Category: Provinces

Maple News reports that the Alberta government has temporarily relaxed work experience requirements under certain streams of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) to support workers impacted by recent wildfires. Effective from July 19 to November 30, 2024, the measure targets individuals who have lost employment or whose work has […]

Maple News reports that housing affordability remains a central concern for Canadians in 2024, with rising interest rates, increasing immigration, and limited supply reshaping the real estate market. To help potential homebuyers better understand the market, the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has released updated benchmark housing prices for cities […]

Maple News reports that British Columbia, Quebec, and Prince Edward Island have issued new invitations for permanent residency under their respective provincial immigration programs between August 17 and 23. These draws aim to attract skilled workers and international graduates who can contribute to the local labor market. British Columbia conducted […]

Maple News reports that three Canadian provinces — Ontario, British Columbia, and Manitoba — issued fresh invitations to immigration candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) between August 10 and 16. These programs enable provinces to nominate individuals for permanent residency based on regional labor market needs. Each province […]

Maple News reports that four Canadian provinces—Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island—have launched targeted incentive programs to attract skilled immigrants in healthcare. These measures reflect Canada’s ongoing strategy to address critical healthcare shortages by welcoming global talent through provincial and federal initiatives. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship […]

Maple News reports that this week, three Canadian provinces—British Columbia, Alberta, and Quebec—have issued fresh invitations to immigration candidates through their respective provincial pathways. British Columbia invited over 144 candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), targeting a range of skilled and semi-skilled workers. A general draw issued 52 […]

Maple News reports that Alberta is launching fresh initiatives to address an urgent demand for skilled workers in the trades sector, one of Canada’s most affected industries amid an aging workforce. According to a recent report from Statistics Canada, the national labour force has seen a sharp dip following widespread […]

Maple News reports that between July 13 and 19, 2024, four Canadian provinces—Ontario, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Prince Edward Island—issued new invitations for permanent residence through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These PNP draws selected candidates based on economic criteria such as work experience, education, skilled occupations, and alignment with […]

Maple News reports that both British Columbia and Manitoba have issued new invitations to immigration candidates as part of their latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws, held during the week of July 27 to August 2. These draws focused on attracting skilled talent in specific high-demand sectors to support local […]

Maple News reports that the Northwest Territories (NWT) has reached its full allocation of nominations for the Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) in 2024 for the first time in its history. The announcement, made on July 22, confirms that the territory has exceeded its cap of 300 nominations, signaling an […]

Maple News reports that four Canadian provinces—Ontario, British Columbia (B.C.), Alberta, and Quebec—have issued new invitations to immigration candidates through their respective provincial programs during the week of July 20 to July 26. While most provinces and territories in Canada administer immigration through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), Quebec operates […]

Maple News reports that TD Bank Group has signed a new sponsorship agreement with Cricket Canada, becoming the official bank partner of the national cricket teams. This collaboration aims to accelerate the development of cricket across Canada by enhancing grassroots initiatives and increasing youth engagement with the sport. As part […]

Maple News reports that rising housing costs are pushing many newcomers to Canada to consider relocating within the country—or even leaving it altogether. A recent survey by the Angus Reid Institute reveals that nearly 40% of newcomers who arrived in the past decade are thinking about moving, citing financial pressures […]

Maple News reports that Ontario and British Columbia have extended new invitations to immigration candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws held between July 6 and July 12, 2024. Ontario led the latest round of invitations on July 9, issuing a total of 1,666 notifications of interest. Specifically, […]

Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has expanded the list of eligible occupations under its Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills stream, making it easier for newcomers with experience in high-demand roles to secure provincial nominations for permanent residency. On July 4, Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, […]

Maple News reports that Canada continues to stand strong on the global stage for quality of life, as two of its major cities—Vancouver and Calgary—have secured spots in the top 10 of the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) 2024 Global Livability Index. The EIU’s annual report evaluates cities worldwide across five […]