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transport occupations

IRCC announced category-based selection for newcomers working in transport occupations

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On September 18, 2023, IRCC, Marc Miller, announced the first category-based draw in the Express Entry system for newcomers with work experience in transport occupations.  This initiative focuses on attracting skilled workers in the transport sector, including truck drivers, pilots, and aircraft assembly workers. The goal is to address labor... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
latest IEC rounds of invitations

Canada issued over 5,000 invitations in latest IEC rounds of invitations

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Over the last two weeks, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the latest IEC rounds of invitations. From September 2 to September 15, Canada invited 5,378 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit. As of September 15, 29,715 candidates registered in the pool, awaiting the invitation. ... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Welcoming Week

It is Welcoming Week 2023 in Canada

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It is a Welcoming Week 2023 in Canada, On September 8, 2023, Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), stated that Canada welcomes more and more newcomers and celebrates inclusivity. Immigrants are an essential part of Canada’s cultural and economic fabric, contributing to innovation, filling labor market... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
International Student Program

IRCC will modernize the International Student Program

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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will modernize its International Student Program by implementing a Trusted Institution Framework by 2024. This framework will create a two-tiered structure with post-secondary institutions being assessed against criteria to show that they are reliable partners.  Institutions that meet the requirements will receive benefits such... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
temporary residence permit

Ottawa provided clarification for temporary residence permit applications

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On August 23, 2023, the Government of Canada announced program delivery instructions for temporary residence permits (TRP) made within Canada.  The update clarifies that the TRP fee exemption under paragraph 298(2)(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR) does not apply to temporary resident permit applications made within Canada... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
The CRS score dropped below 500

The CRS score dropped below 500 and 4,300 ITA issued in the new all-program Express Entry draw

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The CRS score dropped below 500 on August 15, 2023, Express Entry Draw. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 4,300 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates under the Express Entry draw #262.  In this draw, IRCC invited candidates under all immigration programs. In the latest round of invitations, the... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »