Canada’s Start-Up Visa (SUV) program is experiencing a surge in popularity, with a notable increase in the number of immigrant entrepreneurs arriving through this pathway. In July 2024, the country welcomed 720 new permanent residents through the SUV program, marking a 27.4% increase from June’s total of 565. This boost has brought the total number...
Canada’s immigration landscape is facing significant changes as many immigrants focus on learning French to improve their chances of attaining permanent residency. As traditional immigration streams become more competitive, the French-language category in Canada’s Express Entry system has opened new doors for immigrants proficient in the language. This shift highlights the growing importance of French...
The Canadian province of New Brunswick has announced a temporary pause on new endorsement applications under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) effective September 18, 2024. The update comes in light of the fact that the province has already reached its allocation for 2024, so no more applications for endorsements will be accepted for the rest...
Canada’s provinces continue to play a crucial role in managing the nation’s immigration pathways, and Ontario is once again making headlines with its latest Express Entry draw. On September 19, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 1,424 invitations to candidates eligible for permanent residence (PR). The draw invited candidates through the Human Capital...
On September 19, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) exclusively invited 4,000 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates in the latest Express Entry draw. Candidates who received an ITA in this draw were required to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 509. This latest Express Entry draw marks the third of the...
Canada’s spousal sponsorship program, a key route for family reunification, has experienced a notable decline in 2024. Despite a brief increase in July, the overall number of new permanent residents arriving through the program continues to lag behind last year’s figures. The year is on track for a significant drop compared to 2023, raising questions...
Canada continues to welcome skilled immigrants through its Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), and Ontario is leading the way with two new Ontario PNP draws. On September 17, 2024, these draws resulted in 1,443 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) under the OINP Masters and PhD Graduate Streams. Latest Ontario PNP Draws Details –...
Canada is witnessing a significant drop in international student enrollments for 2024, with a recent analysis by ApplyBoard suggesting a nearly 50% decrease in approved study permits compared to 2023. This decline is much steeper than the government’s initial forecast of a 35% reduction. It has raised concerns about the country’s international education sector and...
Canada’s tourism and hospitality sectors are gearing up for a hiring boost, with a virtual job fair set to attract bilingual and Francophone candidates. This event is part of Canada’s consistent efforts to support francophone immigration and address labor shortages in the tourism industry, especially in provinces outside Quebec. With the surge in hospitality jobs...
