Maple News reports that on November 10, 2021, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 775 candidates to apply for permanent residence through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-specific Express Entry draw. All selected candidates had previously secured a provincial nomination, which automatically adds 600 points to their Comprehensive Ranking System […]
Alberta Invites 248 Express Entry Candidates with Minimum CRS of 300
Maple News reports that Alberta has released the results of its latest Express Entry-linked draw, extending 248 invitations to candidates on October 26. Applicants with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores as low as 300 were considered in this round—the sixth consecutive draw to maintain this minimum score threshold. The nominations […]
British Columbia Issues 340 Provincial Invitations in Latest Immigration Draws
Maple News reports that British Columbia has invited 340 skilled immigration candidates in two new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws held on November 9, 2021. These invitations were extended through the BC PNP’s Skills Immigration (SI) and Express Entry BC (EEBC) streams, which continue to be instrumental in the province’s […]
IRCC Remains Silent on When FSWP Invitations Will Resume
Maple News reports that with just two months left in the year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has yet to confirm when it will resume issuing Express Entry invitations to Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) candidates. The uncertainty persists despite growing interest from international applicants hoping to secure permanent […]
Canada Makes History with Record-Breaking Express Entry Draw, Inviting Over 27,000 Candidates
Maple News reports that Canada held its largest-ever Express Entry draw on Saturday, February 13, issuing a staggering 27,332 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. All invitations were extended to candidates from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) stream, and notably, the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was […]
Manitoba Issues 421 Provincial Nominee Invitations in Latest Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held a new immigration draw on November 1, issuing a total of 421 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to candidates from three key immigration streams. The latest draw included invitations under the following categories: 350 for the Skilled Workers […]
Move to Alberta Without a Job Offer: How the Provincial Nominee Program Opens Doors
Maple News reports that immigrants aiming to settle in Canada—specifically in Alberta—now have a promising pathway even without a job offer, thanks to the Alberta Express Entry Stream under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). While Canada’s federal Express Entry system is the most common route for skilled immigrants, it operates […]
Quebec Expands Access to Foreign Workers to Address Critical Labour Shortage
Maple News reports that Quebec is making significant updates to its Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), aiming to combat acute labour shortages and ease the hiring process for employers across key sectors. The provincial government has added over 30 new occupations to its facilitated processing list, streamlining the recruitment of […]
Quebec Expands Program to Attract More Temporary Foreign Workers Amid Labour Shortages
Maple News reports that the Government of Quebec has announced a major expansion of its pathway for hiring temporary foreign workers, aiming to ease critical labour shortages affecting multiple sectors across the province. As of November 2, Quebec introduced over 30 new job titles eligible for streamlined processing under the […]
Canada’s TR to PR Immigration Pathway Officially Closing on November 5
Maple News reports that Canada’s Temporary Residence to Permanent Residence (TR to PR) immigration pathway is officially set to close on November 5, as confirmed by the Government of Canada. No extensions will be granted, and new applications will not be accepted after the deadline. Those who have already submitted […]
British Columbia Invites 77 Skilled Tech Workers in Latest BC PNP Draw
Maple News reports that on November 2, British Columbia issued 77 invitations to skilled technology professionals through the BC PNP Tech stream, part of the province’s wider Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). This initiative helps address local labor shortages by attracting international talent in high-demand tech roles. To receive an […]
How Medical Inadmissibility Can Affect Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Applications
Maple News reports that applicants to Canada’s Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP) may encounter challenges if their medical conditions render them inadmissible under Canadian immigration law. When sponsoring parents or grandparents for permanent residence, applicants must consider health-related admissibility criteria as a key part of the process. In general, foreign […]
Canada’s Provincial Nominee Program Continues to Drive Immigration Growth in October 2021
Maple News reports that Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) remain a cornerstone of the country’s immigration system, playing a crucial role in addressing regional labor market needs. In October 2021, PNP activity was particularly robust, highlighting the importance of these programs in shaping Canada’s economic immigration landscape. Since their inception […]
What to Do After Your Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Expires in Canada
Maple News reports that international graduates in Canada often face a crossroads when their Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) expires. Although the PGWP is a one-time, non-renewable work permit valid for up to three years—depending on the length of your study program—multiple immigration pathways are available to extend your stay and […]
Canada Issues 888 Invitations in Major Provincial Nominee Express Entry Draw
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 […]