In a recent development, Ontario has made a significant decision impacting immigration pathways as it suspended applications to the Entrepreneur Stream, effective December 4, 2023. Concurrently, the province has ceased accepting new expressions of interest, marking a substantial shift in its immigration landscape. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), under the Ontario Immigrant Act, 2015...
The federal government of Canada has exclusively allocated $775.1 million, along with $48.3 million for 2023-2024. This allocated funding was a part of the initiative by the government of Quebec under the Canada-Quebec Accord to support French speakers. Overview of the Funding for Quebec The funding of $775.1 million will be allocated by the Canadian...
On January 30, 2024, Alberta released an update on the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) inventory, marking a crucial step in managing immigration streams. The data highlights valuable insights into the current status and future projections of the program. Current Inventory Status As of the latest update, the AAIP inventory includes 4,690 applications under the...
In a groundbreaking move on January 31, 2024, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced a robust funding of $362.4 million, boosting housing support for asylum claimants across the nation. This initiative, known as the Interim Housing Assistance Program (IHAP), is a pivotal component of the 2023–2024 fiscal year strategy. Quebec stands...
IRCC’s latest data reveals that the spousal sponsorship arrivals in Canada during 2023 have been dynamic. Here, we will highlight the growth overview. Following a robust 8.7% growth in October, the spousal sponsorship program encountered a transient decline of 14.8% in November, aligning with a general softening in overall immigration for the month. Despite this...
As the deadline of March 2024 approaches, a substantial influx of Ukrainian immigrants into Canada is expected. Tens of thousands seek refuge from the turmoil resulting from the Russian invasion, aiming to utilize temporary emergency visas provided by the Canadian government. Extensive Visa Issuance and Current Arrivals Since March 2022, Ottawa has granted 936,293 emergency...
Canada’s pursuit of economic prosperity through immigration has led to a nuanced exploration of the outcomes of one- and two-step immigration processes. Recent data from Statistics Canada sheds light on the economic trajectories of immigrants, offering valuable insights into the impact of the chosen immigration pathway. Understanding the Two-Step Immigration Process In the two-step immigration...
In a noteworthy development, more than 355,000 international students who pursued their education in Canada have obtained permanent resident status from 2021 to 2023, as revealed by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This is part of a broader trend where over the past three years, a total of 627,000 former temporary residents successfully transitioned...
In a recent development, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has provided a clarification concerning Francophone Candidates in the International Mobility Program (IMP). The update, released on January 25, 2024, aims to offer clear guidance, particularly regarding exceptions for individuals involved in primary agriculture occupations. Scope of Exception: NOC Categories 4 and 5 The key...
