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Nova Scotia has experienced a record-breaking year for immigration and population growth. Federal data reveals that in 2022, the province welcomed 12,650 permanent residents, a 38 percent increase from the previous year. This surge is attributed to various immigration programs targeting skilled workers in healthcare, skilled trades, and childcare sectors. Premier Houston aims for a population of two million by…

On July 19, 2024, Prince Edward Island conducted a new invitation round in the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). In this draw, the province issued 84 invitations to apply to skilled workers in the healthcare and construction industries, those with Work Permits expiring before the end of 2024 in the manufacturing and professional services sectors, and applicants…

On July 16, 2024, the Government of British Columbia held new invitation draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) and issued invitations to apply to qualified candidates in tech, healthcare, childcare, construction, and veterinary care occupations. In the tech draw, the province invited 34 candidates. The minimum score for candidates invited in this draw was 122 points. BC…

Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced the end of the uncapped intake of international students during a visit to Calgary. He emphasized that post-secondary institutions must replace the lost revenue from unenrolled students with provincial investment in education. Miller stressed the need for a quality-oriented system that ensures more diversity and qualified individuals entering Canada. He highlighted the impact of historic…

Over the last week, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the pools of International Experience Canada (IEC). From July 8 to July 14, Canada invited 3,045 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit. As of July 14, 34,478 candidates were registered in the pool and waiting for the invitation. In this round, there…

On July 9, 2024, the Ontario Immigration Nominee Program (OINP) issued 1,556 invitations to apply (ITAs) in a general draw for the Masters Graduate stream. The minimum score of this round was 54 points, two points more than it was in the previous draw. In addition, Ontario has invited 110 candidates under the PhD Graduate Stream in a separate general…

On July 8, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for French language proficiency candidates. In round #302, IRCC issued 3,200 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to francophone candidates. The cut-off score of this draw was 420 points, ten points more than the previous draw for this category, held on April 24, 2024, and it…

On July 4, 2024, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under various streams. Based on statistics from all processing centres, this update provides a view of the current average LMIA processing times. It is important to note that the processing times have decreased for the Agricultural stream and…

On July 3, 2024, the Canadian Government announced a new program delivery update for spouses or common-law partners of study permit holders. Notably, the Bachelor of Nursing (BN) has been added to the list of eligible professional degree programs for applications submitted on or after April 30, 2024. This update will offer more opportunities for families of international students, enhancing…

The Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) in Canada saw a 4.2% rise in April, reflecting its continued upward trend, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). April welcomed 2,100 new permanent residents under PGP, an increase from previous months. The first four months of 2024 saw 7,910 new arrivals, down 12.8% from the same period last year. Ontario led…