Maple News reports that on October 27, Canada conducted its third-largest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of 2021, inviting 888 Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residency. This targeted draw required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 744, reflecting the added value of provincial nominations. Each invited […]
Ontario Holds Largest Tech-Focused PNP Draw of the Year, Inviting Over 1,400 Candidates
Maple News reports that on October 27, the province of Ontario conducted its largest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of 2021, issuing 1,406 invitations to Express Entry candidates working in technology-related occupations. These candidates were selected through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) under the Human Capital Priorities Stream, which […]
British Columbia Issues 358 PNP Invitations Targeting Skilled Workers and Graduates
Maple News reports that British Columbia invited 358 skilled immigration candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) on October 26, 2021. This latest draw targeted applicants in key economic sectors via the Skills Immigration (SI) and Express Entry BC (EEBC) streams. Candidates selected in this round were drawn from […]
Québec Issues New Selection Invitations Through Arrima Portal
Maple News reports that the province of Québec issued 23 new invitations for permanent selection on October 21 under the Regular Skilled Worker Program (Programme régulier des travailleurs qualifiés — PRTQ). This marks the first round of invitations through the Arrima portal in October and the 11th round overall in […]
Alberta Issues 293 Invitations to Express Entry Candidates in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the province of Alberta held a new immigration draw on October 12, extending invitations to 293 Express Entry candidates. To be considered, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 300. This marks Alberta’s first draw in October, following a robust month in September […]
Canada Holds Third Consecutive PNP-Focused Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that on October 13, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its third consecutive Express Entry draw targeting candidates nominated through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). In this latest round, 681 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency were issued to applicants with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking […]
Canada Opens Doors to Lebanese Skilled Workers Through Express Entry
Maple News reports that Canada continues to welcome a growing number of skilled workers from Lebanon, building on more than a century of strong immigration ties. With a Lebanese-Canadian population estimated at around 400,000, this vibrant community has made significant contributions across fields including politics, business, academia, and the arts. […]
Manitoba Issues 459 Invitations in Latest PNP Draw, Including Express Entry Candidates
Maple News reports that Manitoba conducted a new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on October 21, issuing a total of 459 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) across three immigration streams under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). The breakdown of invitations is as follows: the Skilled Workers in Manitoba […]
Canada Overhauls Job Classification System with NOC 2021, Impacting Immigration Programs in 2022
Maple News reports that Canada is set to revamp its occupational classification framework by introducing the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 in fall 2022, marking the most significant update to the system in over a decade. This change could affect eligibility for several immigration and temporary foreign worker programs, though […]
Prince Edward Island Conducts Second-Largest PNP Draw of 2021, Issuing 204 Invitations
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island held one of its largest immigration draws of the year on October 21, inviting a total of 204 candidates through the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). The majority of the invitations—195 in total—were issued to candidates in the Express Entry […]
Who You Can Sponsor for Canadian Immigration: Beyond Spouses and Parents
Canada continues to prioritize family reunification, admitting over 100,000 newcomers annually under the family class immigration stream. While most of these immigrants arrive through the Spouses, Partners, and Children category, and a significant portion through the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), there are additional, lesser-known pathways that allow Canadian citizens […]
Ontario Issues 546 Invitations to Skilled Workers and Graduates in Latest PNP Draws
Maple News reports that on October 20, Ontario conducted new targeted draws through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), issuing a total of 546 invitations to apply for permanent residence to candidates from three distinct immigration streams. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) selected candidates from its Expression of Interest (EOI) […]
Saskatchewan PNP Offers Permanent Residency Pathway Without a Job Offer
Maple News reports that international applicants seeking to immigrate to Canada may be eligible to apply for permanent residency in Saskatchewan—even without a job offer—through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). Canada’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) is designed to support regional immigration goals, helping provinces and territories attract talent that […]
How U.S. Residents Can Immigrate to Canada: A Complete Guide to Work, Study, and Permanent Residency Pathways
Maple News reports that U.S. residents interested in immigrating to Canada have a growing number of structured immigration pathways, each tailored to meet different goals—whether it’s building a career, studying, or joining family members. As Canada continues to prioritize skilled talents and family reunification, understanding the right immigration channel is […]
Prince Edward Island Issues 143 Immigration Invitations in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the Province of Prince Edward Island (PEI) held its scheduled Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on September 16, inviting 143 immigration candidates to apply for provincial nomination. The majority of invitations—129 out of 143—were extended to candidates under the Express Entry and Labour Impact categories. These […]
British Columbia Invites 85 Tech Professionals in Latest BC PNP Tech Draw
Maple News reports that the province of British Columbia has issued 85 new immigration invitations through the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Tech stream. The draw, held on October 19, targets skilled tech talent ready to contribute to the province’s growing innovation economy. The selected candidates were invited under […]