The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has once again made a significant move in its mission to welcome skilled workers and graduates to contribute to the diverse and thriving labor market of the province. In the latest Skills Immigration draw held on November 28, 2023, the BC PNP issued invitations to 185 candidates...
In a recent announcement, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith disclosed a groundbreaking transformation in the province’s healthcare system. The established Alberta Health Services (AHS) will undergo a strategic division into four separate entities. The primary goal is to “improve access to care” by streamlining functions, cutting down emergency room and surgery wait times, and enhancing innovative...
Quebec has implemented a new by-law that introduces significant changes to the province’s immigration landscape. These alterations encompass various measures and policy shifts affecting multiple Quebec immigration streams. Let’s delve into the details of these updates and explore their potential implications for prospective immigrants. New Economic Pilot Streams Now Open Quebec has recently declared the...
On November 21, 2023, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) conducted its latest draw, signaling the province’s ongoing commitment to attracting skilled individuals and international graduates. This draw, the third Skills Immigration draw of the month, saw the issuance of 161 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across various streams. Overview of BC PNP’s Latest...
In a significant move on November 16, 2023, Manitoba, through its Expression of Interest (EOI) draws under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), extended invitations to a total of 301 immigration candidates. The draw featured both Occupation-specific and All Occupations categories, showcasing Manitoba’s commitment to welcoming skilled individuals. All Occupations Draw – 16 November This...
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) held a draw on November 9, 2023, and issued 16 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to eligible candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 305. This targeted draw specifically focused on healthcare professionals who hold an Alberta job offer. AAIP Processing Times AAIP provides average processing times...
In a significant move aimed at addressing labor shortages and enhancing its workforce, Saskatchewan has recently announced an expansion of eligibility for workers to apply for permanent residence (PR) through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). This expansion, under the Existing Work Permit stream, opens up new opportunities for workers in intermediate and lower-skilled occupations...
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) unveiled the Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2026 on November 1st, setting forth the targets for the influx of new permanent residents into Canada over the next three years. According to the latest immigration levels plan, Canada is targeting to invite 485,000 new permanent residents in 2024, with a subsequent target...
Exciting developments are underway for aspiring candidates seeking provincial nomination from British Columbia. The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) recently conducted its inaugural Skills Immigration draw of November, marking yet another significant stride in the province’s efforts to attract foreign workers and graduates, thereby enriching its diverse and flourishing labor market. The Most...
