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 […]
Canada eliminates PGWP field of study restrictions for graduates of college bachelor’s programs
International graduates of college bachelor’s programs will now be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) without needing to meet specific field of study requirements. Previously, only graduates of university bachelor’s programs were exempt from these requirements, while those from college bachelor’s programs had to comply with them. For international students who applied for their […]
Complete information disclosed: Do you qualify to apply for permanent residency under the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots?
Foreign nationals seeking to immigrate to Canada as home care workers can now find complete details about these programs. The Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot (HCWP) has now been officially divided into two distinct programs: Each of these programs includes two application streams: The Workers in Canada Stream for both pilot programs will begin accepting […]
BREAKING: Canada eliminates additional CRS points for arranged employment in Express Entry
Express Entry candidates will no longer be awarded additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for holding a valid job offer, even if it is backed by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). This change was implemented through the Ministerial Instructions effective March 25, 2025. Canada Eliminates CRS Bonus Points for Arranged Employment in Express Entry […]
Canada will issue invitations to apply for the Parents and Grandparents PR program in 2025
In 2025, some Canadians and permanent residents will receive invitations to apply to sponsor their parents and grandparents for permanent residency. On March 7, 2025, Canada’s immigration department announced plans to issue Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to eligible sponsors later that year. Here’s a refined version of your text for clarity and readability: Canada’s Parents […]
