Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island (PEI) has concluded its final scheduled Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of 2023, issuing 195 invitations to eligible immigration candidates on December 17. Of the total invitations, 174 were extended to candidates under the Express Entry and Labour Impact categories, while 21 were […]
Category: Express Entry
Alberta Issues Express Entry Invitations with CRS Cut-Off as Low as 301
Maple News reports that on February 10, Alberta invited 200 candidates from Canada’s Express Entry system to apply for a provincial nomination through the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP). Notably, the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for selection was just 301—making it one of the more accessible draws […]
Ontario Launches First 2021 Tech Draw, Invites 1,186 Express Entry Candidates
Maple News reports that Ontario has kicked off its first Tech Draw of 2021, issuing invitations to 1,186 skilled workers in the technology sector to apply for a provincial nomination through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The draw took place on February 16 and targeted Express Entry candidates with […]
IRCC Shocks with Record-Breaking Express Entry Draw, Invites Over 27,000 CEC Candidates
In an unprecedented move, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a surprise Express Entry draw on a Saturday, issuing 27,332 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence — the largest draw in the program’s history, Maple News reports. What made this draw even more astonishing was the record-low Comprehensive […]
Canada Invites 654 Provincial Nominee Candidates in Latest Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that on February 10, 2021, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 654 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence through the Express Entry system. This draw specifically targeted candidates who were nominated through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), reflecting Canada’s continued focus on regional immigration priorities. […]
Alberta Invites 100 Candidates with CRS as Low as 360 in January PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Alberta has released details of its second Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held in January, inviting 100 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination. This draw, conducted on January 28 under the Alberta Express Entry Stream, targeted candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System […]
British Columbia Invites 81 Tech Professionals in Latest Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) conducted a targeted immigration draw on January 26, 2021, extending invitations to 81 tech workers for provincial nomination—a key step toward permanent residency in Canada. The invitations were issued through the Express Entry BC (EEBC) and Skills Immigration […]
Prince Edward Island Issues 211 Invitations in First 2021 PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island conducted its first Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of 2021 on January 21, issuing a total of 211 invitations for permanent residence through its immigration streams. Of the total invitations issued, 196 were sent to candidates under the Express Entry and Labour Impact […]
Canada Holds Third Express Entry Draw of 2021, Invites 374 PNP Candidates
Maple News reports that Canada conducted its third Express Entry draw of 2021 on January 20, extending invitations to 374 candidates through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To qualify, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 741 — a high threshold that includes the 600-point boost awarded […]
Alberta Resumes Express Entry Draws with First Round Since 2020
Maple News reports that Alberta has officially resumed invitations under its Express Entry-aligned Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), holding its first draw since June 2020. The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) issued 50 invitations to candidates through the Alberta Express Entry Stream on January 8. To be eligible for this round, […]
Nova Scotia Kicks Off 2024 with Targeted Express Entry Draw for Financial Officers
Maple News reports that Nova Scotia has issued its first immigration invitations of 2024 through the Express Entry-linked Labour Market Priorities stream. The draw, held on January 19, specifically targeted candidates in the financial sector, inviting applicants whose primary occupation falls under National Occupation Classification (NOC) code 1114—financial officers. While […]
Nova Scotia Targets Skilled Workers in Latest Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that Nova Scotia conducted a new round of invitations under its Express Entry-aligned Labour Market Priorities Stream on December 1, focusing on skilled workers with job offers in the province. Although the number of invitations issued was not disclosed, the draw targeted candidates who already have profiles […]
Ontario Issues 484 Invitations Through Express Entry Streams for French-Speaking and Skilled Trades Workers
Maple News reports that Ontario has opened its immigration year with a strong start by issuing 484 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) through two of its targeted Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams. On January 13, 2021, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) extended invitations to candidates in the French-Speaking Skilled Worker […]
Canada Launches 2021 Express Entry With PNP-Only Draw
Maple News reports that Canada has inaugurated its 2021 immigration intake with a targeted Express Entry draw exclusively for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. On January 6, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 250 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence to candidates who had previously secured provincial nominations. […]
Canada Invites 4,750 Canadian Experience Class Candidates in Major Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a significant Express Entry draw on January 7, 2021, inviting 4,750 candidates from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) to apply for permanent residence. This marks the second round of invitations issued by IRCC in just two days—a strong indication […]
Canada Lowers Express Entry Cutoff as Record-Breaking Draw Invites 5,000 Skilled Workers
Maple News reports that on December 23, Canada held its final Express Entry draw of the year, issuing 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this round was 468, representing a slight drop from the previous draw held on December […]