Recently, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) outlined a strategic immigration plan aligning with crucial skills to tackle labor shortages and advance Canada’s economic, social, and cultural goals. Priority for International Students As part of this strategy, IRCC emphasizes prioritizing international students applying for Canadian Permanent Residence (PR) based on the alignment of their skills...
On November 21, 2023, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) conducted its latest draw, signaling the province’s ongoing commitment to attracting skilled individuals and international graduates. This draw, the third Skills Immigration draw of the month, saw the issuance of 161 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across various streams. Overview of BC PNP’s Latest...
In response to the evolving challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has devised a strategic plan titled “An Immigration System for Canada’s Future.” This initiative aims to address the backlog in application processing times for key programs and streamline the entire immigration system. Aligning Application Intake with Admission Spaces...
The Start-Up Visa program in Canada has garnered substantial attention for its ability to attract immigrant entrepreneurs, with recent data from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) highlighting a notable uptick in participation. Over the first half of this year, the SUV saw a commendable increase of 6.3 percent in the number of new permanent...
If you’ve been eagerly awaiting the opportunity to sponsor your parents or grandparents to join you in Canada, your chance has arrived! The Parents and Grandparents Program PGP 2023 lottery has officially begun, opening doors for family reunification. Here, we’ll help you with all the essential details. PGP 2023 Lottery Details Between October 10 and...
The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) kicked off October with a new expression of interest (EOI) draw, making a fresh start for prospective immigrants. On October 5, 2023, the PEI PNP conducted its latest draw, inviting 20 candidates to apply for Canadian permanent residency exclusively under the Labour & Express Entry stream....
Last week marked a significant turning point for Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) as it embarked on a journey of transformation to improve its operations. This endeavor is a direct response to a comprehensive report commissioned earlier this year by Neil Yeates, a former IRCC Deputy Minister. In his report, Yeates identifies key areas...
In a compassionate response to the ongoing situation in Ukraine, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has been actively participating in Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada’s special immigration measures. One significant facet of this endeavor is the regular Expression of Interest (EOI) draws conducted by the program to assist individuals who meet the MPNP’s eligibility...
In the ever-evolving landscape of Canadian immigration, the Express Entry system remains at the forefront, continuously inviting skilled individuals to pursue their dreams of living and working in Canada. The latest Express Entry Draw 265 conducted by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) showcases the program’s vitality. A Snapshot of the Latest Express Entry Draw...
