In the latest BC PNP draw on October 16, approximately 189 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) were issued across both general and targeted invitation rounds. A total of 102 invitations were issued in a general draw for the skilled worker and international graduate streams, including their Express Entry options. The...
The growing diplomatic rift between India and Canada goes beyond a political standoff and could have lasting effects on immigration policies, visa processing, and the lives of immigrants. As tensions rise, both governments are adjusting their diplomatic approaches, and immigration—a key area of cooperation—is likely to be significantly impacted. Latest News on the...
IRCC has provided updated information on the programs eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). According to new guidelines introduced in September, international graduates at certain study levels applying for a PGWP after November 1 must now meet specific field of study requirements to qualify for the permit. *Note: These requirements do not...
Quebec is implementing a new limit on the number of foreign nationals invited through the Regular Skilled Worker Program (PRTQ), capping invitations to no more than 25% from any single country. The province’s immigration minister, Jean François Roberge, announced this policy on October 9, with it being effective from October 9, 2024, to...
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw. A total of 1,000 ITAs were issued in a category-based draw focusing on French-speaking candidates. To qualify, applicants needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 444. This was the third Express Entry draw...
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its latest Express Entry draw. In this round, 500 ITAs were given exclusively to candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). To be eligible, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 539. Earlier this week, Immigration, Refugees,...
Updated IRCC Processing Times: On October 8, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released the latest monthly processing times for different citizenship and immigration applications. These updates are essential for applicants to remain informed, allowing them to better plan their immigration journeys and establish realistic expectations. Staying up-to-date with the latest IRCC updates...
On October 8, Ontario’s OINP conducted two separate draws, issuing a combined total of 1,727 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. These draws, part of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program’s (OINP) foreign worker stream, specifically focused on 61 skilled trade occupations and 104 priority occupations. Here is an overview of the Ontario-OINP...
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw. A total of 1,613 ITAs were issued in a draw specifically targeting candidates with a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) nomination. To be eligible, candidates needed to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of...
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended the temporary public policy that exempts certain low-risk foreign nationals already in Canada from requiring an additional Immigration Medical Examination (IME). Initially implemented two years ago, this policy has assisted more than 286,000 applicants and will now remain in effect until October 5, 2029. This...
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