As part of the Express Entry program, Canada held its first draw of the year today and the first since November 23. There were 5,500 candidates invited by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) whose Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores were at least 507. All of these programs operate through the Express Entry system and...
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An Overview of Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking Scores in 2022
For the first time since 2020, Canada invited skilled immigrants who were looking to immigrate to Canada from overseas through the Express Entry system for the Federal Skilled Worker Class this July. The Express Entry system manages three programs: The Federal Skilled Workers Program (FSWP) The Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) The Canadian Experience Class...
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Express Entry is Now Open to Truck Drivers
Canada is currently facing a significant labour shortage of Truck Drivers due to the layoffs caused by the pandemic alongside the aging workforce. Recently, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has transitioned from NOC 2016 system to the NOC 2021 and added 16 new occupations to Express Entry. Truck driving is among the new eligible...
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Skilled Immigration—Canada’s Ticket to Economic Prosperity and Demographic Stability
Why is Canada so keen on skilled immigration? While other countries treat immigration as an option, it is more of a compulsion for Canada. This is primarily because Canada’s pro-immigration policies are rooted in pragmatic economic and demographic factors. Skilled immigration is key to Canada’s economic prosperity, and, unlike other countries, Canada has recognized and...
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Busting the ‘No Canada Job = No Canada Immigration’ Myth for Skilled Workers
Many skilled workers make the mistake of thinking that failure to get a job in Canada means their dream of working and settling in Canada is over. Getting a job is certainly a long-term requirement to have a stable and settled life in Canada. However, it’s completely wrong to say that Canada immigration is impossible...
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Ready for FSWP Draws in 2022? Boost Your FSWP Points for an Express Entry ITA in 2022
It’s safe to say that 2022 is going to be a very different year as compared to 2021. The pandemic is definitely under control, international travel has opened up, the job situation is looking good, and it’s extremely likely that there is going to be an Express Entry draw for Federal Skilled Worker Program this...
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PGWP, TFWP, PNP, EE—Options Galore for International Students after the Canadian Degree
I want to study in Canada but am not sure about becoming a Canadian permanent resident after graduation. I want to work in Canada after graduating from a Canadian university but without immediately opting for permanent residence. I want to work in Canada first and then consider PR options after I get some experience. Multiple...
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After the Pandemic—Where are the Jobs in Canada and What’s the Right Immigration Strategy?
I want a job in Canada but am not sure whether Canadian employers in my industry are hiring or not. How has the pandemic impact my occupation in Canada? Are there enough jobs for foreign skilled workers or are the vacancies likely to be filled by Canadians only? I know there are many job vacancies...
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Skilled Workers, Startup Founders, Entrepreneurs, Foreign Students—Options Galore for Canada Immigration
More and more developed countries are realizing the importance of having a meritocratic, transparent, and predictable immigration system, especially for skilled workers and other economic immigrants. A chaotic immigration system with arbitrary rule changes and frequent controversial proposals pushes not just skilled workers but even internationals students to other more immigration-friendly destinations. It’s safe to...