Maple News reports that on September 24, Saskatchewan held a new round of invitations under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), extending 535 invitations to skilled immigration candidates. These expressions of interest (EOIs) were issued through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), targeting qualified candidates in its Express Entry and Occupations […]
Saskatchewan Issues Over 1,000 Invitations in Recent PNP Draws
Maple News reports that Saskatchewan has released the results of two recent rounds of invitations under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), targeting candidates through both the Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand streams. The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) held draws on October 7 and October 21, 2020. These rounds reflect […]
Canada Boosts Express Entry Points for French-Speaking and Bilingual Candidates
Maple News reports that Canada has increased the number of points awarded to French-speaking and bilingual applicants under its Express Entry immigration system. The latest policy update, announced by Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino, is aimed at strengthening Francophone communities outside Quebec and supporting Canada’s long-term economic growth. French-speaking candidates will […]
Canada Confirms Employers Must Pay Foreign Workers Even Without a SIN
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has reaffirmed that Canadian employers are required to pay foreign workers even if they do not yet have a Social Insurance Number (SIN). While workers must apply for their SIN within three days of beginning employment, they can legally start […]
Ontario Invites 21 Entrepreneur Candidates in Latest Business Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has issued 21 invitations to entrepreneur candidates through its Entrepreneur Stream as part of a draw conducted on October 26. Candidates selected had Expression of Interest (EOI) scores ranging from 142 to 200. This marks Ontario’s fifth entrepreneur draw of […]
Canada Urged to Maintain Strong Immigration Targets Despite Pandemic Challenges
Maple News reports that Canada is preparing to unveil a pivotal update to its Immigration Levels Plan, a move expected to define the country’s long-term economic path amid global uncertainty. By Friday, Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino will announce the targets for how many newcomers Canada aims to welcome in 2021. […]
Nova Scotia Targets Tech Talent in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Nova Scotia has issued new invitations to apply for provincial nomination through its Labour Market Priorities Stream, targeting skilled tech professionals. The invitations, which were sent out on October 22, focused on Express Entry candidates whose primary occupation is classified under NOC 2174 – computer programmers […]
Canada Reopens Doors to New International Students with Approved Safety Plans
Maple News reports that, as of October 20, Canadian educational institutions with approved COVID-19 readiness plans are once again allowed to accept new international students — regardless of when their study permit was issued. This marks a significant shift in policy, following months of travel restrictions that had prevented most […]
British Columbia Issues 100 New Invitations in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that British Columbia has issued 100 new invitations to immigration candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) on October 20. The draw included streams targeting skilled immigrants, recent international graduates, and entrepreneurs seeking to establish businesses in the province. Of the total invitations, 80 were distributed […]
Canada on Track to Break 100,000 Express Entry Invitations in 2020 Despite Pandemic Challenges
According to Maple News, Canada is on pace to surpass 100,000 Express Entry invitations in 2020 — an outcome that seemed highly unlikely at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This unexpected surge underscores Canada’s sustained commitment to welcoming skilled immigrants even amid global uncertainty. The Express Entry system, managed […]
Ontario Holds Targeted Tech Draw, Invites 772 Express Entry Candidates
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted a new Tech Draw on October 15, inviting 772 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination. This draw is part of Ontario’s ongoing effort to attract skilled tech professionals who have the potential to contribute to the […]
Express Entry Immigrants Achieve Strong Employment Outcomes in Canada, Study Finds
Maple News reports that immigrants arriving in Canada through the Express Entry system between 2015 and 2018 experienced notably strong performance in the labour market, according to a newly released evaluation by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The study highlights that nearly all Express Entry immigrants – 95% – […]
Canada Holds Historic Express Entry Draw, Invites 4,500 to Apply for Permanent Residence
Maple News reports that Canada has matched its largest-ever Express Entry draw, inviting 4,500 immigration candidates to apply for permanent residence. This significant draw required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 471, tying with the previous draw held on September 30. The Express Entry system is Canada’s primary […]
Why More Americans Are Choosing Canada: 5 Key Reasons Behind the Northern Shift
Maple News reports a significant uptick in the number of U.S. citizens and residents choosing to make Canada their new home. Each year, over 10,000 individuals from the United States transition north via Canada’s Express Entry system—a streamlined immigration pathway for skilled workers. In fact, Americans now represent the second-largest […]
British Columbia Invites 417 Candidates in Latest Provincial Nominee Draw
Maple News reports that on October 14, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) extended 417 invitations for provincial nomination as part of its commitment to supporting the province’s economic recovery and labor market needs. Invitations were issued through both the Express Entry BC (EEBC) and Skills Immigration streams, […]
4 CUSMA Pathways: How U.S. and Mexican Nationals Can Move to Canada Without an LMIA
Maple News reports that citizens of the United States and Mexico have unique opportunities to live and work in Canada with fewer immigration hurdles, thanks to the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). Formerly known as NAFTA, CUSMA enables eligible applicants to bypass the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process, streamlining entry […]