Canada’s Immigration in 2024: An Overview of Future Landscape
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is set to roll out a series of impactful changes in 2024 that will significantly influence newcomers to Canada. The Immigration Levels Plan for 2024-2026 underscores Canada’s ambitious target of welcoming 485,000 permanent residents...
Express Entry Highlights in 2023
In 2023, Canada’s Express Entry application system underwent significant changes, building on patterns established in 2022 after an 18-month pause. In this article, you will read more about 2023 Express Entry highlights. Express Entry draws occurred every two weeks, with...
Express Entry: 670 ITAs Issued for Transport Professionals
On December 20, 2023, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations within the Express Entry system for individuals possessing work experience in transportation occupations. This marked the third consecutive draw of the week, with 670 Invitations to Apply...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program: Latest Updates
On November 14, 2023, an update was released regarding the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) inventory. The latest information revealed that there were approximately 2,810 applications in the Alberta Opportunity Stream, 873 in the Rural Renewal Stream, and 696 across...
ON Explores OINP Eligibility for One-year College Graduates
The Ontario Government intends to modify the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) to broaden the qualification criteria for international students. The forthcoming legislation specifically targets the adjustment of requirements for individuals enrolled in one-year college graduate certificate programs, of which...
Healthcare Professionals: New Express Entry Draw
On the 26th of October, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a fresh Express Entry draw that was specific to occupations in the healthcare sector. They granted 3,600 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to individuals working in healthcare occupations....
