Maple News reports that British Columbia has invited 506 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination through its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, held on March 16. The invitations were issued under two key streams of the BC PNP: Skills Immigration and Express Entry BC (EEBC). These streams […]
Alberta Invites 200 Express Entry Candidates with CRS Score as Low as 301
Maple News reports that Alberta held a new Express Entry-linked draw under the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) on March 2, inviting 200 candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence. Notably, the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this draw was just 301, one of […]
Canada Invites 671 Express Entry Candidates Through PNP Stream
Maple News reports that on March 8, Canada issued 671 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence through the Express Entry system, exclusively targeting candidates nominated through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To qualify, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 739. While this may appear high, […]
Saskatchewan Issues 248 Invitations Through PNP Draw Targeting Skilled Workers
Maple News reports that the province of Saskatchewan invited 248 skilled workers to apply for a provincial nomination on March 11 under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). The invitations were extended through the SINP’s International Skilled Worker category, continuing the province’s commitment to attracting international talent to meet labor […]
Saskatchewan Issues 541 Invitations in Latest Provincial Nominee Draw
Maple News reports that the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) issued 541 invitations to immigration candidates in its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on February 11, 2021. Of the total invitations, 344 were extended through the Express Entry sub-category, while the remaining 197 went to candidates under the […]
Saskatchewan Invites 299 Express Entry Candidates in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has invited 299 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residency. The draw, held on February 25, targeted candidates under the International Skilled Worker category, specifically through the SINP’s Express Entry sub-stream. To qualify for […]
Canada Immigration Rebounds with 25,000 New Arrivals in January 2021
Maple News reports that Canada’s immigration numbers are gaining momentum again, with January 2021 welcoming approximately 24,665 new permanent residents. This marks the highest monthly total since February 2020 and reflects a return to pre-pandemic levels, when Canada typically admitted between 25,000 and 35,000 newcomers each month. The surge comes […]
British Columbia Invites 95 Tech Workers in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the province of British Columbia invited 95 skilled tech professionals to apply for permanent residency through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) on March 9. This draw was part of the BC Tech Pilot—a fast-track immigration stream designed to attract highly sought-after technology workers and international graduates. […]
British Columbia Issues 444 New Invitations in Latest PNP Draws
Maple News reports that on March 2, the province of British Columbia extended 444 invitations to immigration candidates through two separate draws under its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). The invitations targeted applicants across the Skills Immigration (SI) and Express Entry BC (EEBC) streams, including sub-categories such as Skilled Worker, […]
Canada Grants Work Permit and Quarantine Exemptions for Select Essential Foreign Workers
Maple News reports that Canada is expanding exemptions for certain foreign workers engaged in critical services, allowing them to work in the country without a traditional work permit or undergoing mandatory quarantine on arrival. According to updated government guidance, foreign nationals coming to Canada to support essential infrastructure may be […]
Ontario Invites 126 French-Speaking Candidates in Latest Provincial Draw
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted a new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on March 3, targeting French-speaking Express Entry candidates. A total of 126 invitations were issued under the French-Speaking Skilled Worker (FSSW) stream. Eligible candidates required a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score between […]
Canada’s Growing Welcome for Tech Talent: Immigration Paths and Work Programs Explained
Canada continues to position itself as a global hub for innovation and technology, and one key to this strategy is its expanding range of immigration and work permit options for highly-skilled tech professionals. From federal Express Entry programs to tailored provincial nominee initiatives and expedited work permits, Canada is actively […]
Manitoba Issues 207 Invitations in Latest PNP Draw, Including Express Entry Candidates
Maple News reports that the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held its fourth immigration draw of 2024 on February 26, inviting a total of 207 candidates to apply for a provincial nomination toward permanent residency in Canada. The invitations, known as Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs), were issued through […]
Alberta Invites 159 Express Entry Candidates in Latest PNP Draw with Lowest CRS Score of 352
Maple News reports that Alberta has released the results of its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, held on February 16. In this round, the province extended invitations to 159 candidates through the Alberta Express Entry stream, requiring a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 352. All invited candidates […]
Ontario Targets Skilled Workers in Express Entry Draw with 754 Invitations Across Key Occupations
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 754 invitations on March 2 to Express Entry candidates with professional backgrounds in select high-demand occupations. These candidates had Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores ranging from 463 to 467 and were targeted through Ontario’s Express Entry Human Capital Priorities […]
Canada’s Booming Video Game Industry Offers Fast-Track Work Permit Routes
Maple News reports that Canada’s video game industry has made a strong comeback following pandemic-related shutdowns, positioning itself as an attractive destination for skilled international talent. Alongside film and television production, which also rebounded swiftly in 2021, the gaming sector is now one of the country’s creative powerhouses experiencing high […]