British Columbia (BC) held its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on February 06, 2024, marking the fifth invitation round conducted by the province in the year. To date, a total of 1,193 candidates have received invitations through Skills Immigration draws, with no Entrepreneur Immigration draws conducted in 2024. Results of the Latest BC PNP...
The Sudbury Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) Program recently completed its evaluation of 46 applications, marking a significant milestone in its immigration initiatives. This article provides an overview of the application consideration process and outlines the steps involved in applying for the program. Application Deadline and Consideration The deadline for submitting applications to the...
In the inaugural Arrima draw of 2024, Quebec’s immigration authorities extended invitations to 1,007 skilled workers possessing specific occupational expertise and language proficiency. Here, we present a detailed analysis of this draw, shedding light on essential details such as the minimum score range, extraction date, and the targeted occupations. A Quick Glimpse into the Latest...
In a significant stride towards bolstering its healthcare workforce, New Brunswick welcomes international nurses with open arms. Health Minister Bruce Fitch, on January 30, 2024, celebrated the invaluable contributions of nurses with international education at Loch Lomond Villa in Saint John. Recruitment Success and Growing Workforce A recent recruitment mission in the Philippines has yielded...
On January 30, 2024, Alberta released an update on the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) inventory, marking a crucial step in managing immigration streams. The data highlights valuable insights into the current status and future projections of the program. Current Inventory Status As of the latest update, the AAIP inventory includes 4,690 applications under the...
The Canadian province of New Brunswick is striving to address persistent labor shortages in the construction sector. Both provincial and federal governments have joined hands with the Construction Association of New Brunswick (CANB) to overcome the situation. They have exclusively formed a dedicated establishment, the Labour Force Adjustment Committee to strategically leverage immigration to counter...
In a groundbreaking move on January 31, 2024, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced a robust funding of $362.4 million, boosting housing support for asylum claimants across the nation. This initiative, known as the Interim Housing Assistance Program (IHAP), is a pivotal component of the 2023–2024 fiscal year strategy. Quebec stands...
IRCC’s latest data reveals that the spousal sponsorship arrivals in Canada during 2023 have been dynamic. Here, we will highlight the growth overview. Following a robust 8.7% growth in October, the spousal sponsorship program encountered a transient decline of 14.8% in November, aligning with a general softening in overall immigration for the month. Despite this...
As the deadline of March 2024 approaches, a substantial influx of Ukrainian immigrants into Canada is expected. Tens of thousands seek refuge from the turmoil resulting from the Russian invasion, aiming to utilize temporary emergency visas provided by the Canadian government. Extensive Visa Issuance and Current Arrivals Since March 2022, Ottawa has granted 936,293 emergency...
