Canada’s spousal sponsorship program, a key route for family reunification, has experienced a notable decline in 2024. Despite a brief increase in July, the overall number of new permanent residents arriving through the program continues to lag behind last year’s figures. The year is on track for a significant drop compared to 2023, raising questions...
Canada continues to welcome skilled immigrants through its Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), and Ontario is leading the way with two new Ontario PNP draws. On September 17, 2024, these draws resulted in 1,443 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) under the OINP Masters and PhD Graduate Streams. Latest Ontario PNP Draws Details –...
Canada is witnessing a significant drop in international student enrollments for 2024, with a recent analysis by ApplyBoard suggesting a nearly 50% decrease in approved study permits compared to 2023. This decline is much steeper than the government’s initial forecast of a 35% reduction. It has raised concerns about the country’s international education sector and...
Canada’s tourism and hospitality sectors are gearing up for a hiring boost, with a virtual job fair set to attract bilingual and Francophone candidates. This event is part of Canada’s consistent efforts to support francophone immigration and address labor shortages in the tourism industry, especially in provinces outside Quebec. With the surge in hospitality jobs...
British Columbia, one of Canada’s most sought-after immigration destinations, has once again opened its doors to skilled workers and international graduates. In a recent Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, the province issued 163 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR). British Columbia PNP Draw Highlights General and Targeted Draws: The draw included both general...
Nova Scotia has introduced a Program Integrity Policy to improve accountability and fairness in its economic immigration programs. Developed by the Immigration and Population Growth (IPG) Branch of the Department of Labour, Skills, and Immigration (LSI), this policy provides clear guidelines to ensure transparency in immigration decisions and procedures. Enhancing Public Trust with Program Integrity...
Recent immigration policy changes in Canada have left tens of thousands of international students facing an uncertain future. The Canadian government’s sudden shift in immigration priorities—now focusing on French speakers and specific job sectors—has drastically impacted the path to permanent residency for many long-term students. Experts estimate that between 70,000 to 131,000 Post-Graduation Work Permit...
Exciting developments for skilled professionals looking to start a new chapter in Saskatchewan! The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has recently issued invitations to 89 candidates in its latest provincial nomination draw. Key Details of the Latest SINP Draw 00012 10010 10011 10021 10029 11101 13201 20010 20012 21101 21221 21222 21233 21234 21301 21310...
Good news for skilled workers seeking to make Ontario their new home! The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has recently conducted an Express Entry draw, extending invitations to 1,269 candidates to apply for provincial nomination. This represents a significant opportunity for those looking to immigrate to Canada and contribute their skills to the thriving province...
