CanadaVisa News Briefs for Mid November, 2017

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Published: November 15, 2017

The following is a summary of Canadian immigration and citizenship news events that took place over the past week.

Our Canadian immigration news briefs bring you the latest news as it happens. When published, these articles are posted across all our social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ and LinkedIn. Follow us on our various social media channels to get the latest stories as they occur.

Fourth Express Entry Draw in November 2017 Invites 2,750 Candidates

November 15, 2017

In the latest federal Express Entry draw, which took place on November 15, a total of 2,750 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System score of 439 were invited to apply for Canadian permanent residence. >>Read more

Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program Introduces Changes for 2018

November 15, 2017

The government of Manitoba has announced changes to its Provincial Nominee Program, some of which came into effect immediately on November 15, while other changes will come into effect in 2018 . >>Read more

 

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