Ontario, British Columbia, Manitoba, and PEI Invite Skilled Workers in Latest Provincial Immigration Draws

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 […]

Ontario, B.C., Alberta, and Quebec Announce Latest Immigration Invitations

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 […]

Soaring Housing Costs Prompt Newcomers to Rethink Staying in Canada

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 […]

Ontario Expands In-Demand Occupations List to Attract More Skilled Workers

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, […]

B.C. Introduces New Law to Simplify Recognition of International Credentials Starting July 1

Maple News reports that British Columbia’s International Credentials Recognition Act will officially come into effect on July 1, bringing major reforms to how foreign qualifications are assessed in the province. The new legislation is designed to streamline the process for skilled immigrants to have their credentials recognized—reducing bureaucratic delays and […]

Ontario, B.C., and Saskatchewan Issue New Immigration Invitations Through Provincial Nominee Programs

Maple News reports that three of Canada’s provinces—Ontario, British Columbia (B.C.), and Saskatchewan—have issued new rounds of immigration invitations through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) between June 8 and June 14, 2024. PNPs allow provinces and territories (excluding Quebec and Nunavut) to nominate foreign nationals who meet local economic […]

British Columbia to Launch Three New PNP Pathways for International Graduates in 2025

Maple News reports that British Columbia is introducing three new immigration pathways under its Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) to support international graduates. Starting January 2025, the province will roll out three separate streams tailored to recent graduates of eligible Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate degree programs from recognized B.C. post-secondary institutions. […]