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BC PNP Invitation

BC PNP Invitation: British Columbia Invites 163 New Candidates Through BC PNP Streams

On September 4, 2024, the British Columbia Government kept on supporting the immigration of skilled talent into the province through the BC PNP invitation and conducting new invitations under the BC PNP. In this most recent round, the province invited 163 skilled workers to apply for Canadian permanent residence and... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Agriculture Workforce

Saskatchewan Launches New Immigration Streams to Boost Agriculture Workforce and Strengthen Healthcare

August 30, 2024 – The decision of the Government of Saskatchewan is wise to address existing acute shortages in the agriculture workforce by establishing two new talent subcategories within the SINP. Such pathways serve to foster two sectors of focus in the province, agriculture and healthcare, in addition to enhancing... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
French language skills

French language skills boost Express Entry Success for FSW Candidates

In the ever-evolving landscape of Canadian immigration, French language skills are proving to be a significant competitive edge for Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) candidates. According to the latest Express Entry report, a staggering 92% of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in French-language proficiency draws in 2023 were extended to FSW candidates,... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Internationally Educated Nurses

PEI introduces a New Bursary Program for Internationally Educated Nurses

Prince Edward Island (PEI) has launched a new bursary program designed to support internationally educated nurses in their transition to working and living in the province. The Internationally Educated Nurses Bursary Program provides up to $10,000 to help cover essential costs such as immigration fees, application processing for nursing registration,... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Off-Campus Work Hours

Ottawa’s Proposal to Increase Off-Campus Work Hours for International Students

In a significant move that could impact thousands of international students to increase Off-Campus Work Hours, Ottawa is considering a proposal to allow students to work more than 20 hours per week off campus. This proposal, which is currently under review by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has the... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Skills Missions

IRCC Progresses on Skills Missions to Attract Global Talent

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is making significant headway in its Skills Missions initiative, a cornerstone of the Strategic Immigration Review launched in October 2023. This forward-thinking effort aims to attract high-skilled immigrants by having IRCC staff and stakeholders visit countries renowned for their rich talent pools. The Vision... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Temporary Foreign Worker Program

Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) has nearly doubled in popularity

Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) has experienced a remarkable surge in popularity over the past five years. With employer demand for temporary foreign workers nearly doubling, the TFWP has become an essential component of Canada’s labor market. This increase in demand is evident across various sectors, notably in the... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Home Support Worker Pilots

Canada announced new updates for the Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker Pilots

On June 24, 2024, the Government of Canada introduced significant updates to the Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker Pilots, aimed at simplifying the path to permanent residence for caregivers. These changes, effective from June 16, 2024, reflect Canada’s commitment to supporting essential workers in these vital roles.... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »