Starting November 1, 2024, new language proficiency standards will be required for those applying for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). These changes are designed to enhance the ability of international graduates to integrate into the Canadian workforce by ensuring they have the language skills necessary to thrive in the country’s job market. Many...
In response to the changing demands of Canada’s immigration system, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, announced key new actions to manage the growing number of temporary residents, including international students and foreign workers. These steps are part of a larger plan to tackle labour shortages, protect the asylum...
Today, Marc Miller, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, introduced a new immigration pilot program designed to welcome more international students into Francophone communities across Canada. The Francophone Minority Communities Pilot Program (FMCSP) aims to make it easier for students from Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas to gain admission and...
New AAIP Update: The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) will implement a new Expression of Interest (EOI) system on September 30, 2024, to streamline its selection process. This update is intended to improve efficiency and better match the immigration process with Alberta’s labour market needs. Under the EOI system, candidates will express their...
In a recent interview with Reuters, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Marc Miller discussed upcoming “suite of measures” aimed at further reducing the number of non-permanent residents in Canada, including those on study or work permits. Miller indicated that the new measures might involve changes to Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) and stricter...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has proposed an amendment to the Immigration and Refugees Protection Act (IRPA) to create a new permanent economic immigration category for workers with experience and training at Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities (TEER) levels 4 and 5. The department states that this pathway would “support the modernization...
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), Ontario’s official provincial nominee program (PNP), has updated its requirements to align with the federal Express Entry targeted draws. Watch this in-depth video covering the latest updates to the Ontario-OINP draw. Key Changes to OINP Express Entry Streams The OINP has modified the eligibility criteria for the...
Canada has experienced unprecedented changes to its study program and broader temporary resident program in 2024, with further significant changes planned for Fall 2024. These changes will likely impact the source countries of international students in Canada moving forward. Here’s what we know so far. Major Highlights Shifts in Source Countries for International...
Bachelor of Nursing Programs Now Eligible for Spousal Open Work Permits in Canada: What You Need to Know Starting July 3, 2024, Bachelor of Nursing programs have been added to the list of professional degree programs whose spouses are eligible for open work permits in Canada. Here’s an overview of the key details:...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is considering changes to the categories it employments for category-based draws in 2025, agreeing to a later overview sent out by IRCC. Key Takeaways IRCC is considering including instruction to the current list of category-based draws to address long-term work deficiencies.The french-language category will likely proceed into...
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