On November 6, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) expanded the Permanent Residence Portal to private refugee sponsors, with government-assisted partners to follow, offering a convenient, secure, and efficient application process.  Immediate application confirmations will eliminate email delays and expedite the application process. The Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP)...

Prince Edward Island recruited over 500 internationally trained nurses and care support workers to address staffing shortages and improve patient care. Collaborative efforts by Health PEI, the Recruitment and Retention Secretariat, and the Public Service Commission have streamlined hiring processes.  Since January 2023, the province has hired 547 staff in...

On November 3, 2023, the Provincial Government of Nova Scotia invited candidates to participate in the Healthcare Professionals Immigration Pilot (HPIP). Candidates who want to continue this process should contact the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness.  Only those who receive a valid job offer from the Nova Scotia...

In the new Manitoba invitation round, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) invited skilled candidates and Ukrainian nationals on November 2, 2023. In round #198, the MPNP issued invitations in the Skilled Workers in Manitoba stream, the Skilled Workers Overseas stream, and the International Education Stream. Details of the new...

On November 2, 2023, Prince Edward Island conducted a new invitation round in the Labour Impact and Express Entry streams and invited 41 candidates under the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP).  This draw invited candidates working in the Healthcare, Manufacturing, Food Processing, and Agriculture sectors. The province...

On November 1, 2023, the Government of Saskatchewan announced broadening the SINP to bolster worker retention. The expansion now allows certain work permit holders in intermediate and lower-skilled occupations to apply for permanent residency under the Existing Work Permit stream.  This change opens up PR opportunities for internationally trained workers...

On November 1, 2023, the Government of Alberta published the results of the AAIP new invitation rounds in the Alberta Express Entry Stream. On October 24 and 26, 2023, the province held two draws under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP).  Alberta issued 22 invitations under the Dedicated Healthcare Pathway....

On November 1, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released Canada’s 2024-2026 Immigration Levels Plan. The new plan aims to welcome 485,000 newcomers in 2024 and 500,000 in 2025 and 2026.  According to the new plan, the Government plans:  to focus on economic growth, family reunification, and  humanitarian responses...

On October 31, 2023, the Government of British Columbia held new invitation draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) and issued invitations to apply to qualified Skills Immigration registrants.  Targeted ITAs have also been issued to qualified candidates in  healthcare,  childcare, and  other priority occupations.  In the general...

On October 31, 2023, Immigration Minister Marc Miller presented the report "An Immigration System for Canada’s Future." This report outlines plans to bolster the immigration system of Canada to support economic growth and keep Canada appealing.  Details of an Immigration System for Canada’s Future The Honourable An Immigration System for...