Maple News reports that Ontario has issued 21 invitations to apply under its Entrepreneur Stream as part of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The draw was held on August 26, and it targeted candidates who had submitted their Expressions of Interest (EOIs) between November 22, 2019, and August 21, […]
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Ontario Invites 21 Entrepreneurs in Latest Provincial Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has issued 21 invitations through its Entrepreneur Stream in a draw held on August 26. This round considered candidates who submitted Expressions of Interest (EOIs) between November 22, 2019, and August 21, 2020. Selected candidates had EOI scores ranging from […]
Saskatchewan Invites 570 Skilled Workers in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Saskatchewan has issued 570 invitations to skilled workers as part of its latest immigration draw held on August 27. The invitations were extended under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), specifically through the International Skilled Worker – Occupations In-Demand subcategory, which targets candidates without a job […]
Saskatchewan Issues 570 Invitations Through Occupations In-Demand Stream
Maple News reports that on August 27, Saskatchewan issued 570 invitations to apply for provincial nomination under its Occupations In-Demand sub-category of the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). This marks the latest effort by the province to attract skilled workers who can contribute to its economy and meet labor market […]
British Columbia Invites 72 Tech Professionals in Latest Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that British Columbia has issued 72 invitations to skilled tech professionals and international graduates in its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on August 25. This initiative continues through the province’s Tech Pilot program, aimed at addressing labor shortages in British Columbia’s booming technology sector. The […]
B.C. Invites 72 Tech Professionals in Latest PNP Draw to Meet Industry Needs
Maple News reports that on August 25, British Columbia extended 72 invitations to apply for provincial nomination through its Tech Pilot under the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). These invitations were issued to skilled foreign tech workers and international graduates in response to growing demand in the province’s rapidly […]
Canada Expands Flexibility for International Students and Post-Graduation Work Permits
Maple News reports that Canada has unveiled new policy adjustments to better support international students pursuing education amid ongoing global disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. These latest measures, announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), provide added flexibility to international students who began or are starting their Canadian […]
Canada Expands Flexibility for International Students Pursuing Online Studies
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has unveiled three new measures offering greater flexibility to international students impacted by COVID-19-related travel restrictions and campus closures. The changes specifically relate to the eligibility criteria for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), a vital pathway for many students aiming […]
Ontario Issues 703 Invitations to Express Entry Candidates in High-Demand Occupations
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 703 invitations to Express Entry candidates on August 26, targeting those with work experience in selected high-demand occupations. This draw was conducted under the Human Capital Priorities Stream, which aligns with the federal Express Entry system. Eligible candidates required […]
Ontario Targets High-Demand Occupations in New Express Entry Draw, Invites 703 Candidates
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 703 invitations to Express Entry candidates on August 26 as part of its Human Capital Priorities Stream. The latest targeted draw focused on candidates with work experience in specific high-demand occupations, ranging from healthcare to finance and marketing. Selected […]
Prince Edward Island Conducts Record-Breaking PNP Draw in August
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island (PEI) has conducted its largest-ever Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, issuing a record 305 invitations in a single round on August 20. This marks a significant increase compared to an earlier draw in the same month, where only eight candidates received invitations. According […]
Prince Edward Island Conducts Record-Setting PNP Draw in August
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island (PEI) held its largest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw to date on August 20, marking a milestone in the province’s immigration efforts. A total of 305 invitations were issued, including candidates from the Express Entry, Labour Impact, and Business Impact streams. This historic […]
Pandemic Job Disruptions Hit New Immigrants in Canada the Hardest
Maple News reports that recent immigrants to Canada have been disproportionately affected by job losses resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the economic crisis in early 2020 hit the entire Canadian labor force, the impact on newcomers—particularly those who arrived within the last 10 years—was significantly higher. Between March and […]
Recent Immigrants in Canada Faced the Harshest Job Losses During COVID-19 Downturn
Maple News reports that new immigrants to Canada were among the hardest hit by job losses during the initial wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although restrictions and economic slowdown affected workers nationwide, the impact was significantly more severe for those who had arrived in the country within the past decade. […]
U.S. Students Face Travel and Permit Hurdles Heading Back to School in Canada
Maple News reports that American families planning to send their children to school in Canada this fall are navigating a particularly complex landscape due to ongoing border restrictions and processing delays. As per the latest updates, Canada has extended its COVID-19-related travel restrictions on U.S. travelers until at least September […]
U.S. Students Face Hurdles Entering Canada for School Amid Ongoing Border Restrictions
Maple News reports that families in the United States looking to send their children to school in Canada are facing continued challenges due to extended border restrictions and prolonged processing times for student permits. The Canadian government has extended travel restrictions for U.S. travelers until at least September 21, weeks […]