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Ontario PNP Invites 744 Workers in Most Recent Draw

Ontario PNP Invites 744 Workers in Most Recent Draw

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued invitations through two Employer Job Offer PNP stream draws on June 20, 2023. Ontario invited a total of 744 workers with profiles in the OINP Expression of Interest (EOI) pool. Invited candidates qualified under the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream  for this weeks draw. June 20th OINP Employer […]

Jun 23, 2023 Read More →
Biometrics Are Now Required for All Canadian PR Applicants

Canadian Permanent Residence

Biometrics Are Now Required for All Canadian PR Applicants

The Canadian government has announced that all applicants for permanent residence will now be required to submit biometric data as part of the application process. This new requirement aims to enhance immigration screening and strengthen border security. The decision, announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) this week, comes as part of ongoing efforts […]

Jun 22, 2023 Read More →
Canada Launches Two New Immigration Streams Under EMPP

Immigration Updates

Canada Launches Two New Immigration Streams Under EMPP

The IRCC announced 2 new immigration streams this week under the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP). New Immigration Streams to Support Skilled Refugees and Displaced Individuals In an effort to create more opportunities for skilled refugees and displaced individuals, Canada has unveiled two new immigration streams under the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP). These streams […]

Jun 15, 2023 Read More →
Express Entry Draw 250 | 4,800 Invited in All-Program Draw

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw 250 | 4,800 Invited in All-Program Draw

The latest Canadian Express Entry draw was just held. Express Entry draw 250 saw a CRS score of 486 and invited 4,800 candidates from all programs to apply. Express Entry Draw 250 Date of Draw: June 8, 2023 Number of Invitations Issued: 4,800 Minimum CRS: 486 Program Specified: Non-specified Tie-breaking rule: May 19, 2023 14:04:00 […]

Jun 8, 2023 Read More →
13 Additional Countries Now Qualify for Visa-Free Travel to Canada

13 Additional Countries Now Qualify for Visa-Free Travel to Canada

In an announcement made by immigration minister Sean Fraser, eligible applicants from 13 countries could qualify for visa-free travel. 13 countries have now been added to the electronic travel authorization (eTA) program. Passport holders from these 13 countries travelling by air will now be able to travel to Canada without needing a Temporary Residence Visa […]

Jun 6, 2023 Read More →
Canada PNP Monthly Roundup: May 2023

Canada PNP Monthly Roundup: May 2023

PNPs play an important role in Canadian immigration by allowing each province or territory to nominate individuals they would like to immigrate to their respective territory or province. Here is our roundup of all the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw results for the month of May 2023. What Are Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)? Provincial Nominee […]

Jun 1, 2023 Read More →
Category-Based Selection Announced for Express Entry Candidates

Express Entry Draw

Category-Based Selection Announced for Express Entry Candidates

Today IRCC announced the launch of a new process to welcome skilled newcomers to Canada. Beginning this summer, Express Entry will begin using category-based selection criteria for draws. New Express Entry Categories The first-ever category-based selection for Express Entry was just announced today. Category-based selections will allow Canada to issue invitations to apply (ITAs) to […]

May 31, 2023 Read More →
New Measures to Strengthen Family Reunification Announced

Family Sponsorship

New Measures to Strengthen Family Reunification Announced

Today Immigration Minister Sean Fraser made an announcement about changes to strengthen family class immigration in Canada. Announcement to Strengthen Family Reunification A number of exciting updates were announced today during Sean Frasers speech in Vancouver. Fraser began by stressing the importance immigrants play in Canada and highlighting that in order for Canada to remain […]

May 26, 2023 Read More →
Express Entry Draw 249 | 4,800 Invited in All-Program Draw

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw 249 | 4,800 Invited in All-Program Draw

The latest Canadian Express Entry draw was just held. Express Entry draw 249 saw a CRS score of 488 and invited 4,800 candidates from all programs to apply. CRS Score Increases to 488 In Latest Draw Express Entry draw 249 issued 4,800 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) of 488. There was […]

May 24, 2023 Read More →