Category: Express Entry

Maple News reports that Canada has made significant changes to its Express Entry STEM category for 2025, altering the pool of eligible professions. The update, announced in February, reflects the evolving labor market demands and priorities of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). In total, 19 occupations were removed from […]

Maple News reports that skilled foreign professionals in Canada may have a strategic opportunity to dramatically increase their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score—and therefore their chances at permanent residency—by earning both Canadian and foreign work experience simultaneously. This dual work experience strategy allows eligible candidates in the Express Entry pool […]

Maple News reports a major shift in Canada’s Express Entry system following the recent removal of Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points previously granted for arranged employment. This policy change, implemented on March 25, 2025, has significantly altered the landscape for thousands of immigration hopefuls. As a result of the change, […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched the first Express Entry draw following a recent policy update that removes bonus points for arranged employment. In a draw targeting Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates, 825 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency were issued. To receive […]

Maple News reports that while Canada’s Express Entry system has recently removed the additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points awarded for arranged employment, job offers remain a valuable asset for those aiming to secure Canadian permanent residency. As of March 25, 2025, candidates in the Express Entry pool will no […]

Maple News reports: If you’ve received an Invitation to Apply (ITA) through Canada’s Express Entry system, you’re one major step closer to securing permanent residency. However, responding to your ITA requires careful preparation—especially when it comes to submitting the correct documents within the 60-day deadline. Failing to submit a complete […]

Maple News reports that as of February 27, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented significant updates to its Express Entry system, broadening eligibility for professionals in healthcare and social services. These changes aim to better align immigration policies with Canada’s labour market needs and to attract skilled […]

Maple News reports that in some cases, leaving Canada and returning to your home country could actually help your chances of becoming a permanent resident through Express Entry. Many skilled workers pursuing immigration to Canada may overlook one significant opportunity in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS): foreign work experience. Under […]

Maple News reports that as of March 25, 2025, Canada has officially removed bonus Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for arranged employment under its Express Entry immigration system. The change applies to candidates holding valid job offers, including those backed by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)—a factor that previously […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its second Express Entry draw of the week on March 21, 2025, inviting 7,500 new candidates. This draw, focused on French-speaking applicants, represents the largest category-based invitation round of the year dedicated to French language proficiency. To be eligible […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its third Express Entry draw of March 2025, issuing 536 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This draw targeted individuals who had secured a provincial nomination, which automatically boosts their Comprehensive Ranking […]

Maple News reports that Canada has officially introduced a new education-focused category within the Express Entry system, offering a promising new immigration pathway for international educators and early childhood professionals seeking permanent residency. As of February 27, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched a dedicated category under […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has invited 4,500 French-speaking candidates to apply for permanent residence through the Express Entry system. The draw, held on March 6, 2025, required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of just 410—the lowest cut-off in a French-language category-based draw […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system has gained momentum in early 2025, with a significant increase in Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued in the month of February. Over 17,000 ITAs have been sent out during the first two months of the year as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada […]

Maple News reports that starting March 5, 2025, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) will reopen intake for two enhanced immigration streams aligned with Canada’s Express Entry system. These streams — the Employment in New Brunswick pathway and the New Brunswick Express Entry Stream (formerly referred to as the […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 725 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its latest Express Entry draw aimed at candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The draw, held on June 10, 2025, required applicants to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score […]