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Express Entry: Canada holds a category-based draw on September 28
Recent Canada Express Entry draw In the most recent draw held on September 28, the IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) issued 600 invitations to apply to eligible candidates. This targeted category-based Express Entry draw focused for the first time on...
Canada launches new Express Entry category-based selection for transport workers
Canada launches new Express Entry for transport workers under a new category-based selection process to invite skilled newcomers with work experience in the transport sector to apply for permanent residence. This includes occupations such as commercial truck drivers,...
Canada Launches Trusted Institutions Framework (TIF) to Improve International Student Program
Canada is a popular destination for international students, with over 600,000 foreign students enrolled in the country each year. However, Canada's international student program has been criticized for its lack of transparency and oversight. In response to these...
Express Entry: Canada holds an all-program draw on August 15
Recent Canada Express Entry draw In the most recent draw held on August 15, the IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) issued 4,300 invitations to apply to eligible candidates. This targeted all-program Express Entry draw, with a minimum Comprehensive...
Recognized Employer Pilot: Canada’s Fresh Strategy to Fast-Track Temporary Foreign Worker Access
In a move aimed at simplifying the process of hiring temporary foreign workers, the Canadian federal government is introducing the "Recognized Employer Pilot" program. This initiative seeks to reduce bureaucratic hurdles for employers and provide a streamlined path...
Express Entry: Canada holds a category-based draw on August 3
Recent Canada Express Entry draw In the most recent draw held on August 3, the IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) issued 1,500 invitations to apply to eligible candidates. This targeted category-based Express Entry draw focused for the first time on...
Biometrics Now Mandatory for All Canadian PR Applicants
Significant Policy Change in Canadian Immigration: Termination of Biometrics Exemptions The temporary policy exempting certain applicants from providing biometrics during the permanent resident application process has been discontinued. Therefore, biometrics are now...
Open Work Permits are now available for outland applications
Family reunification is a fundamental cornerstone of Canada's immigration strategy, and to further this objective, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented a new measure: Open Work Permits are now available for outland applications. The aim...
Canada’s Student Direct Stream (SDS) Program Now Accepts Additional English Language Tests
Canada's Student Direct Stream (SDS) Program Now Accepts Additional English Language Tests. Starting from August 10, 2023, the Student Direct Stream (SDS) will now accept results from Prometric's Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) and Canadian English Language...
Cracking the Code of Provincial Nomination Programs
Understanding Provincial Nomination Programs in Canada: Eligibility Requirements and Differences Canada is known for its warm hospitality and has a range of opportunities for foreign nationals to call it their permanent home. One such opportunity is through the...
Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP): The New Immigration Pathway For Skilled Refugees
Starting this summer, skilled refugees and other displaced people can use the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) to fill in-demand jobs in Canada. More information, including who may be eligible, will be available in the coming weeks. Economic Mobility Pathways...
Simplifying Canadian Taxes for Residents and Non-Residents
The basics of taxes in Canada Taxes can be a complex and confusing topic for both residents and non-residents of Canada. In this blog post, we will discuss the basics of taxes in Canada, including the difference between residents and non-residents and the different...
5 major changes to the Canadian Immigration System in 2023
When it comes to immigration, Canada is leading the way. In 2023, the Canadian government will be introducing a number of changes to its immigration system with the aim of welcoming more than 465,000 new immigrants. These changes will make the Canadian immigration...
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