Maple News reports that Alberta has issued 200 invitations to Express Entry candidates through its Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) on November 9. This draw required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 343, marking a notable increase from the program’s typical threshold of 300. The Alberta Express Entry […]
British Columbia Issues 357 Invitations in Latest Provincial Nominee Draws
Maple News reports that the province of British Columbia extended 357 invitations to immigration candidates through two separate draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) on November 23. The invitations were sent to individuals registered under the Skills Immigration (SI) and Express Entry BC (EEBC) streams. Within […]
How to Sponsor Your Spouse from Pakistan for Canadian Permanent Residence
Maple News reports that Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouse or common-law partner from Pakistan for permanent residence under Canada’s Family Class immigration program — a pathway built to reunite loved ones and strengthen family ties. As part of its commitment to family reunification, Canada welcomes approximately […]
Newfoundland and Labrador Issues First Invitations Under New Priority Skills Stream
Maple News reports that Newfoundland and Labrador has officially released the results of its first three draws under the newly launched Priority Skills Newfoundland and Labrador stream, a fresh initiative designed to attract highly skilled and educated professionals to the province. According to figures shared by the province, a total […]
Manitoba Invites 428 Candidates in Latest Provincial Nominee Draw
Maple News reports that Manitoba has issued 428 invitations to immigration candidates in a fresh round of provincial nominations held on November 18. This draw is part of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), which aims to meet the province’s labour market and economic development needs. The invitations were spread […]
Prince Edward Island Issues 188 Invitations in Latest Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island (PEI) conducted its scheduled Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on November 18, extending invitations to 188 immigration candidates seeking provincial nomination. According to details from the latest draw, the majority of invitations—172—were issued under the Express Entry and Labour Impact categories. Meanwhile, 16 […]
$10-a-Day Child Care Could Be a Game Changer for Canadian Immigrant Families
Maple News reports that Canada’s ambitious plan to introduce $10-per-day child care could significantly transform the economic and social integration of immigrant families across the country. Launched in April 2021 by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the federal initiative aims to reduce the average cost of daycare to $10 per day […]
Saskatchewan Holds Largest PNP Draw of 2023, Invites 633 Skilled Workers
Maple News reports that the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) conducted its largest draw of the year on November 18, issuing a total of 633 invitations to prospective immigrants. This marks a significant resurgence in provincial nominee activity following a nearly two-month pause in draws. The invitations were extended through […]
Nova Scotia Expands Immigration Pathways for Food Service and Essential Workers
Nova Scotia has broadened its provincial immigration program to welcome newcomers working in key essential roles, including several within the food service and hospitality industries. According to Maple News, the province has updated its Occupations in Demand stream to include more job categories, offering a clear pathway for foreign workers […]
British Columbia Issues 87 Tech Invitations Through Latest BC PNP Draw
Maple News reports that British Columbia has issued 87 new invitations to tech professionals through its BC PNP Tech stream on November 16, reaffirming the province’s commitment to attracting high-demand international talent in its booming technology sector. The invitations were sent under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), […]
Canada Eases Rules for Bridging Open Work Permit Applicants
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its regulations to make the Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) more accessible for those awaiting permanent residency. This work permit allows eligible temporary foreign workers to remain in Canada and work while their permanent residence application is being […]
How to Maximize Your Express Entry Score with a Valid Canadian Job Offer
Maple News reports that candidates in Canada’s Express Entry immigration system can significantly boost their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores—and improve their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence—by securing a valid job offer from a Canadian employer. Depending on the nature of the job, applicants […]
Canada Issues 775 Provincial Nominee Invitations in Express Entry Draw with Rarely Low CRS Score
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 […]