In keeping with its attraction of young professional and skilled manpower from around the world, IEC Work Permit program, IRCC conducted the new rounds of invitations for new candidates over the past week; thousands of invitations were sent so that candidates may apply for IEC open work permits. Thus, it’s not only filling up the vacancy in Canada but also providing precious international experience in one of the most welcoming immigrant countries for world youth.
Recent IEC Work Permit Draw Results: Over 7,300 ITAs Issued
Between January 20 and January 26, Canada issued 7,374 invitations to young foreign nationals to apply for an IEC Work Permit. This round of invitations was from various countries, which further cements the commitment of Canada to attract diverse talent. As of January 24, a total of 30,495 candidates were registered in the IEC pools and were waiting for their chance to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA). This high demand is proof of Canada being at the top among destinations for young professionals seeking experience in work and travel through the IEC Work Permit program.
Country-Wise Breakdown of Invitations
The latest invitation round saw significant participation from a variety of countries, with notable figures including:
- Australia – 209 ITAs
- France – 1,018 ITAs
- Ireland – 360 ITAs
- Italy – 148 ITAs
- Korea – 2,528 ITAs
- United Kingdom – 2,187 ITAs
- Taiwan – 206 ITAs
- Netherlands – 114 ITAs
- Spain – 83 ITAs
- Belgium – 138 ITAs
In addition, Andorra, Austria, Costa Rica, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Hong Kong, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, and Switzerland also received ITAs under Canada’s Program, making its talent pool even more diverse.
Why is the IEC Program So Popular?
The IEC work permit program is one of a kind, whereby the young individual will be living and working in Canada, experiencing different things about that country. Thousands apply every year for these key reasons:
- Work and travel opportunity: This IEC program enables young professionals to work in Canada while traveling around the country, which makes it a perfect balance of career growth and adventure.
- There is no requirement of LMIA: IEC work permits are exempted from the Labour Market Impact Assessment. This reduces the processing time and makes the process easy for the applicants.
- Boost to Career Prospects: Experience in working in Canada further opens the candidate’s international employability and career advancement.
- Pathway to Permanent Residency – Many IEC participants transition to permanent residency through programs like Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).
- Diverse work opportunities: Participants in IEC can work in various industries such as hospitality, tech, healthcare, and trades, helping them acquire new skills and professional networks.
IEC Program in 2025: Promising Start with 18,647 ITAs Issued
Up to early 2025, Canada has issued 18,647 ITAs under the IEC program, quite an auspicious start to the year. The steady increase in invitations testifies to Canada’s commitment to supporting young talent and nurturing economic growth through the integration of international workforces.
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