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...
British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has once again taken center stage with its latest draw on December 19, 2023. This draw was instrumental in extending invitations to over 230 candidates, inviting them to apply for permanent residency (PR) through targeted draws. Tech Talent in Demand: 107 Invitations for 35 Tech Occupations In a...
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...
In a significant development, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted a new Express Entry draw today, issuing invitations to 2,359 profiles to claim provincial nominations. OINP Human Capital Priorities Stream: A Spotlight on Tech Occupations The draw, conducted under the Human Capital Priorities Stream (HCP), targeted Express Entry profiles with experience in 15 specific...
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...
In a recent development, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) conducted its second draw for December, issuing Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a Skills Immigration draw. The preceding draw took place on December 5, 2023. The most recent draw, held on December 12, 2023, extended invitations to 197 individuals, comprising Skilled Workers and...
Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially launched the 2024 International Experience Canada (IEC) pool, unveiling exciting opportunities for youth from over 30 partner countries. The IEC is a unique work permit program that enables eligible individuals to temporarily reside and work in Canada, fostering international collaboration and enriching the Canadian workforce. Understanding...
