This week, three provinces issued nominations to candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Candidates were invited to apply through specific PNP streams based on their past work experience, occupational skills, and education. An immigration stream is a specific pathway to permanent residence that can contain sub-streams, and often targets a certain aspect of […]

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Canada is always looking to attract skilled workers to strengthen its economy and workforce. While Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has taken steps to fill urgent shortages such as those in healthcare, several provinces are attempting to attract skilled workers in the healthcare industry using financial incentives. These include tuition rebates, reimbursement for different […]

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Newcomers often face a steep learning curve when adapting to life in Canada. Digital tools can help to ease this transition. The CIC News team has compiled a list of nine mobile apps that newcomers can download to enhance their life in Canada. Still planning your move? Check out our article on apps to help […]

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Today, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Marc Miller announced a new immigration pilot to welcome more international students into Francophone communities across Canada. According to a release by IRCC,  the Francophone Minority Communities Pilot Program (FMCSP) will improve admission rates and make the current program fair for students from Africa, the Middle East, and […]

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According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), there is no formal appeal process available to international students who are rejected for a Canadian study permit. However, international students can apply for reconsideration of their study permit decision if they can present new evidence that argues against the rejection of their initial application. Discover your […]

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Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw. The department invited 2,000 candidates in a category-based selection draw for candidates with French language proficiency. To be considered, candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 394. Get a Free Express Entry Assessment This […]

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The act of moving to Canada for many often involves the transfer of valuable personal belongings. This is to say nothing of monies which newcomers will need when starting a life in Canada; and which they will likely bring to the country from abroad. How can newcomers bring these assets with them to Canada, safely […]

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One of Canada’s most pressing labour market gaps exists in the trades industry. In fact, according to a study released this month by Statistics Canada (StatsCan), the national labour market is facing “downward pressure” resulting from a wave of recent retirements among baby boomers (those born between 1955 and 1965). This has resulted in Canada’s […]

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Prospective Canadian immigrants are sometimes discouraged from applying for Express Entry after they turn 35 years of age. This is largely due to points lost on their  Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. The Express Entry application management system uses the CRS to rank and order eligible Express Entry candidates based on their human capital factors […]

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Three of Canada’s provinces have invited candidates to apply for provincial immigration programs this week. British Columbia (B.C.) and Alberta issued invitations through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Quebec does not have a PNP and instead has a separate agreement with the federal government that allows the province the authority to select all economic immigration […]

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More than double the number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued in Express Entry draws in 2023 compared to 2022 according to the newly released Express Entry Year-End report for 2023. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 110,266 ITAs over 42 Express Entry draws between January 11 and December 21, 2023. This is […]

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Earlier this year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that it would not renew its temporary off-campus work hours measure. Since 2022, international students have been permitted to work unlimited hours throughout the academic year. The reintroduction of a cap on work hours throughout the academic year means that international students across Canada must […]

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As a newcomer to Canada, understanding the local banking system might make it easier to manage your personal finances and credit requirements effectively. But where do you start? Learn more about TD New to Canada Banking Package Financial Planning: Managing Your Money in Canada After opening a Canadian bank account, a good next step may […]

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Summer has seen the resumption of foreign events in Canada, attracting visitors from around the world and covering everything from technology to agriculture. It is important for visitors to Canada understand exactly what entry requirements they should meet to participate in foreign events in different capacities. This article will outline entry requirements for foreign service […]

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Are you new to Canada? Would you like to learn about personal lending products available for newcomers to take care of their evolving borrowing needs, while settling down? This webinar may be a great way to find out more. Watch the webinar   Click here to download the presentation slides! In this webinar we will […]

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In a recent interview with news agency Reuters, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Marc Miller made several comments about a forthcoming “suite of measures” to further limit non-permanent resident (those on a study or work permit) levels Canada. According to Miller, forthcoming measures could “include changes to [Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs)] and enforcement.” “The […]

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Work permits given to foreign nationals in Canada can be broken down into two categories: those that require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and those that do not. An LMIA is a document that some Canadian employers must obtain from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) before they hire a temporary foreign worker (TFW). […]

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All Canadian residents need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to work in Canada and receive most government benefits and services. Specifically, this number must be provided to your employer so they can facilitate and manage access to important government programs such as Employment Insurance (EI) and the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). In Canada, any citizen […]

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British Columbia and Manitoba invited more provincial immigration candidates this week through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Candidates were invited through PNPs, which are economic immigration programs, picking individuals based on their skills and experience to fill in-demand positions within provincial labour markets. Read on for a full breakdown of the results. Discover if […]

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Immigraiton, Refugees and Citizesnhip Canada (IRCC) has proposed an amendment to the Immigration and Refugees Protection Act (IRPA) that would introduce a new permanent economic immigration class for workers who have experience and training that falls under the Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities (TEER) levels 4 and 5. The department says the pathway would “support […]

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In light of proposed changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program announced last month, many current and prospective international students may be looking for more information. For example, as outlined by notes from the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Deputy Minister Transition Binder 2024, these changes would work to better align the “issuance […]

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The Northwest Territories (NWT) has reached its cap of nominations for its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) for the first time. On July 22 the territory announced that it had reached and exceeded its cap of the 300 nominations for the Northwest Territory Nominee Program (NTNP) it was allocated by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) […]

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Statistics Canada maintains its nationwide database on the incidence and severity of crime in the country, known as the Crime Severity Index (CSI). The CSI, unlike a traditional crime rate (which only counts the number of crimes), also uses police data to consider the seriousness of each crime—providing a more nuanced view of crime levels. […]

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Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw. The department invited 5,000 candidates in a Canadian Experience Class (CEC)- only draw. To be considered, candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 510. Get a Free Express Entry Assessment Today’s draw was the […]

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If you ever wanted to find out what CELPIP raters look for when grading your answers, then here is your opportunity to uncover the CELPIP Score Comparison Chart, review sample questions and responses, and see our analysis of how raters assess your answers. Watch the webinar Click here to download the presentation slides! Developed by […]

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