The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) roared into 2024 with a double draw on January 10th, issuing 377 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination. This sets the stage for a promising year of immigration activity in the province. General and Targeted Draws The draw featured both General and Targeted categories, catering to...
In the changing landscape of Canadian immigration, 2023 stood out as a transformative year marked by new policies and measures. A pivotal player in the immigration journey, the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), saw unexpected score highs. However, the hopes for CRS Scores to decline take center stage once again, with many positive shifts that may...
In a recent report by Statistics Canada, the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) emerges as a key factor influencing the earnings of newcomers settling in Canada. The study unveils significant disparities in average earnings among PNP candidates across various provinces, shedding light on the intricate relationship between local economic conditions, background characteristics, and immigration pathways. Regional...
In a dynamic week of Express Entry draws, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has once again extended invitations to apply (ITAs) in the fourth Express Entry Draw of the week. The recent draw, conducted on December 21, 2023, invited 400 candidates to participate in a category-based selection draw, focusing on candidates in agriculture and...
In a dynamic move, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the latest Express Entry draw #277, extending invitations to 670 candidates. This targeted selection focused on individuals with expertise in transport occupations, showcasing Canada’s commitment to diverse and skilled immigration. Let’s delve into the specifics of this draw and contextualize it within the recent...
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues its Express Entry draws, with the latest one focusing on candidates in trade occupations. This draw, held on December 19, saw the issuance of 1,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. Here we will shed some light on the details of this draw and provide an overview...
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has once again extended invitations to apply (ITAs) in its Latest All-Program Express Entry Draw. This draw on December 18 saw a total of 1,325 candidates receiving invitations. Minimum CRS Score and Recent Draws Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 542 to be eligible for...
As of December 7, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has delivered updates impacting Canada’s international student program, specifically concerning Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders. Notably, IRCC has clarified that it will not extend PGWPs further, ending a series of extensions offered during the post-pandemic recovery period. These extensions, introduced in response to COVID-19-induced labor...
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has once again extended invitations to potential candidates in its third Express Entry draw. This time, the focus is on professionals with expertise in STEM-related occupations, and 5,900 invitations to apply (ITAs) have been issued. For candidates to be considered, a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 481...
