In a bid to safeguard its cultural identity, Quebec’s French language commissioner, Benoît Dubreuil, has proposed a unique strategy to Canada’s federal government. The proposition suggests directing French-speaking asylum claimants to settle in Quebec while redirecting English-speaking claimants to one of the eight anglophone provinces, aiming to reduce the impact on the francophone province. Dubreuil...
McGill University, renowned for its academic excellence, finds itself at odds with Quebec over recent tuition fee hikes targeting out-of-province students. This legal battle underscores deeper implications for McGill’s mission and its standing as a global educational institution. The Dispute Unfolded President Deep Saini asserts McGill’s stance, labeling the tuition fee hikes as illegal and...
On February 27th, 2024, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) orchestrated its latest draw, extending invitations to a total of 203 candidates from both the Skills Immigration (SI) and Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) categories. This draw marks the eighth for SI and the second for EI in 2024, showcasing the province’s ongoing commitment to...
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to extend invitations to potential immigrants through the Express Entry system, offering pathways to permanent residence (PR) in Canada. The recent draw welcomed 1,470 candidates across all Express Entry programs, each needing a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 534 to qualify. Express Entry Draw Insights Today’s...
Starting February 26, 2024, a vital change has been implemented for applicants under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). Now, upon receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) or a Notification of Interest, applicants must ensure they include a properly filled Applicant Consent Form alongside their application. This form, crucial for processing, demands accurate completion and...
Canada has once again opened its doors to international talent, inviting nearly 4,000 candidates to apply for the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. From February 19 to February 25, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted draws, extending invitations to 3,995 young individuals eager to embark on a journey of work and exploration in...
The latest draw from Quebec Arrima, which took place on February 8th, 2024, resulted in invitations being extended to 1,034 candidates under the Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP). This draw marked the second invitation round conducted by Quebec in the year 2024. Who Received Invitations? A total of 1,034 candidates received invitations based on specific...
In the latest news, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) data for 2023 unveils a remarkable surge in the number of spousal sponsorship and common-law partners who embraced Canadian immigration. The statistics indicate a substantial 17.2% increase, with 75,185 new permanent residents welcomed through the spousal sponsorship program, compared to 64,145 in the previous year....
In Canadian immigration, the Labour Market Impact Assessment stands as a pivotal gateway, shaping the journey for both employers and overseas workers. Formerly known as the Labour Market Opinion (LMO), Canada’s LMIA is a crucial validation ensuring a delicate balance between the needs of Canadian employers and the protection of the local job market. Labor...
