Category: Provinces

Maple News reports that Ontario has secured an allocation of 21,500 nominations under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) for 2024 — a significant increase of 5,000 over last year’s total of 16,500. This expanded quota reflects the growing role of provincial immigration strategies in meeting Canada’s broader immigration goals. This […]

Maple News reports that between March 22 and 28, the provinces of British Columbia, Manitoba, and Quebec extended new invitations to immigration candidates through their respective provincial immigration programs. These selections were made under various economic, humanitarian, and human capital streams aimed at supporting regional labor market and demographic needs. […]

Maple News reports that five Canadian provinces—Ontario, British Columbia, Quebec, Alberta, and Prince Edward Island—have issued new invitations to immigration candidates over the past week, as part of their ongoing efforts to attract skilled newcomers through various provincial programs. Each Canadian province and territory (except Nunavut and Quebec) participates in […]

Maple News reports that three Canadian provinces—Ontario, British Columbia, and Manitoba—issued invitations this week to immigration candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These latest draws reflect the ongoing efforts by provinces to attract skilled individuals who can meet local labor market demands and contribute to economic growth. Canada’s […]

Maple News reports that three Canadian provinces—Ontario, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan—issued new invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence this week through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These invitations are part of Canada’s ongoing efforts to address regional labour market needs and demographic priorities, and they highlight the increasingly […]

According to the latest national census, Canada’s South Asian community has reached 2.3 million people, making it the country’s largest visible minority group. As the nation’s immigrant population continues to surge—expected to exceed 5 million South Asian residents by 2041—Maple News offers a closer look at where South Asians are […]

Maple News reports that five Canadian provinces — Ontario, British Columbia (B.C.), Prince Edward Island (PEI), Manitoba, and Quebec — have recently issued invitations to candidates through their respective provincial immigration systems. These invitations are part of Canada’s broader immigration effort to attract skilled workers who can address provincial labor […]

Maple News reports that four Canadian provinces — Ontario, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Quebec — have issued new rounds of invitations under their respective immigration streams between February 3 and February 9. These invitations were extended through Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) or similar provincial selection systems, aimed at attracting candidates […]

Maple News reports an open invitation for newcomers and job seekers to explore life in Chatham-Kent—a growing region in Ontario offering rewarding opportunities in education, employment, and community living. Although the 2023 Learning, Earning, and LivingCK Career Expo and Job Fair has passed, aspiring residents and future workers still have […]

Maple News reports that three Canadian provinces—British Columbia, Alberta, and Prince Edward Island—issued invitations this past week to skilled workers and graduates under their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), aiming to attract talent in key sectors facing labour shortages. British Columbia led the activity, issuing over 200 Invitations to Apply […]

Maple News reports that new data from Statistics Canada reveals a notable shift in where immigrants are choosing to settle long-term, with Atlantic Canada seeing improved retention rates while the prairie provinces are witnessing declines. The 2022 Longitudinal Immigration Database (IMDB) examined provincial retention rates by analyzing the percentage of […]

Maple News reports that as of February 15, the Alberta government has temporarily paused processing applications under the Alberta Opportunity Stream (AOS) of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The suspension is in place until further notice and aims to allow the province to reduce its current application backlog and […]

Montreal, often regarded as Canada’s cultural nexus, draws newcomers with its dynamic arts scene, world-class cuisine, and rich bilingual heritage. As the largest city in Quebec, it offers an eclectic mix of European flair and North American modernity, making it a top destination for immigrants seeking new beginnings. According to […]

Maple News reports that British Columbia, Manitoba, and Prince Edward Island extended new rounds of invitations this week through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), offering candidates a potential pathway to Canadian permanent residency. The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) enables provinces and territories to nominate immigration candidates who align with […]

Maple News reports that three Canadian provinces—British Columbia, Ontario, and Manitoba—issued new rounds of provincial nominations this week, reflecting ongoing efforts to attract skilled immigrants under Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These programs serve as critical tools for provinces to meet local labor market demands by selecting economic class immigrants […]

Maple News reports that rental prices across Canada surged to historic levels in 2023, with the national average asking rent reaching $2,178 by December. This marks an 8.6% year-over-year increase from 2022, when average rents stood at $2,005. Over the past two years, rents have climbed a total of 22%, […]