IRCC looking to tackle Express Entry backlogs before resuming FSWP and CEC invitations A recent internal IRCC memo sheds light on why the department is not currently inviting FSWP and CEC candidates. IRCC is holding off on inviting FSWP and CEC candidates so that it can tackle its backlogs. By Kareem El-Assal
How to immigrate to Canada through the Federal Skilled Worker Program The FSWP is the main way for skilled immigrants to move to Canada. Here is how you can benefit from the FSWP. In 1967, Canada became the first country in the world to introduce an objective points system to welcome skilled immigrants. By Daniel Levy
How to calculate your Express Entry CRS score Knowing your CRS before going into the Express Entry pool can help you plan your Canadian immigration strategy. Getting a high Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score gives you a better chance of immigrating to Canada through Express Entry. By Shelby Thevenot
Should I enter Canada’s Express Entry pool now? The benefits of entering the Express Entry pool now far outweigh the risks. “Should I enter the Express Entry pool now?” By Daniel Levy
Express Entry: Couples and the Comprehensive Ranking System ANALYSIS: What partnered immigration candidates should know about Canada's Express Entry system. If you are applying for immigration through the Express Entry system with your spouse, you are going to be scored differently from single applicants. By Michael Schwartz
Express Entry CRS drops to 417 as IRCC invites 6,000 candidates Canada held a surprise draw right before the weekend. The draw is the second-largest in Express Entry's history. Canada held a new Express Entry draw, inviting candidates who had scores of at least 417 points on Friday April 16, 2021. By Shelby Thevenot
B.C. invites 437 immigration candidates in new PNP draw On August 7, British Columbia issued invitations to Skilled Worker and International Graduate candidates. British Columbia issued invitations to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence to Skills Immigration and Express Entry BC candidates on August 7. By Alexandra Miekus
How new UK immigration system compares with Canada To immigrate to the United Kingdom, starting in January 2021, it will be necessary not only to have a work contract with a permit, but also to qualify under a new points system. Great Britain is implementing a Canadian-style points-based immigration system, but there are some notable differences. By Alexandra Miekus
B.C. issues 46 invitations in Tech Pilot and Entrepreneur draws British Columbia has issued new invitations to candidates in its Express Entry BC, Skills Immigration and Entrepreneur streams. British Columbia invited 46 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence on July 28. By Alexandra Miekus
