In Budget 2022, Ontario announced a $15 million investment to double the skilled immigrant intake over three years. The investment will help the province’s economy thrive while addressing labour shortages. Each year, the province of Ontario welcomes one third of all new immigrants to its land. Thus, in order to reach a record high of...
In the recent Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw the Canadian province of British Columbia and Ontario have issued nominations to eligible applicants. The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) is a Canadian immigration pathway that permits provinces and territories to nominate people for permanent residency based on the economic requirements of the particular province. British Columbia On...
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has just held an all-program Express Entry draw for the month of April, inviting a total of 3,500 candidates to apply for permanent residence in Canada. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score for this draw was 486, with IRCC considering candidates from all programs. Express Entry...
With effect from April 6, 2023, some current and previous Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders may stand eligible for a 1.5-year open work permit. It is expected that the application window will be open until December 31, 2023. The perk of attaining this Open Work Permit permits qualifying individuals to be able to work in...
Dual intent is applicable when a foreign national has already applied or may apply for permanent residence in Canada but has also applied to visit Canada temporarily as a student, visitor, or as a worker. On April 5, IRCC made modifications to its program instructions for the IRCC staff while dealing with cases of dual...
Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia, New Brunswick, and Alberta issued PNP invitations. Most of the provinces and territories invite applicants through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNPs). These programs permit provincial governments to shortlist economic immigration applicants who wish to immigrate to any province and contribute to the labour force. All the provinces are allotted a particular...
Canada released its annual budget for 2023 which sets the tone for expenditure in the upcoming fiscal year, affecting all aspects of life for Canadians and newcomers alike. The budget outlines Canada’s plans for spending and the government’s priorities. It also signifies the country’s fiscal and economic health, which plays a major role in Canada’s...
The United States has always been a nucleus for technology and innovation, attracting talent worldwide. Though, as reported by the Cato Institute in Washington, the employment-based green card backlog has 1.4 million skilled immigrants in waiting. These immigrants face long waiting periods and are unaware of numerous Canadian immigration options available. Thus, international tech workers...
On April 1, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made an announcement to increase the federal minimum wage by 7% to $16.65 per hour in order to keep up with inflation. The surge of $1.10 per hour comes after the 6.8% rise in the consumer price index in 2022. Recently, an announcement was made...
