Updated Settlement Funds Requirement for Express Entry Immigration to Canada
Together, these three Canadian immigration programs make up the federal economic programs that receive applications through the Express Entry selection system.The increase in the settlement funds is marginal, at just…
Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program Details Revealed
On January 27, 2017, the government of Canada unveiled its Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program. First announced on July 4, 2016, the plan is part of the Atlantic Growth Strategy, and…
Manitoba Conducts Skilled Worker Immigration Draw, Inviting 189 Candidates
Candidates eligible for one of the MPNP for Skilled Workers sub-categories are ranked according to system that awards up to 1,000 points to each candidate. Of the LAAs issued, 150…
There is no new Canadian Visa Lottery Program, Despite Widespread Rumours
A widespread rumour that Canada is due to begin a new immigration lottery, similar to the DV visa lottery in the United States, is untrue. The story stems from an…
Canada Introduces Temporary Public Policy for Foreign Nationals Impacted by U.S. President Trump’s Executive Order
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the government department which oversees immigration and refugee affairs in Canada, has introduced a temporary public policy concerning certain foreign nationals who are affected…
Changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program Expected in Federal Budget
The government of Canada's upcoming federal budget will include long-awaited reforms to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), according to Employment Minister Patty Hajdu. Reforming the program has been a…
BC Invites 457 Workers and Graduates to Immigrate in February 3 Draw
Until February 3, it had been a while since the previous draw took place on December 21. Prior to that draw, ITAs had been issued at more regular intervals. It…
Immigration to Nova Scotia Highest in Decades, With More Growth Expected
The Nova Scotia Office of Immigration is boasting record immigration numbers to the province, with many skilled workers, entrepreneurs, refugees, and family member of Canadian citizens and permanent residents having…
Record Low CRS Requirement in February 8 Express Entry Draw
Not only was the CRS requirement lower than ever, but the number of ITAs issued was greater than in any other draw that has taken place since the Express Entry…
Update to Instructions for International Students Working On-Campus in Canada
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated the process for international students who are applying for a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to work on-campus. As of February 10, 2017,…