Manitoba invites 272 in first PNP draw of the year Manitoba issued invitations to international student graduates and skilled workers both in the province and abroad. Manitoba invited 272 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on January 14, 2021. By Alexandra Miekus
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
Ontario issues new Skilled Trades and French-Speaking Skilled Worker invitations 484 Express Entry candidates were issued Notifications of Interest under the French-Speaking Skilled Worker and Skilled Trades streams. The province of Ontario has issued 484 invitations to Express Entry candidates through two provincial immigration streams in the first draw of the year. On January 13, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to candidates in the French-Speaking Skilled Worker and Skilled Trades streams. These two enhanced Provincial Nominee Programs […] By Alexandra Miekus
Express Entry: Canada invites 4,750 CEC candidates IRCC may be returning to a period where PNP-specific draws are followed the next day by draws for candidates in the Canadian Experience Class. Canada held another Express Entry draw on January 7, the second invitation round held in two days. By Alexandra Miekus
Trump extends freeze on some work visas The immigration freeze has been extended until the end of March. U.S. President Donald Trump is extending a moratorium on temporary work visas for tech and other occupations. By Shelby Thevenot
Express Entry: First draw of 2021 PNP only Following a big year for Express Entry, 2021 is expected to be an even bigger year with increased immigration targets. Canada kicked off the new year issuing invitations to Express Entry candidates who have provincial nominations on January 6. By Shelby Thevenot
B.C. invites 168 immigration candidates in first PNP draw of 2021 Immigration candidates who are approved at the provincial level will be able to apply for permanent residence in Canada. B.C. invited 168 candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence on January 5, 2021. By Alexandra Miekus
Canadian immigration in 2021: What can we expect? ANALYSIS: Here is a preview of what we can expect from Canada's immigration system following a turbulent year. 2020 was the year of the coronavirus pandemic, which continues to have a significant impact on Canada’s immigration system. By Kareem El-Assal
2020 was a big year for Canada’s PNPs The PNP continues to spread the benefits of immigration across Canada. Canada’s provinces continued to be actively involved in strengthening Canada’s immigration system in 2020. By Alexandra Miekus
