Maple News reports that on March 17, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 183 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system—specifically targeting candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This marked the second consecutive round dedicated exclusively to PNP candidates. To receive an invitation in this round, […]
Ontario Prioritizes Tech Talent and Skilled Trades in 2020 Immigration Nominations
Maple News reports that Ontario continued to push forward with its immigration strategy in 2020, nominating a substantial number of skilled professionals through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) despite the global challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. A total of 8,054 principal applicants were nominated by the province last […]
Prince Edward Island Invites 150 Candidates in March 18 PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island has released the results of its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, held on March 18, 2024. A total of 150 candidates received invitations to apply for permanent residence through the PEI PNP, reinforcing the province’s commitment to addressing labour market needs through […]
One Year Later: How COVID-19 Reshaped Canadian Immigration
Maple News reports that it’s been exactly one year since Canada closed its borders on March 18, 2020, in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic—a move that triggered sweeping and lasting changes to the country’s immigration system. Just days prior, Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino had announced ambitious plans to increase […]
UK Nationals Lose CETA Work Permit Privileges in Canada After 2020
British citizens will no longer be covered under the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) after December 31, 2020, Maple News reports. This change comes as a direct result of the United Kingdom’s formal exit from the European Union and its evolving international trade relationships. Until the end […]
Canadian Universities Prepare for Post-Pandemic Campus Reopenings in Fall 2021
Maple News reports that Canadian universities are moving forward with plans to resume in-person classes for the Fall 2021 semester, as vaccination efforts accelerate and public health guidance becomes more optimistic. With the Canadian government promising that most Canadians will be vaccinated by the end of September, many institutions are […]
British Columbia Issues 506 Invitations in Latest Provincial Nominee Draw
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 […]