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Express Entry Draw #357 | 4,000 Healthcare and Social Service Professionals Invited

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #357 | 4,000 Healthcare and Social Service Professionals Invited

The third Express Entry draw was held for the Healthcare occupations category since the category added new social services occupations. This express entry draw invited 4,000 candidates with a minimum CRS score of 475. This marks a huge increase in the issuance of ITAs and a slight decrease in CRS score cutoff compared to the […]

Jul 22, 2025 Read More →
Express Entry Draw #356 | 202 Invitations Issued in PNP Draw

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #356 | 202 Invitations Issued in PNP Draw

In Express Entry Draw #356, 202 candidates were invited under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stream, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 788. Express Entry Draw #356 Date of Draw: July 21, 2025 Number of Invitations Issued: 202 Minimum CRS: 788 Program Specified: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Tie-breaking rule: June 05, 2025 […]

Jul 21, 2025 Read More →
OINP Can Now Return Applications

OINP Can Now Return Applications

As of July 1, 2025, the Ontario government has introduced a new rule that gives the OINP authority to return applications. Under these new rules, OINP officials can return applications early in the process, and while the full application fee will be refunded, the returned file will not be considered for nomination. Even if an […]

Jul 18, 2025 Read More →
Canada’s New Foreign Labour Stream Could Be Your Pathway to PR

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Canada’s New Foreign Labour Stream Could Be Your Pathway to PR

For many foreign workers the journey toward Canadian permanent residency (PR) can feel confusing or even out of reach. However, Canada is once again making this dream a possibility for those working in agriculture and fish processing sectors. 2025–2026 Departmental Plan In its 2025–2026 Departmental Plan, IRCC outlined new changes to make the immigration system […]

Jul 18, 2025 Read More →
Canada Express Entry: Fund Updates

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Canada Express Entry: Fund Updates

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently updated their required funds list for certain express entry streams. If you are an express entry candidate, you must update your proof of funds by July 28, 2025, at the absolute latest, to ensure that you remain eligible for permanent residency (PR). Who Does This Apply To? This […]

Jul 17, 2025 Read More →
Parents and Grandparents Program Reopens

Canadian Permanent Residence

Parents and Grandparents Program Reopens

After a temporary pause, Canada’s Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship (PGP) program is set to reopen on July 28, 2025, according to a recent announcement from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Over a two-week period starting that date, IRCC will send out up to 10,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) to individuals who previously submitted an […]

Jul 17, 2025 Read More →
Quebec Pauses Certain Sponsorship Applications

Immigration Updates

Quebec Pauses Certain Sponsorship Applications

The Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI) announced on July 9, 2025, that they have officially reached their limit for sponsorship applications for certain family members. Who Is Affected? Effective immediately, Quebec residents can no longer submit sponsorship applications for those who wish to sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, conjugal partner, […]

Jul 10, 2025 Read More →
FIFA World Cup 2026 in Canada: Can I Enter with a DUI or Criminal Record?

FIFA World Cup 2026 in Canada: Can I Enter with a DUI or Criminal Record?

With the news of both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo expected to participate in the World Cup 2026, excitement is at its peak. The FIFA World Cup is easily one of the most anticipated international sporting events that soccer lovers world wide look forward to every four years. Over one million visitors travelled to watch […]

Jul 8, 2025 Read More →
Express Entry Draw #355 | 3,000 CEC Candidates Invited

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #355 | 3,000 CEC Candidates Invited

Express Entry draw #353 invited a total of 3,000 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates for the third round in a row.  The minimum comprehensive ranking system (CRS) score was 518 which was lower than last rounds score. Express Entry Draw #355 Date of Draw: July 8, 2025 Number of Invitations Issued: 3,000 Minimum CRS: 518 […]

Jul 8, 2025 Read More →