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IRCC issues 911 invitations to apply in Express Entry draw for PNP candidates

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw. The department issued 911 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates only. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)

Which regions in Canada could see a reduction of temporary foreign workers?

On the 26th of August, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) announced that they would temporarily suspend the processing of Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) under the Low-Wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)—for employers that are located in

Ontario and British Columbia nominate PNP candidates

This week both the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) and the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) held provincial selections for their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), Candidates were chosen for their professional experience, employment and language abilities. Discover if You

Sponsoring your spouse or partner for Canadian immigration

Family reunification is the second-most prominent class of immigration for newcomers to Canada after economic immigration. In 2024, IRCC expects to welcome 114,000 new permanent residents through these pathways. They include spousal sponsorship, children and dependents, as well as parents, and

Saskatchewan introduces two new PNP pathways for skilled newcomers

On August 30, the Government of Saskatchewan announced two new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) pathways under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) for newcomers in health care and agriculture occupations. Saskatchewan’s Immigration and Career Training Minister Jeremy Harrison said the new

TD Collaborates with MPOWER Financing to Enhance Banking Experience for International Students

Toronto Dominion (TD) Bank, Canada’s second-largest bank, has collaborated with finance-technology company MPOWER Financing—a mission-driven fintech firm and a leader in international student financing. The two companies have come together to help simplify the banking experience for international students and offer

IRCC introduces open work permit options for some PNP candidates

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has instituted a new temporary policy, allowing some prospective Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates to apply for an open work permit (OWP). This public policy will enable eligible newcomers to obtain an OWP if they

September 2024: State of the Express Entry pool

After a busy August, and a historic number of draws throughout July, Canada’s Express Entry system has seen changes in the composition of the candidate pool—and in the newcomers who have received invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence (PR). To

How many hours can you work as an international student in Canada?

Starting this fall, international students in Canada will be allowed to work up to 24 hours per week off-campus, an increase from the current limit of 20 hours. The change was announced in April by Immigration Minister Marc Miller, who stated

Tips for starting school: A checklist for international students studying in Canada

Moving to a new country can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially when taking on the responsibilities of a student at the same time. CIC News has compiled a list of steps that will ensure your move to Canada is ultimately

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