CanadaVisa News Briefs For April, 2015

author avatar
CIC News
Published: April 1, 2015

The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that have taken place since the beginning of this month.

• Groundbreaking Express Entry draw

For the first time since its introduction on January 1st, 2015, Canada’s Express Entry application management system has resulted in invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence being issued to candidates with less than 600 CRS points. >>Read More 

Nova Scotia Welcoming More Immigrants Than At Any Time In Last 10 Years

The government of Nova Scotia has stated that 2,661 immigrants settled in the province last year, more than at any point over the past decade. >>Read More 

Sixth Express Entry Draw

On March 27, 2015, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) announced a record breaking Express Entry draw. For the second week in a row, Canada’s Express Entry application management system resulted in a record high for number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for Canadian permanent residence being issued in a draw. >>Read More

British Columbia Announces Changes To Provincial Nominee Program

Effective immediately, the government of B.C. is implementing a 90-day pause on new applications to most categories of the BCPNP. New applications will be accepted in July 2015 with an improved application process and updated program criteria. >>Read More

Share this article
Share your voice
Did you find this article helpful?
Thank you for your feedback.
Subscribe to our newsletter
Did you find this article helpful?
Please provide a response
Thank you for your helpful feedback
Please contact us if you would like to share additional feedback, have a question, or would like Canadian immigration assistance.
  • Do you need Canadian immigration assistance? Contact the Contact Cohen Immigration Law firm by completing our form
  • Send us your feedback or your non-legal assistance questions by emailing us at media@canadavisa.com
Top Stories
A Newcomer’s Guide to Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs)
Canada clarifies citizenship test rules
Canada offers a path for international students following UK study ban
Join our free newsletter. Get Canada's top immigration stories delivered to your inbox.
Subscribe
More in Study
Canada offers a path for international students following UK study ban
Smiling female student with a backpack and a notebook in her hands, turning toward the camera.
Canada announces $25M in scholarships for Indian students under new education measures
An Indian and Canadian flag folded against eachother.
International students taking prerequisites will be issued shorter study permits under new rules
Happy female student with a backpack over one shoulder laughing with her friends.
New rules for processing of study permit applications
The Canadian immigration department has released updated rules for the processing of study permit applications with respect to provincial and territorial attestation letters (PALs/TALs).
Link copied to clipboard