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Express Entry Draw #146 | Canadian Experience Class Specific

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #146 | Canadian Experience Class Specific

3,311 Express Entry candidates in the Canadian Experience Class program will receive invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence in the 146th Express Entry draw on May 1st, 2020. The minimum CRS cut-off score for this draw is 452, but only Canadian Experience Class candidates will be invited. Draw Number: 146 Draw Date: May 1st, […]

May 1, 2020 Read More →
Express Entry Draw #145 | Provincial Nominee Program Specific

Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Draw #145 | Provincial Nominee Program Specific

589 Express Entry candidates who have received provincial nominations have been invited to apply for Canadian permanent residence in the 145th Express Entry draw on April 29th, 2020. The minimum CRS cut-off score for this draw was 692, but only candidates who have been nominated through a Provincial Nominee Program will be invited. Draw Number: […]

Apr 29, 2020 Read More →
Canada Allows International Students to Work Full-Time to Fight COVID-19

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Canada Allows International Students to Work Full-Time to Fight COVID-19

Effective immediately, the Canadian government is removing working restrictions for certain international students, allowing them to work full-time although classes are still in session. The new rule will apply to those who work in essential services, such as health care, critical infrastructure, or the supply of food or other critical goods. International students in Canada […]

Apr 23, 2020 Read More →
Immigration Processing Fees Going Up on April 30th

Immigration Processing Fees Going Up on April 30th

For the first time since 2002, Canada is increasing some immigration processing fees to adjust for inflation. As of 9:00 a.m. EDT on April 30, 2020, there will be an increase in government processing fees for some types of immigration applications. If your application is registered prior to this, the old processing fee structure will […]

Apr 20, 2020 Read More →
Canadian Government to Provide $50 Million in Support for Temporary Foreign Workers

Canadian Government to Provide $50 Million in Support for Temporary Foreign Workers

The Canadian government has announced that it will be providing $50 million to support temporary foreign workers who are self-isolating due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding will be available to those in farming, fishing, as well as food production and processing. In order to help employers and temporary foreign workers meet current health regulations, […]

Apr 16, 2020 Read More →
Important Update: COVID-19 Visa Processing Changes

Important Update: COVID-19 Visa Processing Changes

Borders continue to remain closed in an attempt to limit the spread of the coronavirus. However, the Canadian government is still processing certain visa applications at this time. Read on to find out if you fall under one of these categories, and what you can expect the visa application process to look like.  At this […]

Apr 14, 2020 Read More →
Canada Needs More Foreign Healthcare Workers to Fight COVID-19

Canada Needs More Foreign Healthcare Workers to Fight COVID-19

As the fight continues to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus, those on the front lines are increasingly at risk. Canadian doctors and nurses are desperately trying to keep themselves safe amidst an escalating global health crisis and lack of protective gear. Now more than ever, Canada needs to support its healthcare system by […]

Apr 9, 2020 Read More →
Agri-Food Pilot Postponed due to COVID-19

Agri-Food Pilot Postponed due to COVID-19

Applications for the new Agri-Food Pilot program were set to open this month, but due to the ongoing threat of the coronavirus pandemic, the Canadian government has made the decision to postpone the program until May. The Canadian government is continuing to take every precaution to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. As such, […]

Apr 2, 2020 Read More →
International Students Can Now Apply for Post-Graduate Work Permits from Outside Canada

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International Students Can Now Apply for Post-Graduate Work Permits from Outside Canada

The Canadian government recently modified the Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) application process, making it easier for international students who have recently graduated to begin working in Canada. In addition to doubling the amount of time that international students have in order to submit the application, applications can now be submitted from outside of Canada. International […]

Mar 30, 2020 Read More →