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 […]
How Canadians Can Sponsor a Spouse from Hong Kong for Immigration
Maple News reports that Canadians looking to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner from Hong Kong have clear pathways under Canada’s family reunification program, but must meet certain eligibility requirements before applying. To qualify as a sponsor, you must be at least 18 years old and either a Canadian citizen, […]
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 […]
Canada Expands Fast-Track Student Visa Program to Seven More Countries
Maple News reports that Canada has broadened its Student Direct Stream (SDS) program to include seven additional countries in a move aimed at accelerating study permit processing for international students. The newly added countries are Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Antigua and Barbuda, Costa Rica, Trinidad and Tobago, and Saint Vincent and […]
Ontario Tightens Application Rules for Provincial Nominee Program
Maple News reports that Ontario has issued updated guidelines for applicants under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), focusing on improving application completeness and reducing processing delays. The province now requires candidates to submit complete applications, warning that any missing documentation may result in applications being returned. These stricter standards […]
Canada Invites 627 Provincial Nominee Candidates Through Express Entry With High Cutoff Score
Maple News reports that on July 7, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 627 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under the Express Entry system. This draw specifically targeted candidates who had received a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) nomination. To be eligible for this round, applicants needed a […]
Canada Invites 4,500 Canadian Experience Class Candidates in Latest Express Entry Round
Maple News reports that on July 8, 2021, Canada issued 4,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence through a new round of Express Entry draws, exclusively targeting candidates in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 369, marking a slight increase from […]
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 […]
Canada Invites 6,000 Canadian Experience Class Candidates in Latest Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that on June 24, 2021, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a new Express Entry draw, issuing 6,000 invitations to candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cutoff score was 357 — marking the second-lowest cut-off in the history of CEC-only […]
Canada Updates Express Entry Settlement Funds Requirement for 2021
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released updated settlement fund requirements for Express Entry candidates under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). These changes directly affect candidates who do not currently have a valid job offer in Canada and […]
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 […]
Rising Pathway: More International Students Becoming Canadian Permanent Residents
Maple News reports a growing trend of international students not only choosing Canada as their study destination but also transitioning into long-term residents. This migration pathway is increasingly shaping Canada’s demographic and labour landscape. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the number of study permit holders surged from […]
Alberta Holds New PNP Draw with Steady CRS Cutoff, Invites 184 Express Entry Candidates
Maple News reports that Alberta has conducted a new round of invitations under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), targeting Express Entry candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores of 300 or higher. The draw took place on June 16 and resulted in 184 invitations through the Alberta Express Entry Stream. […]
Canada Invites 1,002 Newcomers in Latest Express Entry PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Canada has issued 1,002 invitations to apply for permanent residence in its latest Express Entry draw targeting Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. The draw, held on June 23, showcased a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cutoff score of 742—significantly higher than average due to the automatic 600-point […]