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IRCC held a new PNP draw under Express Entry and issued 911 Invitations to Apply

Author: John Black | September 10, 2024 | Categories: Express Entry, PNP

Therefore, on September 9, 2024, the IRCC conducted the 8th PNP draw of the year aimed at the PNP candidates in the EE system. In this draw, 911 Invitation to Apply (ITA) were provided to the skilled workers who have a chance to move on for Canadian permanent residency. Details...

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Ottawa introduced a temporary open work permit policy for PNP candidates

Author: John Black | September 8, 2024 | Categories: PNP, Work in Canada

Ottawa has recently offered a major shift in its new temporary open work permit policy, which will come into force on August 11, 2024, in response to PNPs to strengthen Canadian immigration to improve employment prospects and opportunities for qualified applicants wishing to obtain permanent residency. What’s New in the...

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British Columbia Issues 156 Invitations to Apply Under BC PNP

Author: Admin | August 22, 2024 | Categories: British Columbia, PNP

On August 20, 2024, British Columbia made strides to strengthen its workforce by issuing 156 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). These new draws focused on highly skilled candidates across various essential sectors, reflecting the province’s commitment to addressing labor market shortages and...

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British Columbia Invites 149 Candidates Through BC PNP Streams in the Latest Draw

Author: John Black | August 8, 2024 | Categories: British Columbia, PNP

On August 7, 2024, British Columbia conducted its latest round of invitations through BC PNP streams in the latest draw, inviting up to 149 skilled candidates to apply for provincial nomination. This draw reflects British Columbia's ongoing commitment to attracting and retaining global talent to meet the province's labor market...

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IRCC invited 964 PNP candidates under Fifth Express Entry draw

Author: John Black | August 3, 2024 | Categories: Express Entry, PNP

On July 30, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its fifth Express Entry draw of the year for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. This highly anticipated event saw 964 Invitations to Apply (ITA) issued to candidates, marking another significant milestone in Canada’s ongoing efforts to attract skilled immigrants....

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IRCC Issues 1,391 Invitations to Apply in Latest PNP Draw Under Express Entry

Author: John Black | July 17, 2024 | Categories: Express Entry, PNP

On July 16, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the fourth Latest PNP Draw Under Express Entry of the year for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. In this targeted draw, IRCC issued 1,391 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to eligible candidates, marking another significant step in Canada's ongoing efforts...

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Ontario invited 212 French-speaking candidates through the OINP

Author: John Black | June 22, 2024 | Categories: Ontario, PNP

On June 20, 2024, the OINP conducted its second round of invitations for the year under the Express Entry French-Speaking Skilled Worker stream. This draw saw 212 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) issued to French-speaking candidates. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores for these candidates ranged from 305 to 409 points....

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IRCC updates language testing requirements for PNP applications

Author: Admin | April 22, 2024 | Categories: PNP

In a significant update, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has streamlined language testing requirements for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) applications, effective April 18, 2024. This pivotal change aims to facilitate smoother processes for PNP candidates, particularly those not applying through the Express Entry system. Previously, all PNP applicants, regardless...

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Immigrant retention rates across Canadian provinces

Author: Admin | February 20, 2024 | Categories: Permanent Residence, PNP

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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Insights into Canadian Immigration in 2024

Author: Admin | January 4, 2024 | Categories: Express Entry, Permanent Residence, PNP, Study in Canada, Work in Canada

The Express Entry System, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), International Student Programs, Parents and Grandparents Program, and IRCC plans to leverage AI are a few of the insights into Canadian Immigration in 2024. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) plans to welcome 485,000 permanent residents in 2024. The Express Entry System...

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