Canada has seen significant contributions from our Internationally Educated Health Care Professionals (IEHPs). According to Statistics Canada, in 2021, a notable 259,695 IEHPs, aged between 18 and 64, chose to make Canada their home, and they now represent 13% of all Canadians in this age bracket with post-secondary education in health-related fields.Nearly half of these dedicated […]
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has invited candidates in the third Express Entry draw of the week. The department issued 5,900 invitations to apply (ITAs) in a category-based selection draw for candidates with professional experience in STEM related professions. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 481 to be considered. Today’s draw is the third of the week. […]
Whether you are engaged, married or in a common law relationship, Canada offers various immigration programs that cater to couples. Spousal sponsorship One of the most efficient ways to get Canada as a couple is to through spousal sponsorship. This is the best option if you already have a spouse or partner living in Canada […]
As we near the turn of the calendar to 2024, many international students anxiously await the expected end of Canada’s temporary policy allowing some international students to work full-time off-campus outside of scheduled academic breaks. This policy, announced in October 2022, is a measure that was introduced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) in an effort to […]
Although most Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders will be ineligible to apply for a permit extension, this article will detail if you may be eligible for an extension and the options available if you are not eligible. A PGWP is a work permit available to international students who complete an eligible program while attending a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) […]
Five Canadian provinces have invited candidates to apply through provincial immigration programs. All provinces and territories, except Quebec and Nunavut, have Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP). These programs allow provincial governments to nominate the candidates they feel are best suited to integrate into the provincial economy. A provincial nomination makes a candidate’s application for permanent residency much stronger. Immigration Refugees […]
Canada’s Research and Development (R&D) sector has witnessed a remarkable surge, setting a new benchmark for innovation and progress, as revealed by recent data from Statistics Canada. In the R&D sector, full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel experienced a significant boost, climbing by 12,230 to 276,640 in 2020. This rise represents the fourth consecutive year of growth, nearly […]
Cyber security has become a battlefield for Canadian businesses. Statistics Canada’s latest findings reveal almost 20% of Canadian businesses reported cyber security breaches in 2021. The repercussions were widespread, with 16% of small, 25% of medium, and 37% of large operations reporting incidents. Canadian companies significantly ramped up their investments in cyber security in 2021, with their total […]
Category-based Express Entry draws focus on candidates who have specific work experience and education. A candidate’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score plays an important role in their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence in Canada. For this reason, obtaining an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) from World Education Services (WES) can […]
For over 10 years, Alpha Consultants have been helping clients all over the globe to immigrate to Canada with a high success rate. Our head office in Toronto actively addresses our clients in Canada exclusively. Alpha Consultant’s business, educational and immigration teams are always eager to help in any way they can. Simply said, our […]