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Canada Extends Time for Temporary Residents Stay
Due to the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic, Canada has announced an extension of the time temporary residents are allowed to stay in the country. Normally, visitors and study or work permit holders in Canada have up to 90 days after their temporary immigration status expires to apply to IRCC to reinstate it. The IRCC […]
Common-Law Couple Separated at Border Due to Lack of Proof
When immigrating to Canada with your common-law partner, there are necessary requirements and proof that you must show to successfully cross the border together. Unfortunately, for some couples especially during these unpredictable times, lack of common-law partner proof has separated them. Canadian-American couple Stephen and Cathy were separated at the border in June 2020 because […]
Self-Employed Options for Canadian Immigration
Being self-employed as a business owner or freelancer is very popular for many individuals. Many choose this route to avoid working for corporate companies and managing their own salary. Although there is not a specific visa for self-employed individuals who wish to immigrate to Canada, there are programs available. Foreign nationals looking to immigrate to […]
Express Entry 155
July 8, 2020
Total Invitations Issued: 3900
Lowest Qualifying Score: 478
Express Entry Draw July 8, 2020 #155 – CRS Score
Express Entry Draw July 08, 2020 #155 The latest invitation for Express Entry Draw took place on July 8, 2020, which was the 155th Express Entry Draw. The draw offered 3,900 ITA to those with a cut-off score of 478. This draw was specifically towards candidates who qualify for candidates from the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal […]
Latest British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Draws 2025
The last draw for BCPNP took place on April 15, 2025. This draw offered a total of 5 invitations were issued to Entrepreneur Immigration with a minimum score of 115. The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) regularly searches the IRCC’s Express Entry pool to find candidates who may meet the criteria of one of British Columbia’s Express […]
Canada Resumes Online Visa Application Processing
The IRCC has announced that beginning on July 1st, Canada will resume processing all online applications for visitor visas, transit visas and electronic travel authorizations (eTAs). Canada’s travel restrictions still apply, so many people will not be able to travel to Canada at this time. Resuming processing of these visas is an effort to be […]
Express Entry 154
June 25, 2020
Total Invitations Issued: 3508
Lowest Qualifying Score: 431
Express Entry Draw June 25, 2020 #154 – CRS Score
Express Entry Draw June 25, 2020 #154 The invitation for Express Entry Draw took place on June 25, 2020, which was the 154th Express Entry Draw. The draw offered 3,508 ITA to those with a cut-off score of 431. This draw was specifically towards candidates who qualify for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Candidates who have been invited […]
Express Entry 153
June 24, 2020
Total Invitations Issued: 392
Lowest Qualifying Score: 696
Express Entry Draw June 24, 2020 #153 – CRS Score
Express Entry Draw June 24, 2020 #153 The latest round of invitation for Express Entry Draw took place on June 24, 2020, which was the 152nd Express Entry Draw. The draw offered 392 ITA to those with a cut-off score of 696. This draw was specifically towards candidates who qualify for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Candidates who […]
Will Canada Change Immigration Processing in 2020?
July 1 Update: The IRCC resumes processing for all online applications for visitor visas, transit visas and electronic travel authorizations (eTAs). Immigration to Canada changed dramatically in March when borders everywhere closed down to stop the spread of COVID-19. Though some already have permission to enter Canada (temporary foreign workers and students), thousands of others, including refugees, remain abroad, still waiting […]
Meet Cris, Here To Find Out Your Express Entry Points!
Individuals who are seeking permanent residency in Canada are recommended to enter into the Express Entry pool as it is one of the easiest ways to immigrate to Canada. Express Entry is an electronic immigration system that offers express entry to Canada for skilled and qualified immigrants that are eligible to fill Canadian jobs. There […]
Express Entry 152
June 11, 2020
Total Invitations Issued: 3559
Lowest Qualifying Score: 437
Express Entry Draw June 11, 2020 #152 – CRS Score
Express Entry Draw June 11, 2020 #152 The invitation for Express Entry Draw took place on June 11, 2020, which was the 152nd Express Entry Draw. The draw offered 3,559 ITA to those with a cut-off score of 437. This draw was specifically towards candidates who qualify for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Candidates who have been invited […]
Express Entry 151
June 10, 2020
Total Invitations Issued: 341
Lowest Qualifying Score: 748
Express Entry Draw June 10, 2020 #151 – CRS Score
Express Entry Draw June 10, 2020 #151 The invitation for Express Entry Draw took place on June 10, 2020, which was the 151st Express Entry Draw. The draw offered 341 ITA to those with a cut-off score of 743. This draw was specifically towards candidates who qualify for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Candidates who have been invited […]
Latest Updates on Coronavirus Impact on Canadian Immigration
Note: This page is constantly being updated. Please visit regularly for the most recent information. If you are looking for the most recent Canadian travel restrictions and updates, click here! You can also read VisaPlace’s statement on operating during the pandemic. As of November 2022, there are no COVID-related travel restrictions when traveling to or from Canada. […]
PNP and CEC Invite Thousands Monthly for Canada PR
Canada has been limited to allowing certain foreigners into the country due to the COVID-19 pandemic but Canada is still finding ways to invite thousands every month to become Permanent Residents. There are two programs that have been actively inviting immigrants in Canada to become Permanent Residents: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and Canadian Experience Class […]
Express Entry 150
May 28, 2020
Total Invitations Issued: 3515
Lowest Qualifying Score: 440
Express Entry Draw May 28, 2020 #150 – CRS Score
Express Entry Draw May 28, 2020 #150 The invitation for Express Entry Draw took place on May 28, 2020, which was the 150th Express Entry Draw. The draw offered 3,515 ITA to those with a cut-off score of 440. This draw was specifically towards candidates who qualify for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Candidates who have been invited […]