Maple News reports that Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) played a central role in addressing the country’s evolving immigration needs in 2021, particularly as the nation adapted to economic shifts brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Designed to empower provinces and territories to shape their own immigration strategies, the PNPs […]
Canada Launches 2022 With First Express Entry Draw, Prioritizing PNP Candidates
Maple News reports that Canada has kicked off 2022 with its first Express Entry draw, extending invitations to 392 candidates to apply for permanent residence. The January 5 draw was exclusively focused on candidates nominated through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To qualify for this draw, candidates needed a minimum […]
British Columbia Invites 102 Tech Professionals Through Latest BC PNP Tech Draw
Maple News reports that the province of British Columbia issued 102 immigration invitations under its BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Tech stream on January 4, 2024. The initiative continues to support the province’s fast-growing technology sector by providing a dedicated immigration pathway for skilled foreign tech workers and recent […]
Alberta Invites 150 Express Entry Candidates in Latest PNP Draw With Higher CRS Cutoff
Maple News reports that on December 14, 2021, Alberta issued invitations to 150 Express Entry candidates under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), marking an increase from its previous draw. This invitation round saw a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 351 — slightly higher than Alberta’s typical cutoffs, which […]
Alberta Issues 100 Invitations in Targeted Draw with Highest CRS Cut-off Since February
Maple News reports that on November 24, Alberta carried out a focused Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, inviting 100 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination. This draw, while modest in size, stands out for having one of the highest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score thresholds of the […]
Top Pathways to Immigrate to Canada in 2022: What You Need to Know
Maple News reports that for individuals seeking permanent residency in Canada in 2022, there are several well-established immigration routes to consider. Among the most notable are Express Entry, the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), Quebec’s independent selection process, and family sponsorship. These pathways offer different opportunities depending on one’s qualifications, work […]
Canada’s Provinces Issue Over 3,000 Invitations in December PNP Draws
Maple News reports that Canadian provinces continued to engage actively in attracting skilled immigrants through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), issuing over 3,000 invitations to apply for provincial nomination in December 2021 alone. PNPs are immigration pathways that enable provinces and territories—excluding Quebec and Nunavut—to nominate individuals who align with […]
How UAE Residents Can Build a Path to Canadian Permanent Residency
Maple News reports that residents of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) interested in immigrating to Canada have multiple routes to explore, including economic immigration, family sponsorship, work permits, and study programs—all eventually leading to the goal of permanent residence, and potentially, Canadian citizenship. Canada offers over 100 immigration pathways, but […]
Manitoba Concludes 2023 With 393 Invitations in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Manitoba has issued 393 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its final Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of 2023, held on December 30. The draw targeted candidates across three streams under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), signaling the province’s ongoing commitment to welcoming skilled international talent. […]
Inside Canada’s Record-Breaking Immigration Push of 2021
Maple News reports that 2021 marked a historic year for Canadian immigration, shaped by the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and an ambitious goal set by the federal government: admitting 401,000 new permanent residents. The Department of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) was tasked with this challenge in […]
Canada Extends Medical Exam Waiver for In-Canada Immigration Applicants
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended its temporary medical exam exemption policy for certain immigration applicants already inside Canada. Initially introduced in June, the policy was due to expire on December 28, 2021, but has now been continued until March 31, 2022. This renewed […]
Canada Issues 746 Invitations in Latest PNP-Focused Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that on December 22, Canada invited 746 candidates from the Express Entry pool to apply for permanent residency, continuing its focus on Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-only draws. These candidates had previously secured provincial nominations, which added 600 points to their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores. As a […]
British Columbia Issues 243 Invitations in Final 2023 Provincial Nominee Draw
Maple News reports that British Columbia issued 243 invitations to immigration candidates on December 21 through its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), marking one of the final draws of 2023. The latest draw was held across two main streams: Skills Immigration (SI) and Express Entry BC (EEBC). Candidates were selected […]
Understanding Maintained Status: How to Legally Stay in Canada After Your Permit Expires
Maple News reports that temporary residents in Canada can continue to stay legally in the country even after their initial visa or permit expires—under a provision known as ‘maintained status.’ This policy, governed by Section 181 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR), allows individuals to remain in Canada […]
Canada Hits Historic High with Over 912,000 Job Vacancies in Q3 2021
Maple News reports that Canada marked a record-breaking 912,600 job vacancies in the third quarter of 2021, according to Statistics Canada. This unprecedented figure reflects a sharp rebound in economic activity as pandemic-related restrictions were lifted and consumer demand surged. Compared to Q3 2019, job openings increased by 62.1%, with […]
Saskatchewan Opens International Healthcare Worker Talent Pool to Recruit Global Professionals
Maple News reports that Saskatchewan has launched a new International Healthcare Worker Expression of Interest (EOI) Pool, aiming to connect skilled global healthcare professionals with job opportunities in the province. This new initiative falls under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) and reflects Saskatchewan’s ongoing effort to address labor shortages […]