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 […]
Prince Edward Island Conducts Record-Setting PNP Draw in August
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island (PEI) held its largest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw to date on August 20, marking a milestone in the province’s immigration efforts. A total of 305 invitations were issued, including candidates from the Express Entry, Labour Impact, and Business Impact streams. This historic […]
Prince Edward Island Conducts Record-Breaking PNP Draw in August
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island (PEI) has conducted its largest-ever Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, issuing a record 305 invitations in a single round on August 20. This marks a significant increase compared to an earlier draw in the same month, where only eight candidates received invitations. According […]
Pandemic Job Disruptions Hit New Immigrants in Canada the Hardest
Maple News reports that recent immigrants to Canada have been disproportionately affected by job losses resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the economic crisis in early 2020 hit the entire Canadian labor force, the impact on newcomers—particularly those who arrived within the last 10 years—was significantly higher. Between March and […]
Recent Immigrants in Canada Faced the Harshest Job Losses During COVID-19 Downturn
Maple News reports that new immigrants to Canada were among the hardest hit by job losses during the initial wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although restrictions and economic slowdown affected workers nationwide, the impact was significantly more severe for those who had arrived in the country within the past decade. […]
U.S. Students Face Hurdles Entering Canada for School Amid Ongoing Border Restrictions
Maple News reports that families in the United States looking to send their children to school in Canada are facing continued challenges due to extended border restrictions and prolonged processing times for student permits. The Canadian government has extended travel restrictions for U.S. travelers until at least September 21, weeks […]
U.S. Students Face Travel and Permit Hurdles Heading Back to School in Canada
Maple News reports that American families planning to send their children to school in Canada this fall are navigating a particularly complex landscape due to ongoing border restrictions and processing delays. As per the latest updates, Canada has extended its COVID-19-related travel restrictions on U.S. travelers until at least September […]
PNP and CEC Immigrants Lead in Canadian Employment Outcomes, Study Reveals
Maple News reports that immigrants who gain permanent residence through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) enjoy stronger employment outcomes in Canada compared to those who arrive via the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) or the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP). This insight comes from newly […]
PNP and CEC Immigrants See Stronger Success in Canada’s Labour Market, Study Finds
Maple News reports that immigrants who become permanent residents through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) tend to achieve better outcomes in Canada’s labour market compared to those who enter via the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) or the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP). This […]