On February 12, 2024, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) disclosed the outcomes of its recent draw, which took place on February 1, 2024. In this draw, a total of 80 prospective immigrants were extended invitations under the Priority Sector – Construction Occupation, with a prerequisite of possessing a job offer letter and achieving a...
Last week, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted fresh draws within the International Experience Canada (IEC) program pools. From February 5 to February 11, a total of 4,857 young individuals from various countries received invitations to apply for an IEC open work permit. As of February 11, there are 31,392 candidates registered in the...
In its ongoing efforts to manage and facilitate immigration processes, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently conducted a draw within the Express Entry system, extending invitations to apply (ITAs) to eligible candidates. This general draw, held on February 13, 2024, saw a total of 1,490 candidates receiving invitations to apply for various immigration programs...
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...
Canada is facing a pressing issue in its healthcare system: a shortage of family doctors. Despite a population boom of over five million people in the last decade, the country has only added 167 medical residencies during the same period. This scarcity makes it increasingly challenging for Canadians to secure regular access to family physicians,...
In response to the burgeoning influx of international students, British Columbia, a prominent Canadian province, has recently taken decisive measures to freeze approvals for new colleges enrolling international students until February 2026. This move aligns with broader national strategies, with Canada, just a week prior, announcing plans to impose a temporary cap on the intake...
Canada’s university landscape is experiencing a notable shift in international student demographics. The diversification of Canada’s international student population presents both challenges and opportunities for the country’s higher education institutions. Emergence of Nigerian Students Notably, Nigerians have emerged as the fastest-growing international student population in Canada, with a significant increase in study permits issued from...
