The Government of Canada recently made significant adjustments to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, effective from February 15, 2024. These changes aim to enhance opportunities for international students pursuing higher education in Canada while also addressing evolving needs and challenges. Extended Duration for PGWPs Previously, the duration of PGWPs was tied to the length...
Prince Edward Island PNP Draw Issued 122 ITAs Across PEI Streams
The recent draw conducted by the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) on February 15, 2024, resulted in the issuance of 122 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The draw encompassed two key streams of PEI PNP: Business Work Permit Entrepreneur and Labour & Express Entry stream. The Labour & Express Entry stream received the...
British Columbia Extends Invitations to Skilled Candidates and Tech Experts
On February 13, 2024, the Government of British Columbia conducted new invitation draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP). These draws targeted skilled candidates in various sectors, including technology, healthcare, childcare, construction, and veterinary care occupations. Tech Professionals Invited In the tech draw, British Columbia extended invitations to 77 candidates. These individuals met...
Alberta PNP Invited 80 Applicants in the Latest PNP Draw
On February 12, 2024, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) disclosed the outcomes of its recent draw, which took place on February 1, 2024. In this draw, a total of 80 prospective immigrants were extended invitations under the Priority Sector – Construction Occupation, with a prerequisite of possessing a job offer letter and achieving a...
Ontario’s Entrepreneur Stream Applications Suspended – A Shift in Immigration
In a recent development, Ontario has made a significant decision impacting immigration pathways as it suspended applications to the Entrepreneur Stream, effective December 4, 2023. Concurrently, the province has ceased accepting new expressions of interest, marking a substantial shift in its immigration landscape. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), under the Ontario Immigrant Act, 2015...
Canada Allocates $775.1 Million to Support French Speakers
The federal government of Canada has exclusively allocated $775.1 million, along with $48.3 million for 2023-2024. This allocated funding was a part of the initiative by the government of Quebec under the Canada-Quebec Accord to support French speakers. Overview of the Funding for Quebec The funding of $775.1 million will be allocated by the Canadian...
Manitoba’s First PNP Draw of February: Inviting 282 Candidates
Manitoba recently conducted an Expression of Interest (EOI) draw on February 8, 2024, signaling the start of its selection process for skilled workers seeking provincial nomination. Key Details of Manitoba’s Latest Draw The latest draw by the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) resulted in invitations being extended to 282 candidates across all three MPNP streams:...
Ontario’s Invited 2118 Candidates: A Second HCP Draw
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) recently conducted its second draw of the week, targeting candidates under the Human Capital Priorities (HCP) stream, particularly those with experience in the tech industry. Key Details of Ontario’s Latest Draw On February 8, 2024, Ontario issued invitations to 2,118 candidates, focusing on individuals with work experience in tech...
Ontario Issued 2,086 ITAs Under the Human Capital Priorities Stream
On February 6, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) conducted its latest draw, issuing a total of 2,086 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Human Capital Priorities stream. These ITAs were extended to candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores ranging from 379 to 430. Human Capital Priorities Stream Draw Details OINP Express Entry...