Express Entry Draw #275: 1,325 Candidates Invited
On December 18, 2023, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) granted 1,325 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates in Express Entry draw #275. This draw encompassed candidates from all immigration programs. The minimum required score for this draw was 542...
Essential Guide to Obtaining Your Canadian Study Permit
Welcome to the journey of your academic future in Canada! Embarking on an international study adventure is an exciting, life-changing decision, and Canada, with its renowned educational institutions and diverse cultural landscape, is a fantastic choice. This comprehensive guide is...
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program: New Inventory and Draws
On December 12, 2023, Alberta released an update regarding the status of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) inventory. The latest information revealed approximately 3,232 applications for the Alberta Opportunity Stream, 1,087 for the Rural Renewal Stream, and 832 across...
International Experience Canada: Now Open for 2024
On December 11, 2023, Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada made an announcement regarding the commencement of the 2024 International Experience Canada (IEC) Program. This program invites nearly 90,000 young individuals from IEC partner regions to participate, and the application...
Express Entry Draw #272: 4,750 ITAs
On December 6, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released 4,750 Invitations to Apply (ITA) in the 272nd Express Entry draw. This invitation round encompassed candidates from all immigration programs. The minimum score for this draw was 561 points,...
November Labour Market Insights
In November, there was a slight uptick in employment by 25,000, leading to a reduction in the employment rate to 61.8% in the labour market. This decrease was attributed to population growth outpacing employment growth. The unemployment rate rose to...
OINP Human Capital Priorities Stream: New Invitations
On November 30, 2023, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held a selection round within the Human Capital Priorities Stream. During this event, the OINP extended 1,052 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to individuals possessing professional experience in healthcare-related positions. The...
Canada Increases the Inadmissibility Fees
Commencing on December 1, 2023, the Canadian Government will enact yearly modifications to inadmissibility fees applicable to foreign nationals seeking status changes within Canada. These adjustments are calculated in accordance with inflation rates from April 2018, leading to an increase...
Canada Provides More Support for Asylum Seekers
Confronting a rise in asylum claims and mounting pressure on shelters, Canada has unveiled a $7 million initiative to establish a new reception center in the Peel Region. In collaboration with community organizations, this facility aims to provide services and...
H-1B Visa Holders Look for Employment in Canada
Numerous skilled individuals holding H-1B visas in the United States are turning to employment opportunities in Canada, driven by layoffs in the tech sector and stringent immigration regulations. The policies implemented during the tenure of former President Trump have heightened...
