In a recent update by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the Canadian immigration backlog has seen a notable reduction of 46,200 (-4.93%) as of December 20, 2023. The data encompasses citizenship, permanent residency, and temporary residency applications, with the statistics reflecting applications as of November 30, 2023. Categories Affected and Noteworthy Figures The Canadian...
In a dynamic week of Express Entry draws, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has once again extended invitations to apply (ITAs) in the fourth Express Entry Draw of the week. The recent draw, conducted on December 21, 2023, invited 400 candidates to participate in a category-based selection draw, focusing on candidates in agriculture and...
In a dynamic move, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the latest Express Entry draw #277, extending invitations to 670 candidates. This targeted selection focused on individuals with expertise in transport occupations, showcasing Canada’s commitment to diverse and skilled immigration. Let’s delve into the specifics of this draw and contextualize it within the recent...
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues its Express Entry draws, with the latest one focusing on candidates in trade occupations. This draw, held on December 19, saw the issuance of 1,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. Here we will shed some light on the details of this draw and provide an overview...
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has once again extended invitations to apply (ITAs) in its Latest All-Program Express Entry Draw. This draw on December 18 saw a total of 1,325 candidates receiving invitations. Minimum CRS Score and Recent Draws Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 542 to be eligible for...
As of December 7, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has delivered updates impacting Canada’s international student program, specifically concerning Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders. Notably, IRCC has clarified that it will not extend PGWPs further, ending a series of extensions offered during the post-pandemic recovery period. These extensions, introduced in response to COVID-19-induced labor...
Hiring foreign workers in Quebec involves navigating a process that distinguishes certain occupations from the traditional requirements of advertising positions to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The typical route for hiring temporary foreign workers in Canada involves obtaining a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). LMIAs serve as a crucial verification tool for employers, ensuring that...
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has once again extended invitations to potential candidates in its third Express Entry draw. This time, the focus is on professionals with expertise in STEM-related occupations, and 5,900 invitations to apply (ITAs) have been issued. For candidates to be considered, a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 481...
The most recent Express Entry Draw #273, conducted on December 7, 2023, marked a significant event in Canada’s immigration landscape. This draw, tailored for candidates with French language proficiency, exemplified the country’s commitment to linguistic diversity and integration. In this draw, a total of 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued, setting the Comprehensive Ranking...
