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New Brunswick Government announced an increase in the minimum wage

New Brunswick Government
On April 2, 2024, the New Brunswick Government took a significant step in supporting low-wage earners by announcing a raise in the minimum wage to $15.30 per hour. This move, aimed at mitigating income inequality, reflects the province's commitment to ensuring fair compensation for its workforce.  Effective immediately, the minimum...
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Canada extended the validity of interim work authorization letters for international graduates

Interim Work Authorization Letters
Canada has extended the validity of interim work authorization letters for international graduates awaiting work permit decisions from 120 to 180 days. The validity period of interim work authorization letters has been prolonged from 120 days to 180 days. This extension offers international graduates a more substantial timeframe to secure...
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Alberta Pushes PNP Allocations to tackle the workforce shortage

PNP Allocations
Alberta has requested the Federal Government to boost its PNP allocations, allowing more workers to gain permanent citizenship. In a bid to address pressing labor shortages and extend a helping hand to Ukrainian refugees, Premier Danielle Smith of Alberta has made a fervent appeal to the Federal Government. The call...
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Ontario allocated international student applications for the labor market

international student applications
Ontario will allocate 96% of international student applications to publicly assisted colleges and universities, with the remaining 4% going to Ontario's language schools, private universities, and other institutions. Career colleges will not accept any applications. Applications will be assigned to institutions based on the following criteria: Prioritize programs in the...
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IRCC held a new General Express Entry Draw 290 and invited 1,980 ITAs

Express Entry Draw 290
On March 25, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations to candidates in the new  Express Entry draw 290. In this round, 1,980 invitations to apply (ITAs) were sent out in the General Express Entry draw #290.  Candidates are required to get a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)...
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Immigration minister announces plans for additional In-Canada Immigration Draws

In-Canada Immigration Draws
On March 21, 2024, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced plans to increase "In-Canada Immigration Draws" for temporary residents in Canada seeking permanent residency. These draws refer to selection rounds, such as Express Entry programs, where candidates are selected based on criteria like their Comprehensive Ranking System scores, professional experience, or...
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Sudbury held six rounds of invitations in 1 day

six rounds of invitations
On February 1, 2024, the City of Greater Sudbury made headlines in Canada's immigration landscape by conducting an unprecedented six rounds of invitations in its Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) Program. This remarkable feat underscores Sudbury's commitment to attracting skilled workers and fostering economic growth in rural and northern...
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Prince Edward Island conducted a new invitation round & invited new candidates

Prince Edward Island conducted
On March 21, 2024, Prince Edward Island conducted a new invitation round in the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). In the fifth round of this year, the province issued 83 invitations to apply to skilled workers in the Labour Impact and Express Entry streams working in the...
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Ontario PNP invited 2,281 skilled workers under the Human Capital Priorities Stream

Ontario PNP
On March 21, 2024, the Ontario PNP conducted a new draw under the Human Capital Priorities Stream. The OINP issued 2,281 targeted Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to tech professionals with work experience in 15 National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes.  Invited Tech Occupations in the new Draw NOC 20012 - Computer...
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British Columbia invited up to 171 candidates under the New BC PNP Invitation Draws

New BC PNP Invitation Draws
On March 19, 2024, the Government of British Columbia conducted New BC PNP Invitation Draws, extending invitations to skilled candidates across various sectors. These draws represent the province's ongoing efforts to attract and retain talent, addressing specific labor market needs and bolstering economic growth. British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program issued...
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