Maple News reports that Ontario conducted a new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on June 16, issuing invitations to 940 candidates through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The draw targeted foreign workers and international students who submitted profiles to Ontario’s recently launched Expression of Interest (EOI) system—designed to streamline […]
Canada Conducts Largest-Ever Express Entry PNP Draw, Invites 940 Candidates
Maple News reports that Canada has held its largest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-only Express Entry draw to date, inviting 940 candidates to apply for permanent residency on June 9. This marks a significant leap from the previous PNP draw, which invited 500 candidates. All candidates selected under this draw had […]
Canada Holds Massive CEC-Focused Express Entry Draw with Historic CRS Low
Maple News reports that on June 10, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted another major Express Entry draw, inviting 6,000 candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) program. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) was 368 — one of the […]
British Columbia Issues 72 Tech Invitations Under Newly Permanent BC PNP Tech Program
Maple News reports that on June 15, British Columbia invited 72 tech professionals to apply for a provincial nomination through the BC PNP Tech stream—a specialized immigration pathway designed for in-demand tech talent. These invitations were issued under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), with eligible candidates drawn […]
BC PNP Tech: A Fast-Track Gateway to Permanent Residency for Tech Talent
Maple News reports that international tech professionals aiming to settle in British Columbia have a streamlined immigration pathway through the BC PNP Tech program — a dedicated stream under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) designed to fast-track skilled tech workers to permanent residency in Canada. Previously a […]
Canada’s Film and TV Industry Surges Amid Ongoing Pandemic Recovery
Maple News reports that Canada’s film and television sector is experiencing a significant resurgence, even amid pandemic-related challenges. Since reopening in the summer of 2020, the industry has not only bounced back but is now experiencing a surge in productions from coast to coast. In Ontario alone, 87 major film […]
Alberta Invites 191 Express Entry Candidates with Minimum CRS Score of 300
Maple News reports that the province of Alberta conducted a new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on June 5, issuing invitations to 191 Express Entry candidates. Candidates were selected through the Alberta Express Entry Stream, a pathway allowing the province to nominate individuals with skills to support local labor market […]
Manitoba Issues 142 Provincial Nomination Invitations in June 7 PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Manitoba has invited 142 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination through its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on June 7, 2024. The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) offers a vital path to permanent residency for skilled workers and international graduates aiming to […]
Canada Now Allows Visitors with Job Offers to Apply for Work Permits Without Leaving the Country
Maple News reports that international visitors currently in Canada can now apply for an employer-specific work permit without the need to leave the country, thanks to a significant update from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The new policy came into effect on August 24 and is expected to make […]
Visitors in Canada Can Now Apply for Work Permits Without Leaving the Country
Maple News reports that international visitors currently in Canada with a valid job offer are now eligible to apply for a work permit without having to exit and re-enter the country — a significant shift in immigration policy that took effect on August 24. Under the new temporary measure announced […]
October Marks a Defining Month for Canada’s Immigration Future
Maple News reports that October will be a pivotal month for Canada’s immigration landscape, as two significant developments are expected to influence policy and planning for years to come. First, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is set to release its 2024–2026 Immigration Levels Plan by November 1, as mandated […]
Canada Doubles Down on Immigration Ambitions Despite Pandemic Disruptions
Maple News reports that while 2020 saw unprecedented challenges for global mobility due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada remains firmly committed to its long-term immigration goals—even amid ongoing restrictions. Before the pandemic hit in March 2020, Canada was on track to welcome another high intake of immigrants, having brought in […]
Federal Court Affirms Mixed-Orientation Relationships Under Canadian Immigration Law
Maple News reports on a landmark Canadian immigration case that is reshaping traditional definitions of family, partnership, and sexual identity within Canada’s legal framework. In A.P. v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2020 FC 906, the Federal Court of Canada overturned a prior decision that denied the legitimacy of a mixed-orientation […]
Temporary Residents in Canada Can Apply to Extend Stay Due to Travel Challenges
Maple News reports that foreign nationals currently in Canada under temporary resident status may be eligible to extend their stay, especially if they are unable to leave the country due to restricted international travel. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has detailed the process for applying for an extension and […]
Canada Extends Policy Allowing Visitors to Apply for Work Permits Without Leaving the Country
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended a temporary public policy that allows foreign nationals already in Canada on visitor status to apply for an employer-specific work permit without needing to leave the country. Originally introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic in August 2020, the measure […]
Canada Eases Entry Rules for Amateur Athletes Competing in International Events
Maple News reports that Canada has introduced special exemptions for high-performance amateur athletes and their support staff, allowing them to enter the country despite ongoing COVID-19 travel restrictions. This tailored policy is part of Canada’s effort to support international sporting events while maintaining public health safeguards. Under this exemption, foreign […]