BALANCE YOUR STUDIES AND WORK! INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN CANADA CAN WORK-OFF CAMPUS FOR UP TO 24 HOURS WEEKLY.
As of November 15, international students in Canada now have the opportunity to work up to 24 hours per week off-campus during their studies. This exciting update was confirmed by Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), bringing more flexibility and opportunity for students to gain valuable work experience while pursuing their […]
INDUSTRIES WHERE WORK PERMIT HOLDERS STAY THE LONGEST AFTER BECOMING PERMANENT RESIDENTS.
According to the new statistics Canada report, healthcare and social assistance sectors have the highest retention rates for temporary foreign workers (TEWs) who gain permanent residency. The study revealed significant variation in retention rates across different sectors, showing how many TEWs continue working in the same field after obtaining PR. Which industries retained the most […]
WORK PERMIT PATHWAYS FOR GRADUATES NO LONGER ELIGIBLE FOR PGWPs: OPTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
For graduates with expiring PGWPs or those who will soon be ineligible for post-graduation work permits, there are alternative pathways available to maintain legal work status in Canada. Recent and upcoming graduates can explore various options to continue working legally in the country. International graduates who have recently completed their studies can explore a variety […]
ONTARIO CLOSES ITS ENTREPRENEUR STREAM, WHILE BRITISH COLOUMBIA INCREASES PNP NOMINATIONS
Ontario officially closed its Entrepreneur Stream on November 4, following a pause in applications since December 2023. On November 5 and 6, British Columbia held draws through its Provincial Nominee Program, selecting both entrepreneurs and skilled workers for immigration to the province. Provincial Immigration Updates: November 1-8 Ontario The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has […]
DREAM OF PEMANENT RESIDENCY? MANITOBA’S NEW PILOT PATHWAY CAN MAKE IT A REALITY!
On November 15, the Manitoba government announced the West Central Immigration Initiative, a three-year pilot program to address labour shortages in the rural west-central region. This initiative is a collaborative effort involving seven rural municipalities and Gambler First Nation. The program aims to attract skilled workers to fill critical workforce gaps, drive economic growth, and […]
IRCC INVITES PNP CANDIDATES IN THE LATEST DRAW
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has invited 174 candidates to apply in the latest Express Entry draw, exclusively for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To qualify, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 816. Express Entry draws have occurred for two consecutive weeks. Last week, 1,933 ITAs were issued to candidates […]
HERE ARE FIVE ESSENTIAL INSIGHTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS REGARDING CANADA’S IMMIGRATION PLAN FOR 2025-2027
HERE ARE FIVE ESSENTIAL INSIGHTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS REGARDING CANADA’S IMMIGRATION PLAN FOR 2025-2027 On October 24, Canada announced its Immigration Levels Plan for 2025-2027, which, for the first time, includes specific targets for temporary residents like international students. Each year, Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan sets goals for how many permanent residents will be welcomed. […]
IRCC ISSUED 648 ITAS IN THE LATEST PNP-ONLY EXPRESS ENTRY DRAW
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently issued 648 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a draw exclusively for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To qualify, applicants needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 791. Today’s draw was the second PNP-only event this month, following one on October 7 that invited 1,613 candidates with […]
ESDC HAS UPDATED THE WAGE CRITERIA FOR THE HIGH-WAGE STREAM OF THE TEMPORARY FOREIGN WORKER PROGRAM
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has announced exciting updates to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), notably increasing the minimum hourly wage requirements for the high-wage stream. Starting November 8, applicants in this stream will need to earn at least 20% above the median wage for their position based on their work location to […]
INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW WORKER STREAMS EXPRESSION OF INTREST
Starting September 30, 2024, candidates must submit a Worker Expression of Interest (EOI). This is for the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) worker streams. Submit your EOI to receive an invitation to apply. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your immigration journey! You can submit a Worker EOI without any charge. Candidates will provide their […]
