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New Work Opportunities for Canadian and Italian Youth
On November 14, 2022, the Canadian government announced a new Youth Mobility Agreement with Italy to expand employment opportunities for Canadian and Italian youth. This agreement allows Canadian and Italian youth to apply for international work and travel opportunities through the International Experience Canada Program. Participants must be between the ages of 18 and 35 […]
New Brunswick Launches Immigration Pilot for Critical Workers
On November 7, 2022, the New Brunswick Provincial Government announced a brand new immigration pilot project: the New Brunswick Critical Worker Pilot (NBCWP). The pilot (a joint federal-provincial project) aims to alleviate critical worker shortages in New Brunswick. The pilot is unique in that it will not only offer economic immigration to the province, but […]
Options for H1-B Workers Affected by a Layoff
An unexpected layoff can cause panic in anyone’s life, but when an H-1B worker loses their job, it can be especially daunting. This is because they must leave the country unless they find a new job or change their immigration status within 60 days. H-1B visa holders may stay in the United States for up to […]
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Express Entry 236 November 23, 2022 Total Invitations Issued: 4750 Lowest Qualifying Score: 491 Express Entry Draw November 23, 2022 #236 – Latest CRS Score
Canada Express Entry Draw November 23, 2022 #236 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on November 23rd, 2022, which was the 236th Express Entry Draw. This draw was not specified toward a certain program (all programs). The draw offered: 4,750 ITA 491 cut off score (CRS) All Programs This is the second Express Entry draw […]
Express Entry 235 November 9, 2022 Total Invitations Issued: 4750 Lowest Qualifying Score: 494 Express Entry Draw November 9, 2022 #235 – CRS Score
Canada Express Entry Draw November 9, 2022 #235 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on November 9th, 2022, which was the 235th Express Entry Draw. This draw was not specified toward a certain program (all programs). The draw offered: 4,750 ITA 494 cut off score (CRS) All Programs This is the first Express Entry draw […]
Canada Plans to Welcome 500,000 Immigrants by 2025
Canada has announced plans to significantly increase the number of immigrants entering the country, with a goal of 500,000 arriving each year by 2025 in order to address a critical labor shortage. On Tuesday, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser unveiled the new plan. It prioritizes admitting more permanent residents with needed work skills and experience while […]
Express Entry 234 October 26, 2022 Total Invitations Issued: 4750 Lowest Qualifying Score: 496 Express Entry Draw October 26, 2022 #234 – CRS Score
Canada Express Entry Draw October 26, 2022 #234 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on October 26th, 2022, which was the 234th Express Entry Draw. This draw was not specified toward a certain program (all programs). The draw offered: 4,750 ITA 496 cut off score (CRS) All Programs This is the second Express Entry draw […]
H-2B Visa Mid-Year Cap Update: FY2023
The H-2B visa program for seasonal workers has invited thousands of temporary workers to the United States each year since 1952 and continues to this day! The H-2B visa was created to help fill short-term labor shortages in the US within specific non-agricultural occupations during busy seasons. A few occupations you could see being qualified […]
Canada Parent and Grandparents Program Update
On October 11, 2022, The IRCC announced the Parent and Grandparents Program (PGP) – 2022 application process. The IRCC said they will send Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 23,100 potential sponsors this year. Family reunification is essential in attracting, sustaining, and integrating immigrants who make a contribution to our country’s success. Canada has a very […]
Express Entry 233 October 12, 2022 Total Invitations Issued: 4250 Lowest Qualifying Score: 500 Express Entry Draw October 12, 2022 #233 – CRS Score
Canada Express Entry Draw October 12, 2022 #233 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on October 12th, 2022, which was the 233rd Express Entry Draw. This draw was not specified toward a certain program (all programs). The draw offered 4,250 ITA to those with a cut-off score of 500. This is the first Express Entry […]
Canada Lifts Work Hour Limit for International Students Due to Labour Shortages
According to the country’s immigration minister, international students studying in Canada are now able to qualify to work more hours off campus as the country continues to face labor shortages. Sean Fraser, speaking at a news conference in Ottawa on Friday, said that beginning Nov. 15, a prior limit of 20 hours per week that […]
Canada Makes Changes to Vaccine Requirements and ArriveCan App Optional
Beginning October 1st, Canada’s federal government intends to eliminate the COVID-19 vaccination requirement for people entering Canada, the same day it will end random testing of travelers and make the ArriveCan app optional. The air and travel industries have been lobbying the government to ease international travel restrictions, claiming that they deter visitors and are out of […]
Express Entry 232 September 28, 2022 Total Invitations Issued: 3750 Lowest Qualifying Score: 504 Express Entry Draw September 28, 2022 #232 – CRS Score
Canada Express Entry Draw September 28, 2022 #232 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on September 28th, 2022, which was the 232 Express Entry Draw. This draw was not specified toward a certain program (all programs). The draw offered 3,750 ITA to those with a cut-off score of 504. This is the second Express Entry […]
Canada Permanent Resident Applications Going Completely Digital
IRCC began shifting to fully digital applications for most permanent residence applications on September 23, 2022, due to processing backlogs in the immigration system. The IRCC has also announced it will most likely be exempting applicants who are already in Canada from a required medical examination. If specific requirements are met, this will apply to candidates […]
Canada Makes It Easier for Healthcare Professionals to Work
Canada has announced a $1.5 million investment to assist foreign-trained health care workers in obtaining credential recognition. The funding, announced on Monday by Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to Immigration Minister Sean Fraser, will assist professionals educated abroad in filling key positions in Canada’s health-care system in provinces other than Quebec. What Does This New Project […]
