In a remarkable update from Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the fourteenth Express Entry draw of 2023 has commenced, setting the stage for an eventful month of immigration opportunities in Canada. With the issuance of 4,800 invitations in an all-program draw, IRCC once again reaffirms its commitment to attracting skilled candidates who align with...
Recently, Quebec Premier Francois Legault unveiled proposed changes to Quebec’s immigration programs, including significant updates to the Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP) and other business immigration initiatives. One of the noteworthy changes in Quebec’s economic immigration programs is the introduction of a mandatory requirement for all applicants to possess strong oral French skills before applying....
Canada is renowned for its stable and robust economy, which has witnessed a strong resurgence in various sectors following the pandemic. A key driver of Canada’s sustained economic growth is its ambitious immigration targets. The Immigration Levels Plan 2023-2025 aims to welcome 500,000 immigrants annually by the end of 2025. With nearly 25% of the...
Recently, two Canadian provinces have extended invitations to candidates through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). These draws coincided with the introduction of new selection categories for Express Entry candidates by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), potentially encompassing individuals already involved in the PNP. IRCC clarified that not all future draws will be for the...
The Express Entry program in Canada has recently introduced new selection categories designed to enhance the immigration system and attract skilled workers. The introduction of these categories offers exciting opportunities for prospective immigrants to pursue their dreams of living and working in Canada. Canada’s Immigration Minister Sean Fraser, has recently announced new category-based selection draws...
The recent strike which took place from April 19th to May 1st between the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Federal Government of Canada affected over 155,000 public officials and the services offered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. In the quest of this situation, IRCC also provided a detailed update on the...
On May 26th, 2023, Sean Fraser, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, unveiled a series of enhancements aimed at fortifying family class immigration in Canada. These measures seek to expedite visa processing, introduce dedicated tools, expand work permit opportunities, and extend existing permits. By implementing these changes, the Canadian government aims to reduce processing...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) release the latest data that suggests that the application inventory has surpassed 2 million. As of April 30, the backlog of applications awaiting finalization was at over 800,000. IRCC defines its inventory as the pool of applications that have yet to receive a decision. In 2022, IRCC successfully processed...
In a significant move that has garnered widespread attention, the province of Ontario in Canada has taken a bold step towards supporting the engineering community by removing the Canadian work experience requirement for engineers. This new development aims to facilitate the entry and integration of skilled engineers into the Ontario job market, fostering a more...
