Maple News reports that Quebec has updated its immigration plan for 2021, aiming to welcome between 44,500 and 47,500 new immigrants. These targets were revealed in the province’s 2021 Immigration Plan, issued by Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration on October 29. This announcement aligns with the federal government’s upcoming multi-year plan, […]
Canada Boosts Express Entry Points for French-Speaking and Bilingual Applicants
Maple News reports that Canada is enhancing its Express Entry immigration system to offer more points to French-speaking and bilingual candidates. The measure is designed to promote greater immigration from Francophone communities outside Quebec, as part of a broader strategy to support the country’s linguistic diversity and economic growth. Under […]
British Columbia Issues 354 Invitations in Latest Provincial Nominee Program Draw
Maple News reports that British Columbia conducted its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on October 27, 2020, issuing a total of 354 invitations to immigration candidates. The invitations were extended through the Express Entry BC (EEBC) and Skills Immigration streams, which continue to attract a range of skilled professionals […]
Saskatchewan Issues 535 Invitations for Permanent Residence in Latest PNP Draw
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 […]