British Columbia Targets Tech Talent in Latest Express Entry Draw

Maple News reports that the province of British Columbia has extended invitations to 67 skilled workers and international graduates through its latest BC PNP Tech Pilot draw, held on September 8. These individuals now have the opportunity to apply for a provincial nomination toward permanent residency in Canada. The invited […]

Canada’s Economic Recovery Relies on Immigrants, Study Shows

Maple News reports that Canada’s post-pandemic economic recovery must prioritize immigration policy and newcomer support, as immigrants, international students, and temporary foreign workers have been among the most financially impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. According to a survey conducted by World Education Services (WES) in June, substantial portions of Canada’s […]

British Columbia Invites Over 430 Candidates in Latest Immigration Draw

Maple News reports that the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has issued over 430 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence. The invitations were sent out during the latest draw conducted on September 1, 2021. The draw targeted candidates from multiple streams, including Express […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]