri-food sector.  In line with the instructions announced on May 8, 2023, the Government...
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