In a bid to enhance the caregiver programs in Canada, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has initiated a comprehensive survey targeting caregivers enrolled in the Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker Pilots. The survey, running from March 8 to March 22, 2024, aims to gather insights and...

Saskatchewan continues its proactive approach to welcoming skilled immigrants, with the Latest SINP Draw held on March 7, 2024, under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). In this round, 35 skilled candidates were invited to apply for a provincial nomination, marking another milestone in the province's efforts to attract top...

Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has extended its warm welcome to skilled workers overseas through its recent draw, #212, held on March 8, 2024. This draw, which primarily targeted the Skilled Worker Overseas (SWO) stream, witnessed the issuance of 104 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs), including 20 invitations to...

On March 7, 2024, the Government of Prince Edward Island announced the changes to international student study permits. PEI post-secondary institutions will now issue a provincial attestation letter (PAL) for inclusion in federal applications to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).  The PAL system, managing 2,000 new student study permit...

On March 7, 2024, Ontario conducted the Latest OINP Draw under the highly sought-after Human Capital Priorities Stream. This draw saw a significant invitation of 2,104 skilled healthcare professionals, reflecting Ontario's commitment to bolstering its healthcare workforce. The Human Capital Priorities Stream is a key pathway for skilled workers looking...

On March 6, 2024, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced new Canada immigration pilots for rural and Francophone minority communities. These include the Rural Community Immigration Pilot and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot, launching in the fall of 2024. The rural pilot aims to address labor shortages in smaller communities, offering...

In its ongoing efforts to bolster its healthcare sector and welcome skilled professionals, Alberta has made significant strides through its Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The recent updates on March 4, 2024, shed light on the AAIP Streams inventory and invitations, notably spotlighting the inclusion of dedicated healthcare pathways. Overview...

The latest invitation draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) on March 5, 2024, up to 160 skilled candidates received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across various sectors including healthcare, childcare, construction, and veterinary care occupations. Details of the Latest Invitation Draws in BC PNP On March 5, 2024,...

As of March 1, 2024, IRCC has updated guidelines for application processing under the Canada PR pathway for Colombian, Haitian, and Venezuelan nationals. This public policy aims to provide a regular immigration pathway as an alternative to irregular migration.  It will assist specific Colombian, Haitian, and Venezuelan nationals with family...

On February 23, 2024, IRCC announced a new family-oriented humanitarian pathway for Sudanese and non-Sudanese nationals living in Sudan when the conflict began on April 15, 2023. This pathway aims to facilitate their permanent reunion with family in Canada and will start accepting applications on February 27, 2024.  The new...