Maple News reports that Canada’s post-pandemic economic recovery must prioritize immigration policy and newcomer support, as immigrants, international students, and temporary foreign workers have been among the most financially impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. According to a survey conducted by World Education Services (WES) in June, substantial portions of Canada’s […]
Canada’s Job Market Rebounds with 246,000 New Positions in August, Boosting Immigrant Employment
Maple News reports that Canada’s labor market continued its steady rebound in August, adding 246,000 new jobs as the economy recovers from the massive losses tied to the COVID-19 pandemic. Following the lockdowns introduced in March, approximately three million jobs were lost across the country. However, with the gradual lifting […]
B.C. Invites Over 430 Skilled Workers and Entrepreneurs in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has invited more than 430 candidates to apply for provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residency in a new draw conducted on September 1. The invitations were issued across multiple streams, including the Express Entry BC (EEBC), Skills Immigration […]
British Columbia Invites Over 430 Candidates in Latest Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has issued over 430 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence. The invitations were sent out during the latest draw conducted on September 1, 2021. The draw targeted candidates from multiple streams, including Express […]
Manitoba Issues 213 Provincial Nomination Invitations in Latest Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that on August 28, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held a new immigration draw, extending 213 invitations to candidates across key streams aimed at attracting skilled international talent and recent graduates. The invitations, formally known as Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs), were issued through three […]
Manitoba Issues 213 Invitations to Immigration Candidates in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the Government of Manitoba has invited 213 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination in its most recent draw held on August 28. This draw is part of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), which targets skilled workers and international graduates seeking to settle in […]
Ontario Invites 21 Entrepreneurs in Latest Provincial Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has issued 21 invitations through its Entrepreneur Stream in a draw held on August 26. This round considered candidates who submitted Expressions of Interest (EOIs) between November 22, 2019, and August 21, 2020. Selected candidates had EOI scores ranging from […]
Ontario Extends Invitations to 21 Entrepreneurs in Latest Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that Ontario has issued 21 invitations to apply under its Entrepreneur Stream as part of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The draw was held on August 26, and it targeted candidates who had submitted their Expressions of Interest (EOIs) between November 22, 2019, and August 21, […]
Saskatchewan Issues 570 Invitations Through Occupations In-Demand Stream
Maple News reports that on August 27, Saskatchewan issued 570 invitations to apply for provincial nomination under its Occupations In-Demand sub-category of the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). This marks the latest effort by the province to attract skilled workers who can contribute to its economy and meet labor market […]
Saskatchewan Invites 570 Skilled Workers in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Saskatchewan has issued 570 invitations to skilled workers as part of its latest immigration draw held on August 27. The invitations were extended under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), specifically through the International Skilled Worker – Occupations In-Demand subcategory, which targets candidates without a job […]
B.C. Invites 72 Tech Professionals in Latest PNP Draw to Meet Industry Needs
Maple News reports that on August 25, British Columbia extended 72 invitations to apply for provincial nomination through its Tech Pilot under the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). These invitations were issued to skilled foreign tech workers and international graduates in response to growing demand in the province’s rapidly […]
British Columbia Invites 72 Tech Professionals in Latest Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that British Columbia has issued 72 invitations to skilled tech professionals and international graduates in its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on August 25. This initiative continues through the province’s Tech Pilot program, aimed at addressing labor shortages in British Columbia’s booming technology sector. The […]
Canada Expands Flexibility for International Students and Post-Graduation Work Permits
Maple News reports that Canada has unveiled new policy adjustments to better support international students pursuing education amid ongoing global disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. These latest measures, announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), provide added flexibility to international students who began or are starting their Canadian […]
Canada Expands Flexibility for International Students Pursuing Online Studies
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has unveiled three new measures offering greater flexibility to international students impacted by COVID-19-related travel restrictions and campus closures. The changes specifically relate to the eligibility criteria for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), a vital pathway for many students aiming […]
Ontario Issues 703 Invitations to Express Entry Candidates in High-Demand Occupations
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 703 invitations to Express Entry candidates on August 26, targeting those with work experience in selected high-demand occupations. This draw was conducted under the Human Capital Priorities Stream, which aligns with the federal Express Entry system. Eligible candidates required […]
Ontario Targets High-Demand Occupations in New Express Entry Draw, Invites 703 Candidates
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 703 invitations to Express Entry candidates on August 26 as part of its Human Capital Priorities Stream. The latest targeted draw focused on candidates with work experience in specific high-demand occupations, ranging from healthcare to finance and marketing. Selected […]