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New Permanent Residents in January
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Canadian Immigration Achieves Record Number of New Permanent Residents in January

Canada’s immigration landscape witnessed a remarkable surge in January, setting a record for the number of new permanent residents welcomed into the country. According to the latest data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), immigration soared by 43.4 percent compared to the previous year, with 50,885 individuals granted permanent residency during the first month...

Nova Scotia's $3 Million Investment
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Nova Scotia’s $3 Million Investment: Boosting Settlement Supports for Immigrants

Nova Scotia is making a significant investment of $3 million in settlement funds to enhance support for immigrants. This initiative aims to bolster English language training, provide assistance to healthcare workers and the francophone population, and implement community initiatives tailored to improve newcomer retention across different regions. Enhancing Opportunities and Retention Strategies Expressing her satisfaction...

Work Permit Requirements
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Enhancing Work Permit Requirements for Business Candidates in Canadian Provinces and Territories

Recently, Canadian provinces and territories have made significant updates to their work permit requirements for business candidates. These changes aim to ensure that applicants intending to establish or operate businesses in Canada genuinely contribute to the cultural, social, and economic landscape of the region where they plan to reside. These updates also assist immigration officers...

Latest Canada Express Entry Draw
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Latest Canada Express Entry Draw: CRS Drops to 336 Points for French Speakers

On February 29, 2024, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a Canada Express Entry draw, extending invitations to 2,500 French language speakers with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 336 points. This draw, aimed at candidates proficient in French, is part of Canada’s strategy to welcome skilled individuals from diverse linguistic backgrounds....

Housing and Grocery Accessibility
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Canada’s Bold Measures to Enhance Housing and Grocery Accessibility

In recent developments, Canada has taken significant steps to address the rising cost of living, particularly impacting newcomers. A recent Leger poll conducted for OMNI news revealed that 83% of surveyed newcomers found affordability challenges were making their settlement in Canada more challenging. Statistics Canada further highlighted that over a third of recent newcomers were...

New Release of Canada’s Rodal Report Reveals Historical Insights
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New Release of Canada’s Rodal Report Reveals Historical Insights

In an unwavering commitment to transparency, the Government of Canada, led by the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, has announced the release of the updated Canada’s Rodal Report. Originally crafted to support the Commission of Inquiry on War Criminals in Canada (the Deschênes Commission) in 1985, this latest version discloses previously...

IRCC Introduces Modifications to the Agri-Food Pilot Initiative
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IRCC Introduces Modifications to the Agri-Food Pilot Initiative

The Agri-Food Pilot Program serves as a solution to the labor demands within Canada’s agri-food sector. It offers a route to permanent residency for skilled, non-seasonal workers in specific industries and occupations. Recent Changes to the Agri-Food Pilot Program As of February 10, 2024, significant changes have been introduced to the Agri-Food Pilot Program: Eligibility...

Discover Lucrative Opportunities Immigrate to Canada as an AI Professional
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Discover Lucrative Opportunities: Immigrate to Canada as an AI Professional

The demand for workers proficient in artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly growing in Canada. Employers are actively seeking individuals who possess the skills to develop or utilize AI products to drive innovation and efficiency across various industries. According to Jenny Yang, a senior advisor at the MaRS innovation hub, there is a widespread need for...

Housing in Canada Insights into the Extended Ban on Foreign Buyers
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Housing in Canada: Insights into the Extended Ban on Foreign Buyers

In the ever-evolving narrative of Canadian real estate, a significant chapter unfolds as the government announces the extension of the ban on foreign home purchasing until the end of 2027. Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland shared this pivotal decision, emphasizing the government’s commitment to ensuring houses in Canada remain homes for its citizens rather than speculative...