Maple News reports that as of July 22, 2021, spouses included in Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) applications must demonstrate proficiency in spoken French. This marks a significant change in Quebec’s immigration requirements aimed at reinforcing linguistic integration into the Francophone province. To satisfy this new condition, spouses must meet at […]
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Ontario Targets French-Speaking Talent with 115 New Invitations Through Express Entry Stream
Maple News reports that on July 21, Ontario issued 115 targeted invitations to French-speaking candidates in the federal Express Entry pool, continuing its efforts to attract bilingual immigrants through the province’s French-Speaking Skilled Worker (FSSW) stream. To be considered for this draw, candidates needed a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score […]
U.S. Extends Land Border Closure to Canadian Tourists Amid Delta Variant Surge
Maple News reports that the United States has extended its existing travel restrictions for Canadian visitors crossing the border by land and ferry, reaffirming strict entry protocols as COVID-19 cases rise due to the spread of the Delta variant. A new federal notice issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland […]
B.C. PNP Issues 383 Invitations and Temporarily Halts Entrepreneur Applications
Maple News reports that the province of British Columbia issued a total of 383 invitations to immigration candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws held on July 20. The invitations were extended under the Skills Immigration (SI) and Express Entry BC (EEBC) streams, including the Skilled Worker, International Graduate, […]
Alberta Invites 181 Express Entry Candidates with CRS Scores as Low as 301
Maple News reports that Alberta’s latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw took place on July 14, with the province inviting 181 Express Entry candidates through the Alberta Express Entry Stream. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score needed for this round was 301 — one of the lowest thresholds seen […]
Alberta PNP Draw Invites 148 Express Entry Candidates with CRS Scores of 302+
Maple News reports that the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) issued 148 invitations to Express Entry candidates in a provincial draw held on June 29, 2021. Candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores of 302 or higher were invited to apply under the Alberta Express Entry stream. This draw saw […]
Prince Edward Island Invites 127 Skilled and Business Candidates in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island (PEI) conducted its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on July 15, inviting 127 immigration candidates to apply for provincial nomination. This draw aligns with PEI’s pre-scheduled immigration selection across multiple streams designed to support regional labour market needs. Of the total invitations […]
Ontario Launches First In-Demand Skills Stream Draw Through New Immigration System
Maple News reports that the province of Ontario has conducted its inaugural draw through the newly integrated Expression of Interest (EOI) system under the In-Demand Skills stream of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). This marks a significant development in Ontario’s immigration strategy, aimed at addressing critical labor market gaps […]
Quebec Unveils Overhauled Points System to Streamline Immigration Selection
Maple News reports that the province of Quebec has implemented a new, comprehensive points-based ranking system for candidates submitting profiles in its Arrima Expression of Interest pool. This updated framework aims to better align immigration with the province’s labor market demands and improve the overall selection process. Under the revised […]
Quebec Overhauls Immigration Selection With New Points-Based Ranking System
Maple News reports that Quebec has unveiled a major update to its immigration process by introducing a comprehensive points-based scoring system within the Arrima expression of interest platform. Designed to better match immigration with labor market needs, the revamped model assigns candidates a score out of 1,320 points, enabling the […]
How Canadians Can Sponsor a Spouse from Hong Kong for Immigration
Maple News reports that Canadians looking to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner from Hong Kong have clear pathways under Canada’s family reunification program, but must meet certain eligibility requirements before applying. To qualify as a sponsor, you must be at least 18 years old and either a Canadian citizen, […]
British Columbia Invites 56 Tech Professionals in Latest Provincial Nominee Draw
Maple News reports that British Columbia has issued 56 new invitations to eligible tech professionals to apply for provincial nomination through the BC PNP Tech stream. The draw was held on July 13 and targets skilled workers and international graduates with expertise in high-demand technology roles. The BC PNP Tech […]
Ontario Conducts Largest Employer Job Offer Draw Under PNP Program
Maple News reports that Ontario has set a new benchmark for immigration nominations by conducting its largest-ever Expression of Interest (EOI) draw under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). Held on July 13, the province invited a total of 1,685 candidates across three streams, all connected to the Employer Job […]
Canada Expands Fast-Track Student Visa Program to Seven More Countries
Maple News reports that Canada has broadened its Student Direct Stream (SDS) program to include seven additional countries in a move aimed at accelerating study permit processing for international students. The newly added countries are Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Antigua and Barbuda, Costa Rica, Trinidad and Tobago, and Saint Vincent and […]
Ontario Tightens Application Rules for Provincial Nominee Program
Maple News reports that Ontario has issued updated guidelines for applicants under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), focusing on improving application completeness and reducing processing delays. The province now requires candidates to submit complete applications, warning that any missing documentation may result in applications being returned. These stricter standards […]
Canada Invites 627 Provincial Nominee Candidates Through Express Entry With High Cutoff Score
Maple News reports that on July 7, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 627 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under the Express Entry system. This draw specifically targeted candidates who had received a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) nomination. To be eligible for this round, applicants needed a […]