Effective February 15, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has temporarily halted the processing of applications for the Alberta Opportunity Stream until further notice. This decision aims to allow the province to manage its current application inventory effectively and allocate immigration nominations to address pressing priorities, including filling labor shortages in key sectors such as...
March 1, 2024, heralds a new era for Alberta’s Immigration landscape as the province introduces its innovative Tourism and Hospitality Stream under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program. This strategic move is designed to bridge labor gaps in the vital tourism and hospitality sector, fostering economic recovery and growth. Alberta Immigration Stream for Economic Growth Alberta,...
In a heartfelt response to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has taken swift action under the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET). The latest update as of February 2, 2024, reveals a remarkable milestone – IRCC has approved a staggering 958,190 applications out of the 1,189,320 received, providing a...
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...
