On July 25, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) sent out 209 provincial nomination invitations in an Express Entry draw under the Human Capital Priorities (HCP) stream. This exciting update marks a significant opportunity for candidates aspiring to settle in Ontario. Just a day before this draw, OINP announced lower eligibility requirements for the...
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British Columbia Issued 113 Invitations in the Latest BCPNP Draw
Are you considering immigrating to Canada? The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) might be your golden ticket. This program, designed to attract skilled workers to the province, recently held new invitation rounds on July 23, 2024, issuing 113 invitations to candidates across various professions, including healthcare, childcare, construction, and veterinary care. July 23, 2024,...
Growing Demand for Temporary Foreign Workers in Canada
Canada’s labor market is experiencing a significant shift, driven by the growing demand for Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs). Recent data from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) reveals a surge in the approval of TFWs across various sectors. This trend, reflecting a doubling of approved TFWs since 2018, underscores the critical role these workers play...
Canadaโs Immigration Backlog: Current Status and Future Prospects
In the dynamic landscape of global migration, Canada stands as a beacon of opportunity, attracting individuals from all corners of the world. However, the surge in applications has led to significant backlogs in Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). As of the latest update, 2,292,400 applications for permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship approvals are...
Attracting Global Talent: How Canada is Leading the Way with Skills Missions
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is making great strides with its innovative Skills Missions initiative, a key part of the Strategic Immigration Review unveiled in October 2023. This program is designed to attract high-skilled immigrants by connecting with talent pools worldwide. Despite the Chief International Talent Officer (CITO) role being unfilled, the initiative is...
British Columbia Elevates Protection for International Students
On July 15, 2024, British Columbia announced the launch of Phase 2 of its International Education Framework, aiming to enhance safeguards and support for international students. Building on Phase 1, which was introduced in January 2024, the new measures set higher standards and more rigorous academic requirements for institutions enrolling international students. Hereโs everything you...
Enhancing Federal-Provincial Collaboration: Key Takeaways from Canadaโs Premiersโ Meeting
Canadaโs Premiers have wrapped up their annual summer meeting with a strong focus on improving federal-provincial collaboration. This meeting highlighted the need for enhanced cooperation to benefit all Canadians and address key issues ranging from health care to Arctic security. Hereโs a detailed look at what was discussed and the implications for future governance. Improving...
Canadaโs New Policy on International Student Intake: What You Need to Know
Canadaโs immigration landscape is changing. Recently, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced a significant shift in the countryโs approach to international student intake. This move marks the end of an era where there were no caps on the number of international students entering Canada. Let’s dive into what this means and how it will affect students,...
Stakeholders Welcome New Saskatchewan Immigration Services Act
The recently introduced Saskatchewan Immigration Services Act, effective July 1, has garnered positive reactions from stakeholders. The Regina Open Door Society praised the act for its enhanced support framework for newcomers, emphasizing its role in strengthening regulatory oversight and legal protections. This new legislation, replacing the Foreign Worker Recruitment and Immigration Services Act (FWRISA), centralizes...