Category: Express Entry

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 […]

Maple News reports that Canada has kicked off 2022 with its first Express Entry draw, extending invitations to 392 candidates to apply for permanent residence. The January 5 draw was exclusively focused on candidates nominated through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To qualify for this draw, candidates needed a minimum […]

Maple News reports that on December 14, 2021, Alberta issued invitations to 150 Express Entry candidates under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), marking an increase from its previous draw. This invitation round saw a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 351 — slightly higher than Alberta’s typical cutoffs, which […]

Maple News reports that on November 24, Alberta carried out a focused Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, inviting 100 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination. This draw, while modest in size, stands out for having one of the highest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score thresholds of the […]

Maple News reports that 2021 marked a historic year for Canadian immigration, shaped by the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and an ambitious goal set by the federal government: admitting 401,000 new permanent residents. The Department of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) was tasked with this challenge in […]

Maple News reports that on December 22, Canada invited 746 candidates from the Express Entry pool to apply for permanent residency, continuing its focus on Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-only draws. These candidates had previously secured provincial nominations, which added 600 points to their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores. As a […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its 2020 Express Entry Year-End Report, shedding light on how the COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted Canada’s main economic immigration system. Traditionally published in summer, the delayed report—released on December 13—outlines key trends, challenges, and shifting dynamics in one […]