Alberta extends invitations to applicants for its provincial immigration program
Alberta held three provincial immigration draws during the first two weeks of April, issuing a total of 81 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). These draws specifically targeted healthcare professionals across three different immigration streams. Alberta Releases Details on Three Health-Focused Immigration Draws Last week, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) retroactively released details for three provincial […]
Special work permits will be offered to candidates under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program
Certain candidates in the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) may be eligible for province-specific work permits of up to two years to help them maintain their immigration status. Manitoba to Offer Special Work Permits for MPNP Candidates at Risk of Losing Status Starting April 22, 2025, Manitoba will begin accepting applications for special province-specific work […]
Are you eligible for the new STEM category under Express Entry?
The STEM category under Express Entry has changed significantly in the past two months, with 19 occupations removed and six new ones added. As a result, many foreign nationals who previously qualified are no longer eligible, while others have only recently become eligible under the updated criteria. Qualifying for a category-based Express Entry draw can […]
Significant updates to British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has shut down several streams, temporarily halted certain draws, and will only accept 1,100 new applications in 2025. These limited spots will be reserved for front-line healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and skilled workers who can contribute significantly to the province’s economy. On April 14, 2025, British Columbia announced […]
Significant decrease in CRS scores following the elimination of arranged employment points
The composition of the Express Entry candidate pool has shifted notably after the removal of arranged employment points from the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). As a result, thousands of candidates have experienced a CRS score drop of either 50 or 200 points, significantly affecting their likelihood of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian […]
Initial group of eligible occupations announced for new permanent residency programs
Timmins has released its list of high-priority occupations and sectors for two newly introduced pathways to Canadian permanent residency. Located in Northern Ontario, Timmins is one of the select communities taking part in both the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). Timmins, a community in Northern Ontario, has become […]
How to maximize your CRS score with work experience
How to Earn Canadian and Foreign Work Experience at the Same Time (and Boost Your CRS Score) In some cases, candidates applying through Canada’s Express Entry system can earn both Canadian and foreign work experience at the same time—significantly boosting their CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) score and improving their chances of receiving an Invitation to […]
Canada increases the limit for the Parents and Grandparents Program
The Canadian federal government has expanded the number of applications it will accept for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). In 2025, the government will process up to 25,000 sponsorship applications. Sponsor Your Family for Canadian Immigration According to Ministerial Instructions published in the Canada Gazette on March 22, 2025, this total will include applications […]
Are you eligible for the revised Healthcare and Social Services category under Express Entry?
Pharmacists, social workers, and dental hygienists are now eligible for category-based draws, increasing their chances of obtaining Canadian permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry. On February 27, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced significant changes to Express Entry categories. Check Your Eligibility for Category-Based Draws IRCC introduced a new category (Education) and removed […]
Canada’s Immigration Pilots for Home Care Workers are now accepting applications
As of 10 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on March 31, 2025, Canada’s Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP) are open for applications. Foreign nationals seeking permanent residence (PR) through these programs can now start submitting their applications. This year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will accept 2,750 applications for the HCWP: Child Care […]
