Canada IEC 2024 is now closed, as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada completed the final International Experience Canada program draw of the year. In October, it issued 3,847 young international applicants an open work permit under this last application intake for 2024. This final application intake seals off the exciting opportunity for the youth of participating countries to acquire priceless work experience in Canada.
What is the Canada IEC 2024 Program?
Under the IEC program, young adults of eligible age, originating from participating countries, are able to work and travel in Canada. This is a popular destination for those young adults willing to go aboard an international adventure while gaining valuable professional experience in one of the world’s most vibrant economies. The selected candidates receive an ITA issued for an open work permit to enable them to work in any part of Canada.
Canada’s Last IEC Draw for 2024
By 21st October, a total of 40,435 candidates in the IEC pool waited with bated breath for their invitation. This time, Canada released 3,847 ITAs among the participating countries as part of the global pool.
Below is the breakdown of the final ITAs by country:
- Andorra: 2 ITAs
- Australia: 527 ITAs
- Austria: 5 ITAs
- Belgium: 7 ITAs
- Chile: 195 ITAs
- Costa Rica: 84 ITAs
- Croatia: 5 ITAs
- Czech Republic: 63 ITAs
- Denmark: 19 ITAs
- Estonia: 9 ITAs
- Finland: 12 ITAs
- France: 432 ITAs
- Germany: 342 ITAs
- Greece: 3 ITAs
- Hong Kong: 4 ITAs
- Iceland: 3 ITAs
- Ireland: 287 ITAs
- Italy: 321 ITAs
- Japan: 3 ITAs
- Korea: 75 ITAs
- Latvia: 2 ITAs
- Lithuania: 4 ITAs
- Luxembourg: 6 ITAs
- Netherlands: 83 ITAs
- New Zealand: 170 ITAs
- Norway: 14 ITAs
- Poland: 56 ITAs
- Portugal: 88 ITAs
- Slovakia: 27 ITAs
- Slovenia: 3 ITAs
- Spain: 30 ITAs
- Sweden: 26 ITAs
- Switzerland: 17 ITAs
- Taiwan: 528 ITAs
- United Kingdom: 395 ITAs
This comprehensive round of invitations allowed thousands of young foreigners to embark on a Canadian adventure, fulfilling their dreams of working and exploring the country.
IEC Program 2024: A Record-Breaking Year
The IEC program of Canada continues to gain momentum, and 2024 was not an exception. In the calendar year, ITAs were issued to applicants from various countries. This indicates that Canada is committed to fostering cultural exchange and supporting global youth mobility.
Why is the IEC Program a Golden Opportunity?
To most, an IEC program is a launching pad for a more permanent stay in Canada. Whether working in the technology sector, hospitality, or gaining professional experience in all other industries, the program always offers something unique between cultural exchange and career development.
Canada always ranks as one of the best destinations for youths to engage in working holidays. As such, immigration through the IEC program can set up a career on the map around the world, supports personal growth, and further leads to more immigration opportunities with the Express Entry system.
Canada’s Work Opportunities for Young Foreigners
This is another good reason why the Canadian labor market is doing well, and the IEC program participants can fill the required openings in every nook and corner of the country-from the hubbubs of Toronto and Vancouver to the remote, idyllic regions of Alberta and the Maritime provinces.
In case one fails to receive an invitation for 2024, they should not lose hope and keep monitoring the future opportunities for IEC 2025, since Canada would, in the next year, continue appreciating ideas, skills, and culture exchange facilitated by the program.
Prepare for the Next IEC Round: Plan Ahead for 2025
Since the 2024 IEC program is now closed, those who were not selected should begin preparing themselves for next year. Here is how you can increase your opportunity for 2025:
- Keep up to date with IRCC information on which 2025 IEC pools will open.
- Improve Your Profile: Don’t forget to update your qualifications, work experience, and language skills in order to increase your probability of being invited.
- Understand how to apply for an IEC work permit.
If you want to know more details about “Canada IEC 2024 Closed: Final Invitations Issued to Last Candidates for the Year“ you can contact one of our immigration specialists at Gunness & Associates.
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