Newly released data shows that the number of Canadian study permit applications processed for Indian students is down more than 40% since July of this year. Between July and October of 2022, the Canadian government processed almost 146,000 new study permit applications for Indian students. However, across the same period in 2023, the government has processed fewer […]
British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island have nominated candidates in the most recent Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw results. Provinces nominate candidates through the PNP if they judge that the candidate will be able to integrate easily into the local workforce and contribute to the provincial economy. Receiving a PNP nomination means that a candidate […]
According to a recent study by the British company Givetastic, Canada stands out as the global frontrunner when it comes to work destinations. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration By analyzing the average monthly search volume for matching term keywords like “jobs” and “work”, and using translation where necessary, Givetastic determined the dream […]
As revealed by Canada’s latest Immigration Levels Plan, released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on November 1 this year, Canada intends to welcome a significant number of immigrants over the next several years. Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan is an annual release from IRCC that outlines the number of new permanent residents Canada aims to welcome in each of […]
2023 has brought significant changes to Canada’s Express Entry application management system. In the first half of 2023, Express Entry continued with many of the patterns established in 2022 following the resumption of Express Entry draws after an 18-month pause. Draws were either all-program, Provincial Nominee Program-only or, in one instance, Federal Skilled Workers only. Draws typically took place every […]
There are essentially two types of job offers that a Canadian employer can make: a temporary job offer and a permanent job offer. A permanent job offer is an offer of Canadian employment that is made for indeterminate period of time. Individuals can only begin working once they receive a Canadian immigration visa. A temporary […]
Biometrics are collected for all foreign nationals between the ages of 14 and 79 who are applying for, claiming, or requesting Canadian temporary residence (excluding U.S. nationals), permanent residence or refugee protection. Biometric information allows Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to strengthen identity management and enhances security by checking the applicants identity against Canadian criminal and […]
The Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration (CIMM) has released a study on application backlogs and processing times by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The committee is made up of 12 members of Canada’s parliament (MPs), with at least one member from each of the major political parties. It was established to monitor federal immigration and […]
Immigration Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the fourth Express Entry draw of the week. The department invited 400 candidates to apply in category-based selection draw for candidates in agriculture and agri-food occupations. Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 386 to be eligible for an ITA. This draw follows three others this week on December 18, […]
For all new permanent residents or foreign workers arriving in Canada, the following represents five steps that these newcomers must take in their first week after arriving in this country. While it is important to look toward the future as a recent newcomer to Canada, it is equally as important to ensure you take the […]