Today, on July 9, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued a total of 1,666 invitations to apply for permanent residency (PR) through two separate draws. The first draw, under the Masters Graduate Stream, saw 1,556 invitations issued to candidates with an Expression of Interest (EOI) score of 54 or higher, marking…
The International Credentials Recognition Act of British Columbia will take effect on July 1. The Act streamlines the application procedure for applicants and modifies a number of the province’s policies on the recognition of foreign credentials. In particular, it does away with the need for job experience in Canada, language testing for some…
Introduction On June 25, 2024, the Alberta government announced a new initiative to bolster its police services through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). This program introduces a pathway specifically for law enforcement professionals, aiming to enhance public safety by addressing crime and meeting recruitment objectives. Eligible Employers To qualify for this program,…
BC PNP Skilled Immigration Invitations – June 25, 2024 The latest draw for the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) was held on June 25, 2024. A total of 67 invitations were issued across various streams. Here’s a detailed breakdown: Alberta PNP Latest Draw – June 18, 2024 The Alberta Provincial Nominee…
The Quebec government’s Ministered de immigration, de la Francization et de Intégration has set a cap on family sponsorship applications, which is in place as of today, June 26, 2024, and will last until June 25, 2026. During this time, 13,000 applications are restricted by the cap: > 10,400 for common-law couples, spouses, and dependent children…
In British Columbia (B.C.), three streams will be available to qualified recent graduates of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in 2025. The following three new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams for international graduates are scheduled to launch in January 2025 under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP). Professional programs: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and…
On June 20, 2024, Ontario’s Express Entry French-Speaking Skilled Worker stream issued 212 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to eligible candidates. This draw, focusing on general occupations, provides a significant opportunity for French-speaking skilled workers to advance their immigration journey to Ontario. Eligibility Criteria for the June 2024 Draw To be considered in this…
The Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) of British Columbia (B.C.) and Manitoba have granted nominations to newcomers keen on pursuing Canadian permanent residence (PR) in the future. Applicants were encouraged to apply through streams focusing on skills immigration and family reunification. For a comprehensive overview of this week’s provincial immigration updates, continue reading. Please…
Manitoba Immigration Minister Malaya Marcelino says she got a letter from her federal counterpart Tuesday, confirming the federal government has approved the province’s request to extend federal post-graduate work permits for more than 6,700 newcomers in Manitoba. (Travis Golby/CBC) According to Manitoba’s labor and immigration minister, more than 6,700 immigrants whose federal work…
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