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...
In a recent development on December 5, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) paved the way for 2,699 individuals to apply for permanent residency through four distinct invitation rounds. Let’s shed light on the occupations and scores that define these draws. 1. OINP Foreign Worker Stream – Skilled Trades Focus (761 Invitations) Under this stream,...
Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation, and Integration (MIFI) marked a significant milestone on November 16, 2023, with the commencement of the 16th draw under the Quebec RSWP (Regular Skilled Worker Program). This draw, a beacon of hope for 1,210 candidates, represents a crucial step towards their dream of obtaining permanent residency in Quebec. The Invitations...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is ardently pursuing its goal of achieving a 4.4% target of French-speaking immigrants outside of Quebec by the end of 2023. This commitment is embedded in both the Action Plan for Official Languages 2018-2023 and the Francophone Immigration Strategy launched in 2019. As of September 15, 2022, the proportion...
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...
Recently, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) outlined a strategic immigration plan aligning with crucial skills to tackle labor shortages and advance Canada’s economic, social, and cultural goals. Priority for International Students As part of this strategy, IRCC emphasizes prioritizing international students applying for Canadian Permanent Residence (PR) based on the alignment of their skills...
In a significant move toward fostering an efficient and user-friendly immigration experience, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Government of Canada have introduced a groundbreaking initiative named Digital Platform Modernization (DPM). This strategic endeavor, detailed in the immigration strategy titled “An Immigration System for Canada’s Future,” aims to revamp IRCC’s operating platform, enhance...
