Maple News reports that international students will be permitted to enter Canada beginning October 20, provided they are enrolled at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) that has a COVID-19 readiness plan approved by the relevant provincial or territorial government. In collaboration with health and education authorities across Canada, the federal […]
Canada Now Mailing Work and Study Permits to Foreign Nationals Within Country
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a new policy allowing approved foreign nationals already in Canada to receive their work or study permits by mail. This change aims to assist those who have received Letters of Introduction (LOIs) but are unable to travel to […]
Canada’s TV and Film Industry Sees Strong Comeback Amid Pandemic Challenges
Maple News reports that Canada’s television and film production sector is witnessing a healthy revival after an extended period of disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. As global restrictions ease and safety protocols strengthen, production activity is ramping up across multiple provinces, reaffirming Canada’s reputation as a key destination for […]
Quebec Conducts Largest Immigration Draw in Over a Year, Invites 365 Candidates
Maple News reports that Quebec has held its most substantial immigration draw in over a year, inviting 365 candidates to apply for permanent selection on September 24. The draw was conducted through the province’s Arrima portal, which manages applications under the Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP). The Ministry of Immigration, […]
Rise in U.S. Skilled Workers Moving to Canada Amid Shifting Political Climate
Maple News reports a significant uptick in skilled professionals relocating from the United States to Canada — a trend that has gained momentum in recent years and appears to be influenced, in part, by political factors. According to immigration experts and emerging data, more American-based skilled workers — including tech […]
Ontario Closes Masters Graduate PNP Stream Hours After Opening Due to Overwhelming Demand
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Masters Graduate stream reached its application cap and was closed within hours of opening on September 29. The popular pathway for international graduates from Ontario universities gained immediate and intense interest, with 1,215 registrations submitted before the province shut down […]
British Columbia Holds Record-Breaking Immigration Draw, Invites 450 Skilled Candidates
Maple News reports that British Columbia conducted its largest immigration draw of 2020 on September 29, issuing a total of 450 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). This draw surpassed the 430 invitations issued earlier in the month on September […]
Canada Approves 56,000 Study Permits as Government Plans to Welcome International Students Safely
Maple News reports that Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino has announced that Canada has already approved 56,000 study permits under the first stage of its new international student application process. This milestone offers a strong signal to students around the world that Canada remains committed to welcoming them, even amid ongoing […]
Manitoba Issues 189 Invitations in Latest Provincial Nominee Draw
Maple News reports that the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has issued 189 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) in its latest invitation round, reinforcing the province’s commitment to attracting skilled talent and international graduates to contribute to its growing economy. The invitations were issued across three MPNP streams: Skilled […]
Ontario Plans Overhaul of Immigration Intake with New Expression of Interest System
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) is preparing a significant shift in how it selects prospective immigrants. If implemented, the proposed changes would replace the current first-come, first-served application process with a smarter, more strategic Expression of Interest (EOI) system. Currently, several OINP streams suffer from […]
Canada Issues 4,200 Express Entry Invitations in Largest Draw Since Pandemic Began
Maple News reports that the Government of Canada has issued 4,200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence to candidates in the Express Entry system, in a draw held on September 2. This marks the largest all-program draw since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and signals Canada’s continued commitment […]
British Columbia Invites 74 Tech Workers in Latest Provincial Nominee Draw
Maple News reports that on September 22, British Columbia extended invitations to 74 skilled tech professionals through its latest BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Tech Pilot draw. The draw targeted candidates registered under the Express Entry BC and Skills Immigration streams, continuing the province’s ongoing commitment to growing its […]
Prince Edward Island Sets New Record with 345 Immigration Invitations in Latest Draw
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island has set a new milestone in its immigration efforts by issuing 345 invitations to economic immigration candidates in its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on September 17. This marks the highest number of invitations extended by the Prince Edward Island Provincial […]
Canada Confirms Eligibility Rules for In-Country Work Permit Applications
Maple News reports that Canada has released further details outlining who can benefit from a new temporary immigration policy allowing certain temporary residents to apply for employer-specific work permits without leaving the country. Announced last month, the policy enables foreign nationals holding valid temporary resident status—specifically visitors—to submit their work […]
Saskatchewan Targets Tech Talent with 621 Invitations in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that on September 15, 2023, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) issued 621 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence. This round emphasized attracting tech professionals under Saskatchewan’s International Skilled Worker category through both the Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand sub-categories. All candidates […]
How Employment Services Are Guiding Newcomers Toward Success in the Canadian Job Market
Maple News reports that while immigration remains a cornerstone of Canada’s economic recovery and population growth strategy, many newcomers continue to face hurdles when entering the labor market. Despite demand for skilled workers, obstacles such as non-recognition of foreign credentials, language barriers, cultural differences, and underlying hiring biases can delay […]