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Work permit policy

Ottawa introduced a temporary open work permit policy for PNP candidates

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... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Fifth Express Entry draw

IRCC invited 964 PNP candidates under Fifth Express Entry draw

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.... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Latest PNP Draw Under Express Entry

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

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... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
language testing requirements

IRCC updates language testing requirements for PNP applications

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... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Immigrant retention rates

Immigrant retention rates across Canadian provinces

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... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Canadian Immigration in 2024

Insights into Canadian Immigration in 2024

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... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
immigration options to Canada in 2023

What are the most common immigration options to Canada in 2023?

What are the most common immigration options to Canada in 2023? The answer is: Immigration options to Canada vary depending on an individual’s circumstances and needs. However, Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, and business immigration will continue to be the most common immigration options to Canada in 2023.  These pathways... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »