Canada’s Express Entry system has witnessed dynamic changes in its draw patterns, reflecting the country’s adaptable immigration strategy. In recent weeks, Canada has conducted various draws, targeting specific categories such as healthcare, French proficiency, and occupation-based segments. These draws, each with its distinct Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score cut-offs, demonstrate the country’s commitment to fulfilling...
Canada’s French-only express entry draw on October 25, 2023, marked a significant event in the realm of Express Entry, inviting 300 candidates to apply for permanent residence. With a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score cut-off of 486 CRS points, the draw attracted attention due to its exclusivity and emphasis on French language proficiency. As aspiring...
Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to facilitate the entry of skilled individuals into the country, as evidenced by invitation of 1,548 candidates in the recent Express Entry draw for Provincial Nominee Program candidates. The draw necessitated a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 776, reflecting the nation’s commitment to selecting highly...
The Start-Up Visa program in Canada has garnered substantial attention for its ability to attract immigrant entrepreneurs, with recent data from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) highlighting a notable uptick in participation. Over the first half of this year, the SUV saw a commendable increase of 6.3 percent in the number of new permanent...
In the most recent British PNP draw, on October 17, 2023, approximately 157 candidates were granted an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for the provincial nomination for the Canadian Permanent Resident (PR) visa. The BC PNP serves as a crucial Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) within the prominent Canadian province of British Columbia, actively seeking skilled and...
Amidst the intricate landscape of Canada’s immigration framework, settlement providers advocate for an extension of services to temporary residents, emphasizing the need for a more comprehensive and inclusive approach. Key Insights from IRCC’s Stakeholder Consultations The crucial role of the Settlement Program and Resettlement Assistance program in aiding newcomers, alongside the allocation of substantial government...
In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada is witnessing encouraging signs of economic recovery, as suggested by Statistics Canada’s latest Labor Force Survey. The report, covering September 2023, highlights a stable unemployment rate of 5.5%, consistent with the rate at the beginning of the year. Concurrently, the employment rate remained steady at 62% throughout...
Recent minimum wage hikes across six provinces in Canada represent a positive shift in the Canadian labor market, providing improved financial stability for hourly workers. These increments, implemented as of October 1, 2023, are anticipated to have a meaningful impact on various sectors, particularly for newcomers to the country. Understanding labor laws and employment rights...
The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have recently conducted their latest Express Entry draw, inviting 3,725 candidates to apply. These draws are an essential part of the Canadian immigration process, determining who is eligible to apply for permanent residency in Canada. A Diverse Selection In this draw, candidates were required to have a minimum...
