The Start-Up Visa program accepts more entrepreneurs
In October, there was a notable upswing in immigrant entrepreneurship facilitated by Canada’s Start-Up Visa (SUV) program, indicating a projected influx of 1,200 new permanent residents by the close of the year. Specifically, 200 individuals became permanent residents through the...
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...
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...
IRCC reduced the immigration inventories and backlogs
On November 21, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released updated information regarding immigration inventories and delays. The latest data indicated a total of 2,166,800 applications encompassing permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship approvals within all IRCC inventories. As...
The Impact of International Students on Domestic Students
From 2010 to 2019, the number of international students attending Canadian public post-secondary institutions rose from 142,200 to 388,800. Presently, there are over 800,000 international students studying at various levels across Canada. This significant increase prompted concerns about its potential...
