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IRCC invites candidates in first ever category

IRCC invites candidates in first ever category-based Express Entry draw for agriculture and agri-food occupations

Posted on Shaikh RehmanPosted in Immigration Canada

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 600 invitations to apply (ITAs) in the first ever category-based Express Entry draw for agriculture and agri-food occupations. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 354. IRCC says focusing on candidates with experience in the agriculture and agri-food sector—including agricultural service contractors, farm supervisors, and retail and wholesale butchers—will help the […]

eligible work experience for immigration

What counts as eligible work experience for immigration through Express Entry?

Posted on Shaikh RehmanPosted in Immigration Canada

The definition of eligible work experience in the context of Express Entry depends on exactly which program an immigration candidate is applying under. In other words, what is considered eligible skilled work experience varies depending on whether a particular candidate is applying to the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). The following […]

IRCC application backlog

IRCC application backlog slowly shrinking despite higher number of applications

Posted on Shaikh RehmanPosted in Immigration Canada

The most recent data from Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows a backlog of 802,600 applications out of a total 2,274,600 as of July 31. Compared to the last update on May 31, the numbers indicate that the backlog is shrinking. In May, there were 820,000 applications considered backlogged out of 2,248,000. This is notable because the […]

Express Entry transport occupations

Express Entry transport occupations first draw ever

Posted on Shaikh RehmanPosted in Immigration Canada

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has held its second Express Entry draw this week. On September 20, IRCC invited 1,000 candidates in transport occupations to apply for permanent residence. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) was 435. On September 19, IRCC also issued 3,200 invitations to candidates in an all-program  […]

Visit Canada Now

Plan your next selfie at Niagara Falls… Visit Canada Now

Posted on Shaikh RehmanPosted in Immigration Canada

Canada welcomes millions of temporary residents each year. Except for Canadian citizens and permanent residents, all other individuals require permission to enter Canada as a visitor.   Temporary Resident/ Visit Visa? Canadian citizens and Canadian permanent residents have the right to enter Canada freely. Other visitors to Canada, including tourists, students, and workers, may need a Temporary Resident […]

HAPPY CANADA DAY

HAPPY CANADA DAY

Posted on Shaikh RehmanPosted in Uncategorized

Time to fly the flag and have fun with family and friends because Canada Day is a National holiday for everyone.  On this special day, we wish our dreams of a new tomorrow come true. May your nation be full of patriotism. Canada Day is a day to spend time with friends, make new memories, and […]

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ADMISSIONS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ADMISSIONS

Posted on Shaikh RehmanPosted in Immigration Canada, International Student Admissions

Statistics Canada shows first-time study permit holders increased from 70,000 to 250,000 between 2000 and 2019, indicating a growing demand for international education in Canada. We are committed to working with international agencies to attract more international students to Canada. Our efforts benefit our institution and contribute to the Canadian economy and population growth. We […]

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Canada breaks record by welcoming over 550,000 new international students in 2022

Posted on Shaikh RehmanPosted in Immigration Canada, International Student Admissions

New data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows Canada welcomed a record 551,405 international students from 184 countries, in 2022. In addition, as of December 31st, 2022, there are 807,750 international students holding valid study permits, another all-time high number. The number of study permits issued has considerably increased in recent years. In 2021, a […]