New Brunswick is gearing up for its Transportation Virtual Recruitment event in 2024, offering an exciting opportunity for skilled workers to join the province’s thriving transportation sector. Here are the details of this virtual recruitment drive and what it means for prospective candidates. Exploring New Brunswick As one of Canada’s founding provinces, New Brunswick boasts...
British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) underwent a significant update on April 22, 2024, concerning the timing of its Skills Immigration draws. This update aims to streamline the immigration process while ensuring fairness to all applicants. Understanding the Update Starting from April 30, 2024, BC PNP will extend invitations to applicants for Skills Immigration...
Start-up visa (SUV) immigration to Canada has been a topic of interest, particularly with the fluctuations observed in recent months. This article delves into the latest data, trends, and projections surrounding SUV immigration, offering insights for prospective entrepreneurs eyeing Canada as their destination for business and innovation. Trends in SUV Immigration In February, SUV entrepreneur...
On April 15, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced significant updates to the Innovation Stream pilot, aimed at facilitating the employment of foreign nationals in high-skilled roles at Global Hypergrowth Project (GHP) employers. The implications of these updates and how they impact both employers and foreign workers seeking opportunities in Canada. Understanding the...
Prince Edward Island (PEI) has taken a significant step in supporting its agriculture industry by introducing a grant program aimed at enhancing housing facilities for foreign agricultural workers. This initiative, known as the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) in Agriculture Housing Improvement Program, signifies the province’s commitment to ensuring better living conditions for those contributing to...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced significant updates on April 5, 2024, to bolster assistance for Israeli and Palestinian nationals residing in Canada. These measures, effective since March 8, 2024, aim to alleviate challenges faced by affected individuals, including fee-exempt extensions for temporary resident statuses. Expanded Eligibility for Temporary Public Policy One of the...
To bolster its skilled workforce, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently conducted an Express Entry draw targeting candidates in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) occupations. This strategic move aims to address the growing demand for specialized expertise in key sectors of the Canadian economy. Express Entry Draw Details The latest draw, conducted...
In the latest development from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), 1,280 candidates received invitations to apply (ITAs) in the first Express Entry draw of April. This draw marks another milestone in Canada’s immigration landscape, offering opportunities for skilled individuals worldwide. IRCC’s April Draw Overview IRCC issued 1,280 ITAs in a general draw, with candidates...
Immigration Minister Marc Miller has assured that Canada will not repatriate Ukrainians currently in the country under the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET), even if their visas have expired, as long as the conflict with Russia persists. Despite the imminent closure of the CUAET program, which has seen over 960,000 approved applications, only a...
