Ontario PNP Tech Draw: 528 Express Entry candidates invited Ontario invited Express Entry candidates with work experience in one of six tech occupations to apply for a provincial nomination. Ontario invited 528 Express Entry candidates with tech experience to apply for a provincial nomination on April 13. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada recognizes the contribution of migrants and refugees in global campaign An international campaign led by the Government of Canada aims to highlight the positive impact of migration on communities around the world. As part of a new global campaign called “It Takes a Community”, Canada is highlighting the many positive ways that migrants can impact local communities. By Alexandra Miekus
Express Entry: 284 PNP candidates invited in new draw More candidates invited to apply than the previous PNP-specific draw. Canada held a new Express Entry draw on March 31, inviting 284 hopeful new immigrants to apply for permanent residence. By Shelby Thevenot
New tool could help immigrants decide where to live in Canada IRCC is testing an algorithm that makes recommendations to immigrants on where they may enjoy the greatest success. Researchers are working on a new tool that will help newcomers identify which Canadian city they are most likely to be successful in. By Mohanad Moetaz
Canadian immigration for tech workers: Express Entry, PNPs, and work permits ANALYSIS: Tech talent is in high demand in Canada. Canada offers multiple immigration and work permit programs for highly-skilled tech workers. By Michael Schwartz
Canada opening more immigration pathways to Hong Kong residents ANALYSIS: There is already an open work permit option specifically tailored for Hongkongers, and more immigration initiatives are on the way. Canada has announced the creation of several immigration pathways designed specifically for Hongkongers, in response to the serious immigration shortfall that COVID-19 caused in 2020. By Michael Schwartz
PEI holds new PNP draw inviting 121 immigration candidates Express Entry, Labour Impact, and Business Impact candidates were invited to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence. Prince Edward Island has released the details of its scheduled February 18 draw. By Shelby Thevenot
Alberta invites Express Entry candidates with CRS of at least 301 The CRS requirement of Alberta's newest PNP draw has dropped almost 60 points since the previous invitation round. Alberta invited Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on February 10. By Shelby Thevenot
Ontario invites 1,186 Express Entry candidates in first Tech Draw of 2021 Ontario held a new PNP draw inviting Express Entry candidates with work experience on one of six tech occupations. Ontario held a new draw on February 16, inviting 1,186 immigration candidates with work experience in the tech sector to apply for a provincial nomination. By Shelby Thevenot