On March 19, 2024, British Columbia announced updates to the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), effective January 2025. The updates aim to create clearer pathways for international workers and better outcomes. A detailed summary will be available in

The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) has released an important update for the candidates of the New Brunswick Strategic Initiative Stream. Applicants who have submitted an Expression of Interest (EOI) before March 12, 2024, are encouraged to withdraw their

BuildForce Canada’s latest report calls for reforms to the immigration system to address skilled labour shortages in the construction sector. Executive Director Bill Ferreira highlights four consensus principles recommended by industry stakeholders. These include addressing educational bias in Express Entry

On March 12, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released updated program delivery instructions specifically addressing study permits. The program delivery update outlines the application process for foreign nationals who have received study permit approval overseas but did not

Canada’s immigration got off to a robust start in January, with a 28% increase in new permanent residents compared to December, totalling 47,660 arrivals. However, this figure is slightly below the numbers recorded in the same month last year. The

On March 5, 2024, the Government of British Columbia held new invitation draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) and issued invitations to apply to skilled candidates in the general draw and to candidates with work experience in

As of March 4, 2024, the government of British Columbia has initiated the issuance of Provincial Attestation Letters (PALs) directly to eligible postsecondary institutions. These PALs are essential for new international student applicants seeking to apply for a study permit

On March 1, 2024, Ontario invited 2,583 candidates under the Skilled Trades Stream of the Ontario Immigration Nominee Program (OINP). This was a targeted draw, focused on candidates working in 48 NOCs with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score ranging

On February 27, 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

Over the last week, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the pools of International Experience Canada (IEC). From February 19 to February 25, Canada invited 3,995 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit.