Category: Express Entry

Maple News reports that the Canadian government has tabled its first federal budget since 2019, outlining sweeping proposals that could shape the country’s immigration system over the coming years. Delayed last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Budget 2021 arrives at a critical moment and sheds light on Ottawa’s post-pandemic […]

Maple News reports that Canada continues to make strong progress toward fulfilling its ambitious immigration targets for 2021, landing 22,425 new permanent residents in March alone. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), over 70,000 newcomers arrived in the country during the first quarter of the year, marking a […]

Maple News reports that every year, tens of thousands of U.S. citizens and residents make the journey northward to Canada in search of better job opportunities, educational prospects, and overall quality of life. Despite disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in recent years, Canada has remained a top destination for […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially reverted the Express Entry application deadline from 90 days to 60 days, effective June 29, 2021. This adjustment marks a shift from a temporary COVID-19 measure originally introduced in March 2020 to provide applicants more time amid global […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) continued their strong momentum in July 2021, issuing more than 6,000 invitations to apply for provincial nominations. These programs are key to Canada’s strategy for attracting skilled immigrants who meet specific regional labor market needs. Except for Quebec and Nunavut, all […]

Maple News reports that Alberta has conducted a new provincial nominee program (PNP) draw through its Express Entry stream, issuing invites to 148 candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores as low as 300. This draw, held on July 27, marks a significant drop in the minimum CRS requirement, potentially […]

Maple News reports that as Canada rebuilds its economy post-COVID, the country is set to welcome record-breaking numbers of immigrants — over 400,000 newcomers annually under its current Immigration Levels Plan. A significant portion of these individuals, nearly 60%, will be selected through economic immigration streams, with Express Entry serving […]

Maple News reports that Canada pioneered a groundbreaking shift in immigration policy over five decades ago by launching the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) in 1967. This marked the beginning of a more objective, points-based selection process, replacing older methods that favored an applicant’s nationality. Instead, Canada began evaluating candidates […]

Maple News reports that Canada is preparing for another year of transformative immigration policy amid continued challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic. While the pandemic remains a central issue shaping immigration strategy, the federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging immigration to bolster the economy, reunite families, and fulfill humanitarian […]

Maple News reports that Canadian provinces and territories held over 10 draws in October 2020 through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), collectively issuing close to 3,000 invitations to apply for permanent residence. The Provincial Nominee Program enables provinces and territories to select candidates who meet their specific economic and labor […]

Maple News reports that Canada remains one of the most welcoming countries for skilled workers seeking a new life abroad. With more than 120 economic immigration streams available today, Canada’s immigration system has evolved significantly since the introduction of the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) in 1967. The FSWP was […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a significant Express Entry draw on Friday, April 16, 2021, issuing 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence to candidates in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 417 — the […]

Maple News reports that nearly 80% of Express Entry candidates as of January 4, 2022, fell under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), underscoring a growing backlog due to a prolonged pause in invitations for this group. According to data released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), out of […]

Maple News reports that Alberta has introduced a new, expedited immigration program designed specifically for tech workers, aiming to meet the growing demand for skilled talent in the province’s rapidly expanding technology sector. This new initiative, known as the Accelerated Tech Pathway, is aligned with the Alberta Express Entry Stream […]

Maple News reports that the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) held its first immigration draw of 2022 on January 12, issuing 104 invitations to skilled workers aiming to secure a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence. Candidates were invited through two popular SINP streams: Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand. Of […]

Maple News reports that Ontario has invited 502 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination in a draw held on January 12. This marks the province’s second targeted draw within 48 hours, signaling Ontario’s proactive approach to attracting skilled professionals in priority sectors. The latest invitation round was […]