Category: Express Entry

Maple News reports that Saskatchewan has released the results of two recent rounds of invitations under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), targeting candidates through both the Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand streams. The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) held draws on October 7 and October 21, 2020. These rounds reflect […]

Maple News reports that Canada has increased the number of points awarded to French-speaking and bilingual applicants under its Express Entry immigration system. The latest policy update, announced by Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino, is aimed at strengthening Francophone communities outside Quebec and supporting Canada’s long-term economic growth. French-speaking candidates will […]

Maple News reports that Nova Scotia has issued new invitations to apply for provincial nomination through its Labour Market Priorities Stream, targeting skilled tech professionals. The invitations, which were sent out on October 22, focused on Express Entry candidates whose primary occupation is classified under NOC 2174 – computer programmers […]

According to Maple News, Canada is on pace to surpass 100,000 Express Entry invitations in 2020 — an outcome that seemed highly unlikely at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This unexpected surge underscores Canada’s sustained commitment to welcoming skilled immigrants even amid global uncertainty. The Express Entry system, managed […]

Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted a new Tech Draw on October 15, inviting 772 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination. This draw is part of Ontario’s ongoing effort to attract skilled tech professionals who have the potential to contribute to the […]

Maple News reports that immigrants arriving in Canada through the Express Entry system between 2015 and 2018 experienced notably strong performance in the labour market, according to a newly released evaluation by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The study highlights that nearly all Express Entry immigrants – 95% – […]

Maple News reports that Canada has matched its largest-ever Express Entry draw, inviting 4,500 immigration candidates to apply for permanent residence. This significant draw required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 471, tying with the previous draw held on September 30. The Express Entry system is Canada’s primary […]

Maple News reports a significant uptick in the number of U.S. citizens and residents choosing to make Canada their new home. Each year, over 10,000 individuals from the United States transition north via Canada’s Express Entry system—a streamlined immigration pathway for skilled workers. In fact, Americans now represent the second-largest […]

Maple News reports that Canada issued 4,200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence in its latest Express Entry draw held on September 30, 2020. This marks the third consecutive all-program draw that included candidates from the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), confirming the government’s continued focus on attracting top […]

Maple News reports that the third quarter of 2020 marked a historic milestone for Canada’s Express Entry immigration system, as the country issued a record-breaking 28,450 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. Despite global disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada continued to push forward with its immigration initiatives, […]

Nova Scotia has issued 47 invitations to candidates under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), specifically targeting skilled workers in the automotive repair industry. Maple News reports this draw took place on September 24 and was conducted through the Labour Market Priorities Stream of the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP). This […]

Maple News reports a significant uptick in skilled professionals relocating from the United States to Canada — a trend that has gained momentum in recent years and appears to be influenced, in part, by political factors. According to immigration experts and emerging data, more American-based skilled workers — including tech […]

Maple News reports that British Columbia conducted its largest immigration draw of 2020 on September 29, issuing a total of 450 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). This draw surpassed the 430 invitations issued earlier in the month on September […]

Maple News reports that the Government of Canada has issued 4,200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence to candidates in the Express Entry system, in a draw held on September 2. This marks the largest all-program draw since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and signals Canada’s continued commitment […]

Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island has set a new milestone in its immigration efforts by issuing 345 invitations to economic immigration candidates in its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on September 17. This marks the highest number of invitations extended by the Prince Edward Island Provincial […]

Maple News reports that on September 15, 2023, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) issued 621 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence. This round emphasized attracting tech professionals under Saskatchewan’s International Skilled Worker category through both the Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand sub-categories. All candidates […]