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Canadian immigration has updated the eligibility requirements for Spousal Open Work Permits (SOWP). Effective March 19, 2024, spouses of international students can only get an SOWP if their partner is enrolled in a master’s or doctoral degree program at a university or polytechnic institution. Previously, spouses of students in undergraduate and college programs were also […]

This program lets skilled workers, healthcare professionals, recent graduates, and international post-graduates apply. It even has an option to align with Canada’s federal Express Entry system. Requirements for BCPNP Skills Immigration All Skills Immigration applicants, regardless of category, must meet these general requirements (unless stated otherwise): Job Offer: Full-time, permanent job offer (except International Post-Graduates […]

Canada Express Entry Draw March 13, 2024 #289 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on March 13th, 2024, which was the 289th Express Entry Draw. This was a transport occupations draw. The draw offered: 975 ITA 430 cut-off score (CRS minimum) Transport Occupations This is the second Express Entry draw of March 2024. Canada is […]

British Columbia’s immigration program, BC PNP, has a special section called BC PNP Tech. This helps them find skilled workers for their growing tech industry. It started in 2017 as a test to see if it would work, and it did so well they kept it going for good in 2021. By bringing in more […]

Canada Express Entry Draw March 12, 2024 #288 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on March 12th, 2024, which was the 288th Express Entry Draw. This was an all programs draw. The draw offered: 2,850 ITA 525 cut-off score (CRS minimum) All programs/General This is the first Express Entry draw of March 2024. Canada is […]

The Saskatchewan government has halted its Hard-to-Fill Skills Pilot Program aimed at addressing shortages in certain skilled positions. This decision has prompted Saskatoon residents to prepare to leave the country, along with others in similar situations. The pilot program, launched in December 2021, targeted intermediate and low-skilled workers in high-demand jobs. It allowed workers who […]

Canada Express Entry Draw February 29, 2024 #287 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on February 29th, 2024, which was the 287th Express Entry Draw. This was a French language proficiency draw. The draw offered: 2,500 ITA 336 cut-off score (CRS minimum) French language proficiency This is the sixth Express Entry draw of February 2024. […]

The Self Employed Farmer stream in Alberta was created to help foreign immigrants buy or start their own farms in Canada. Learn more about the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Programs. What Are the Requirements for AINP Self-Employed Farmer Stream? To be eligible for this stream, you need to meet these basic requirements: Demonstrate farm management skills […]

Canada is reintroducing some visa requirements for Mexican visitors, according to an official. This comes as Quebec’s premier has been asking the federal government to manage the flow of refugees, which he says is stretching resources. The new rules, set to start on Thursday, won’t completely revert to pre-2016 rules. The immigration minister is expected […]

The Rural Renewal Stream helps rural Alberta communities attract and keep newcomers. This approach is community-focused, supporting local economic needs and helping communities grow. It enables rural areas to bring in and keep foreign nationals for living, working, and settling. Communities and employers can: Independently recruit foreign workers. If nominated, these workers may be able […]

Canada Express Entry Draw February 28, 2024 #286 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on February 28th, 2024, which was the 286th Express Entry Draw. This was an all programs draw. The draw offered: 1,470 ITA 534 cut-off score (CRS minimum) General Draw (All Programs) This is the fifth Express Entry draw of February 2024. […]

Beginning March 1, 2024, foreign nationals who have established themselves in Alberta and work for a tourist or hospitality business can apply to the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) through the new Tourist and Hospitality Stream. What Is the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program? The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program is the province’s economic immigration program designed […]

Canada Express Entry Draw February 16, 2024 #285 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on February 16th, 2024, which was the 285th Express Entry Draw. This was an agriculture and agri-food draw. The draw offered: 150 ITA 437 cut-off score (CRS minimum) Agriculture and agri-food occupations This is the fourth Express Entry draw of February […]

In this article, we discuss: What Is the PTE Core Test The 2 Types of PTE How to Prepare for the PTE Core Test How Much Does the PTE Core Cost? Do I Need to Take the PTE Core for Canadian Immigration? On January 30th, 2024, the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Core test will […]

Canada Express Entry Draw February 14, 2024 #284 The latest Express Entry Draw took place on February 14th, 2024, which was the 284th Express Entry Draw. This was a healthcare occupations draw. The draw offered: 3,500 ITA 422 cut-off score (CRS minimum) Healthcare Occupations Draw This is the third Express Entry draw of February 2024. Canada […]