CanadaVisa News Briefs | May 24 to May 30, 2018

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Published: May 30, 2018

This is a summary of Canadian immigration news that happened in the past week.

Our Canadian immigration news briefs keep you up to date on the latest Canadian immigration news as it unfolds.

These articles are shared across all our social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ and LinkedIn. Make sure to follow us on our social media channels to get the latest stories and updates.

• Canada ending visa requirement for UAE citizens

May 29, 2018

The visa requirement for United Arab Emirates citizens travelling to Canada for short stays will end on June 5, the Government of Canada has announced.  >> Read more

• British Columbia continues to prioritize tech workers and graduates

May 24, 2018

British Columbia has issued 27 new invitations to apply for a provincial nomination in its latest Tech-focused draw, which took place on May 23.  >> Read more

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