Category: Provincial Nominee Program

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How Canada will Benefit from US Immigration Restrictions till the End of 2020?

The world’s preferred destination for immigrants has decided to restrict issue of new green cardsas well as short-term work permits. Ostensibly aimed at protecting American workers, thisdecision is likely to impact both the US as well as its neighbor Canada for a long time ahead.A quick comparison of immigration-centric responses by Canada and the USA...

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Finding a Job in Canada—Understanding Wages and Other Requirements for a Valid Job Offer

Finding a job in Canada is the first step a foreign worker can take towards a happy and prosperous life in Canada. But just any job offer will not help you work and settle in Canada. Finding a Valid Job Offer in Canada can be challenging. Read ahead to learn more nitty-gritty details. The job...

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Finding a Job in Canada—Understanding the NOC Matrix

NOC Matrix means National Occupational Classification Matrix (Canada). The NOC matrix is a standardized system that categorizes all the occupations in the Canadian labor market. Every occupation is allotted a NOC code along with an associated job title, lead statement, and list of major duties and responsibilities. Barring exceptions like international graduate streams or business...

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More Power to Communities—Understanding Canada’s Rural & Northern Immigration Pilot Program

One of the most unique features of Canada’s immigration system is that the provinces are free to create nomination programs and streams with eligibility conditions for foreign workers based on their unique needs and requirements.  The Rural & Northern Immigration pilot program is a significant development that goes a step further and permits rural communities...

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How Will Covid-19 Impact Immigration Programs of Quebec and Other Canadian Provinces?

Quebec and Ontario account for more than 85 percent of all the Covid-19 cases in Canada and unemployment rates for April 2020 for these two provinces have risen significantly. Further, the two provinces have witnessed the biggest fall in number of hours worked between February and April 2020.  Yet, this doesn’t mean the economic impact...

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Numbers Don’t Lie—Immigrants are Welcome and Community Pilots and PNPs to Lead the Way in 2022

Canada has released its immigration levels plan for 2020-2022 and is well set on achieving the ambitious target of new permanent residents accounting for one percent of the country’s population by the year 2022. The 2019 to 2021 plan targeted a million immigrants in three years with close around 60 percent entering Canada through economic...

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Community Immigration Pilot Programs—an Important Factor Impacting your Decision to Study in Canada

For an ambitious youngster, a foreign degree is rarely an isolated decision just about the degree. Often, it is the first step towards the goal of a getting a job and becoming a permanent resident of the same country. This means the study destination you choose must not only offer quality education but must also...

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Atlantic Immigration Pilot —An Easier Route to Canadian Immigration?

Canada has always been an immigrant-friendly nation but some provinces have been more successful in attracting immigrant talent as compared to others. Atlantic Immigration Pilot program (AIPP) is the one to credit. Historically, the Atlantic provinces have attracted fewer immigrants, which is why, as compared to other provinces, the four provinces of Nova Scotia, New...

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Canada ‘Trumps’ the US as Preferred Destination for Indian Professionals and Students

Canada is fast becoming the preferred foreign destination for Indian professionals seeking immigration as well as Indian students seeking to secure a better future through a foreign degree. Canada Immigration for Indian Citizens is easier than the other alternatives. Numbers Paint a Clear Picture The number of Indian citizens qualifying for Canadian permanent residence has...