Category: Express Entry

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its second Express Entry draw of the week, issuing 1,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with strong French language proficiency. This category-based selection draw required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 388. The draw highlights […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 4,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence in a new category-based Express Entry draw focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) occupations. This marks the first STEM-targeted draw of 2024 and follows a general draw that […]

Maple News reports that March 2024 brought a continued cadence of Express Entry draws, shedding light on how Canada’s immigration system is evolving and what newcomers can expect throughout the year. The latest developments offer a useful glimpse into the dynamics of the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) and the broader […]

Maple News reports that in 2024, Canada plans to welcome 485,000 new permanent residents, with over 220,000 expected to enter through either the Express Entry system or a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). These two immigration streams remain the leading federal and provincial pathways for skilled workers seeking permanent residency. But […]

Maple News reports that Immigration Minister Marc Miller has announced plans to increase the number of permanent residency draws focused on individuals already residing in Canada on temporary permits. This marks a strategic shift toward recognizing the contributions of temporary residents such as international students and foreign workers, aiming to […]

Maple News reports that Canada remains a top choice for immigrants seeking new opportunities, with the Express Entry system offering a streamlined route to permanent residency. Through this competitive immigration pathway, candidates can enhance their chances of success by demonstrating strong language proficiency—most commonly through the IELTS General Training exam. […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry immigration system is set to welcome over 110,000 newcomers in 2024, with plans to increase that number to 117,500 annually by 2025 and 2026. Given this rising demand, individuals interested in immigrating to Canada should understand if they qualify—and how to improve their […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s federal Express Entry system has outpaced Quebec’s Arrima platform in inviting French-speaking candidates to apply for permanent residency. Between July 1, 2023, and March 1, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 18,200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through category-based Express Entry draws targeting candidates […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 975 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a targeted Express Entry draw for transport occupations. Conducted on March 13, 2024, this is the first occupation-specific Express Entry draw of the year focusing on the transport sector. Candidates needed a […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system continues to be a leading pathway for skilled workers seeking permanent residence. Managed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Express Entry is known for its efficiency, with standard application processing times averaging six months. That reputation for speed makes it one […]

Maple News reports that a recent Statistics Canada study confirms a strong connection between language proficiency and income levels for immigrants in Canada, emphasizing the importance of strong English or French skills for long-term economic success. Under Canada’s Express Entry system—a primary pathway for skilled immigration—candidates must prove their language […]

Maple News reports that a growing language gap outside Quebec may present new opportunities for French-speaking immigration candidates. According to data from Statistics Canada, while 93.6% of recent immigrants in 2021 could speak at least one of Canada’s two official languages—English or French—English remains the dominant language among newcomers across […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a targeted Express Entry draw held on February 29, 2024. This draw specifically focused on candidates with strong French language proficiency, marking the second category-based selection round of the week. To qualify, […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system is continuing to evolve in 2024, with regular Invitation to Apply (ITA) rounds issued across all three federal economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Understanding the composition […]

Maple News reports that Express Entry candidates who experience a change in their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score after receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence still have a pathway forward — though the next steps might vary depending on the nature of the change. Canada’s Express Entry […]

Maple News reports that on February 14, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a category-based Express Entry draw specifically targeting healthcare professionals. A total of 3,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence were issued to candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 422—the lowest threshold […]