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Alberta extends invitations to applicants for its provincial immigration program

Alberta held three provincial immigration draws during the first two weeks of April, issuing a total of 81 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). These draws specifically targeted healthcare professionals...

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Special work permits will be offered to candidates under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program

Certain candidates in the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) may be eligible for province-specific work permits of up to two years to help...

Are you eligible for the new STEM category under Express Entry?

The STEM category under Express Entry has changed significantly in the past two months, with 19 occupations removed and six new ones added. As a...

Significant updates to British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program

The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has shut down several streams, temporarily halted certain draws, and will only accept 1,100...

Significant decrease in CRS scores following the elimination of arranged employment points

The composition of the Express Entry candidate pool has shifted notably after the removal of arranged employment points from the Comprehensive Ranking...

Initial group of eligible occupations announced for new permanent residency programs

Timmins has released its list of high-priority occupations and sectors for two newly introduced pathways to Canadian permanent residency. Located in...

How to maximize your CRS score with work experience

How to Earn Canadian and Foreign Work Experience at the Same Time (and Boost Your CRS Score) In some cases, candidates applying through Canada’s...

Canada increases the limit for the Parents and Grandparents Program

The Canadian federal government has expanded the number of applications it will accept for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). In 2025, the...

Are you eligible for the revised Healthcare and Social Services category under Express Entry?

Pharmacists, social workers, and dental hygienists are now eligible for category-based draws, increasing their chances of obtaining Canadian permanent...

Canada’s Immigration Pilots for Home Care Workers are now accepting applications

As of 10 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on March 31, 2025, Canada’s Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP) are open for applications. Foreign...

Canada eliminates PGWP field of study restrictions for graduates of college bachelor’s programs

International graduates of college bachelor’s programs will now be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) without needing to meet specific...

Complete information disclosed: Do you qualify to apply for permanent residency under the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots?

Foreign nationals seeking to immigrate to Canada as home care workers can now find complete details about these programs. The Home Care Worker...

BREAKING: Canada eliminates additional CRS points for arranged employment in Express Entry

Express Entry candidates will no longer be awarded additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for holding a valid job offer, even if it is...

Canada will issue invitations to apply for the Parents and Grandparents PR program in 2025

In 2025, some Canadians and permanent residents will receive invitations to apply to sponsor their parents and grandparents for permanent residency...

Canada introduces a new permanent residency pathway for construction workers

Canada’s immigration department has unveiled significant policy changes to bolster the country’s construction industry. Key updates...

BREAKING: Canada introduces new measures to restore citizenship for lost Canadians impacted by the first-generation limit

Canada Introduces Interim Measures for Lost Canadians Seeking Citizenship The Canadian government has announced temporary measures allowing certain...

Canada introduces significant updates to Express Entry categories

On February 27, 2025, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) revealed significant updates to the Express Entry system, including the...

Is your PGWP about to expire? Here’s what you should know about applying for a TFWP work permit.

Staying and Working in Canada After Your PGWP Expires If your Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is nearing expiration, you may still be able to...

Iranians in Canada remain eligible to apply for special open work permits

Some Iranian nationals in Canada will continue to be eligible for special work permits. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has...

Newfoundland and Labrador modifies the application process for its provincial immigration pathways

Foreign nationals can no longer apply directly to Newfoundland and Labrador’s permanent residency pathways, and some in-progress applications...

How long will my PGWP be valid if I have completed multiple programs of study?

The Canadian federal government has introduced new guidelines affecting the duration of Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) for foreign nationals who...

IEC work permit holders face an earlier cut-off for bonus CRS points on valid job offers under Express Entry

Changes to CRS Points for IEC Work Permit Holders Under Express Entry Foreign nationals holding an employer-specific work permit under the...

New Brunswick resumes accepting applications for immigration programs

New Brunswick is set to reopen its immigration streams after a period of adjustment, following the federal government’s decision to allocate only...

IRCC Sends More CEC Invitations in Second Express Entry Draw This Week

    Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued additional Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system. In this...

Canada introduces a new rural immigration pathway to permanent residency and unveils participating communities.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released key details about the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), including its...

Canada sets study permit limit for 2025

The Canadian federal government has set a cap of 550,162 study permit applications for the remainder of 2025. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship...

How to Apply for an Open Work Permit for Your Spouse or Partner During Sponsorship

When sponsoring your spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner for Canadian permanent residency, they may be eligible to apply for an Open Work...

IRCC to eliminate LMIA-based job offer points from the Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System.

Express Entry candidates aiming for Canadian permanent residency will no longer receive additional points in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)...

Canada Introduces New Permanent Residence Pathway for French-Speaking Applicants

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the eligibility criteria and details for a new francophone immigration pathway to...

IRCC Issues Invitations to Express Entry Candidates in Third December Draw

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its first draw of the week. A total of 1,085 ITAs were...

Work Permit Options for International Student Graduates Who Are Ineligible for PGWPs

For recent and upcoming graduates who are not eligible for post-graduation work permits (PGWPs) or those with expiring PGWPs, alternative pathways are...

Free Tools and Resources to Support Your Immigration Journey

Newcomers can take advantage of free, online tools designed to assist at every stage of the Canadian immigration process. This article highlights some...

British Columbia and Manitoba extend invitations to PNP candidates.

British Columbia and Manitoba have issued invitations to candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).  ...

IRCC holds its first French-language Express Entry draw of December, inviting candidates.

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another Express Entry draw, issuing 800 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through a...

What is the role of an immigration representative?

You have the option to handle immigration applications on your own or seek the assistance of a representative. But why might you choose to work with a...

Canada Holds First Healthcare Express Entry Draw Since July

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw. A total of 3,000 ITAs...

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