Maple News reports that a recent study by The Harris Centre at Memorial University highlights a growing labour challenge in Atlantic Canada, where employers are struggling to fill roles due to a lack of qualified applicants. The report, titled “Employer Attitudes Towards Hiring Newcomers and International Students in the Atlantic […]
Category: Provinces
Saskatchewan Invites 280 Skilled Workers in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the province of Saskatchewan has issued 280 invitations to immigration candidates through its Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) on July 21. The draw targeted professionals under the International Skilled Worker category, seeking to strengthen the province’s labor force with qualified talent. Of the total candidates invited, […]
B.C. PNP Issues 383 Invitations and Temporarily Halts Entrepreneur Applications
Maple News reports that the province of British Columbia issued a total of 383 invitations to immigration candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws held on July 20. The invitations were extended under the Skills Immigration (SI) and Express Entry BC (EEBC) streams, including the Skilled Worker, International Graduate, […]
Ontario Launches First In-Demand Skills Stream Draw Through New Immigration System
Maple News reports that the province of Ontario has conducted its inaugural draw through the newly integrated Expression of Interest (EOI) system under the In-Demand Skills stream of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). This marks a significant development in Ontario’s immigration strategy, aimed at addressing critical labor market gaps […]
Quebec Unveils Overhauled Points System to Streamline Immigration Selection
Maple News reports that the province of Quebec has implemented a new, comprehensive points-based ranking system for candidates submitting profiles in its Arrima Expression of Interest pool. This updated framework aims to better align immigration with the province’s labor market demands and improve the overall selection process. Under the revised […]
Quebec Overhauls Immigration Selection With New Points-Based Ranking System
Maple News reports that Quebec has unveiled a major update to its immigration process by introducing a comprehensive points-based scoring system within the Arrima expression of interest platform. Designed to better match immigration with labor market needs, the revamped model assigns candidates a score out of 1,320 points, enabling the […]
British Columbia Invites 56 Tech Professionals in Latest Provincial Nominee Draw
Maple News reports that British Columbia has issued 56 new invitations to eligible tech professionals to apply for provincial nomination through the BC PNP Tech stream. The draw was held on July 13 and targets skilled workers and international graduates with expertise in high-demand technology roles. The BC PNP Tech […]
Ontario Conducts Largest Employer Job Offer Draw Under PNP Program
Maple News reports that Ontario has set a new benchmark for immigration nominations by conducting its largest-ever Expression of Interest (EOI) draw under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). Held on July 13, the province invited a total of 1,685 candidates across three streams, all connected to the Employer Job […]
Manitoba Extends Invitation to 277 Skilled Candidates in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that on July 9, the province of Manitoba issued 277 invitations to candidates through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), offering them a pathway toward Canadian permanent residency. These invitations, known as Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs), are intended for immigration candidates who can receive a […]
Saskatchewan Invites 295 Skilled Workers in Latest Provincial Nominee Draw
Maple News reports that Saskatchewan has invited 295 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination via its Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). The draw, held on July 8, targeted candidates under the International Skilled Worker category, which includes two sub-streams: Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand. Of the total invitations […]
British Columbia Issues 387 Invitations Across Two Targeted Immigration Draws
Maple News reports that British Columbia issued a total of 387 invitations to immigration candidates in two separate Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws held on July 6, 2021. These draws fall under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), which continues to adapt its selection process to support provincial […]
Manitoba Invites 141 Immigration Candidates in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that on June 17, 2024, Manitoba invited 141 candidates to apply for a provincial nomination through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Successful nominees will gain a significant advantage in their application for Canadian permanent residency. The invitations, formally known as Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs), […]
British Columbia Invites 52 Tech Workers in Latest BC PNP Tech Draw
Maple News reports that the province of British Columbia has issued 52 new invitations to skilled tech workers through its BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Tech stream. The draw took place on June 29 and targeted candidates currently working in the information technology sector. The BC PNP Tech is […]
Ontario Expands EOI Immigration System to Include In-Demand Skills Stream
Maple News reports that Ontario has officially opened applications for its In-Demand Skills immigration stream through the province’s enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system. This development is part of Ontario’s ongoing effort to streamline its Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) and better align immigration with labour market demands. With this […]
Quebec Issues 69 New Invitations Through Arrima Immigration Portal
Maple News reports that on June 17, 2021, Quebec extended 69 new invitations for permanent selection under its Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP) through the Arrima platform. This marks the province’s fifth invitation round of the year, bringing the total number of individuals invited in 2021 to 545. Candidates selected […]
Quebec Invites 69 Skilled Workers in Fifth Arrima Draw of 2021
Maple News reports that the Quebec government has extended invitations to 69 skilled workers to apply for permanent selection in a new draw held on June 17, 2021. This marks the fifth round of invitations issued this year under the province’s immigration selection system. The invitations were issued through the […]
