Canada continues to be a top destination for skilled migrants, and the latest Express Entry draw #343 proves it yet again. Held on April 24, 2025, this Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-specific draw invited 421 candidates to apply for permanent residence. With a CRS cut-off score of 727, this round marks a noticeable shift compared to...
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New STEM Express Entry Stream Revamped โ Check Eligibility, Updated Occupations and Titles for 2025
Canadaโs Express Entry system continues to evolve โ and for skilled professionals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, the rules just changed. In February 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made major updates to the STEM category in Express Entry, removing 19 occupations and adding six new ones. For many professionals, this reshuffle has...
Canadaโ Latest Express Entry Draw #342 Issues 825 Invitations for PNP Candidates
Canada just held Express Entry draw #342, and itโs making headlines for all the right reasons. On April 14, 2025, 825 invitations were issued to candidates who had already secured a Provincial Nomination, confirming once again that provinces continue to play a strong role in shaping Canada’s immigration landscape. But thereโs more to this draw...
How the Removal of Job Offer Points Is Shaping the Express Entry Pool – CRS Cut-Off for 2025
Canadaโs Express Entry system has just gone through a major shift โ and if youโre one of the thousands of candidates waiting for an invitation, this change could directly affect your chances. As of March 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) removed points awarded for arranged employment in the Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System...
Provincial Immigration Applicants Face Long Waits, Calling for Fairer Processing Times
Canadaโs provincial immigration applicants are raising serious concerns over growing delays in permanent residence (PR) processing. For thousands of newcomers nominated by provinces to fill vital roles across regional economies, the wait time has stretched beyond what many expected โ leaving careers, families, and futures on hold. This spike in delays is closely tied to...
Canada Removes Job Offer CRS Points in Express Entry: Impact on Immigrants
The Canadian government has made a significant change to its Express Entry system, impacting thousands of immigration hopefuls. As of March 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has eliminated the additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points previously awarded for job offers. This decision affects all future and current candidates in the Express Entry...
Alberta Updates Express Entry and Work Permit Policies for 2025
The Government of Alberta has announced important changes to its immigration framework, impacting Express Entry candidates and work permit policies. These updates, effective March 17, 2025, will influence applicants under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) and those looking to secure temporary work permits in the province. Understanding these modifications is crucial for prospective immigrants...
Canada Conducts Record-Breaking Express Entry Draw #341, Invites 7,500 French-Speaking Candidates
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 7,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw #341, making it the largest of the year. Held on March 21, 2025, this draw specifically targeted Francophone candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 379 or higher. Notably, this marks the lowest CRS...
Alberta Issued 13 Invitations with a Minimum Score of 53 under the AAIP
On March 6, 2025, Alberta held a new invitation round under the Alberta Express Entry Stream and issued 13 invitations, with a minimum score of 53. This draw targeted candidates working in the aviation sector under the Priority Sector pathway. The provinceโs ongoing updates to the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) highlight its commitment to...