Should I enter the Express Entry pool if I have a low CRS? You can still immigrate to Canada even if you have a low CRS. Are you among those with a low CRS score who feel it may not be worthwhile to submit an Express Entry profile? By Alexandra Miekus
PGP 2020: Canada completes the process of sending out invitations IRCC has now issued invitations to all those who were selected by lottery for the 2020 Parent and Grandparent program. All invitations to apply for the 2020 Parents and Grandparents Program have now been sent out by the Government of Canada. By Alexandra Miekus
Immigration au Canada: Invitations lancées dans le cadre du Programme des PGP 2020 IRCC traitera jusqu’à 10 000 demandes dans le cadre de son Programme des PGP 2020. En 2021, le ministère de l’Immigration ouvrira à nouveau le programme et traitera jusqu’à 30 000 demandes. Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada (IRCC) a organisé la loterie dans le cadre du Programme de parrainage des parents et des grands-parents 2020. By Kareem El-Assal
6 things Canadians love to do for Christmas A snapshot of what Christmas is like in Canada There are a few Christmas traditions you’re likely to encounter no matter where you find yourself during the holiday season in Canada. By Shelby Thevenot
B.C. invited 230 immigration candidates in new PNP draw Immigration candidates who are approved at the provincial level will be able to apply for permanent residence in Canada. B.C. invited 230 candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence on December 22. By Alexandra Miekus
Quebec invited 233 skilled worker candidates in latest Arrima draw Creating an Expression of Interest profile in Arrima is the first step to immigrating to Quebec as a skilled worker. Quebec issued invitations to apply for selection under the Regular Skilled Worker Program to 233 immigration candidates on December 16. By Alexandra Miekus
Canada signs new youth mobility agreement with Italy More Italians and Canadians are now eligible to take a working holiday visa in each others country. Canada and Italy have expanded their already existing youth mobility agreement, which will allow more people to go on longer working holidays between the two countries. By Shelby Thevenot
British Columbia issues 256 invitations in latest PNP draw British Columbia has now invited close to 9,000 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination this year. British Columbia invited 256 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence in a draw held December 8. By Alexandra Miekus
New online portal expedites permanent residence landings The new electronic process is expediting the landing process for new permanent residents. Canada can now confirm permanent resident status without in-person interviews through a new portal, for most cases. By Shelby Thevenot
