IRCC

biometrics

All permanent residence applicants will now be required to submit biometrics

On June 14, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the removal of the public policy allowing foreign nationals to apply for permanent residence with previous biometrics. As a result, all permanent residence applicants applying on or after June 14, 2023, are required to submit biometrics. The updated instructions... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Atlantic Premiers

Atlantic Premiers collaborate to enhance healthcare and the economy in the region

On June 12, 2023, Atlantic Premiers came together to improve healthcare and strengthen Atlantic Canada’s economy. They discussed expanding the Atlantic Registry concept to cover more health professions, reducing administrative burden, sharing information and data, and establishing an Atlantic Working Group on International Recruitment.  Premiers also discussed immigration and labor... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Express Entry draw round 250

IRCC invited 4,800 candidates through the all-program Express Entry draw round 250

On June 8, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 4,800 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates under Express Entry draw round 250. In this draw, IRCC continued inviting candidates under all immigration programs.  In round #250, the cut-off score was 486 points, two points fewer than in the... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
RNIP Canada

RNIP Canada boosts Manitoba school enrolment

Immigration to Manitoba through RNIP Canada is boosting the number of students in schools of participating communities. For instance, Altona/Rhineland in southeastern Manitoba, which the Garden Valley School Division partly serves, is experiencing a surge in student population due to its participation in the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot.  According... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »