Canadian Center For Immigration Services https://www.cscimmigration.com/feeds/news.xml Process applications for all types of Canadian temporary and permanent visa classes such as visitor visa, student visa, work permit, skilled worker immigration, business immigration, investor and entrepreneur class, self employed class, family and marriage sponsorship en-us Copyright (c) 2026 Canadian Center For Immigration Services https://www.cscimmigration.com/feeds/news.xml Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:56:18 +0400 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:56:18 +0400 https://www.cscimmigration.com/images/logos/logo2.png?v=b https://www.cscimmigration.com/feeds/news.xml https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/283/Canada-launches-new-process-to-welcome-skilled-newcomers-with-work-experience-in-priority-jobs-as-permanent-residents.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 283 Wed, 31 May 2023 00:00:00 +0400
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today announced the first-ever launch of category-based selection for Canada's flagship economic immigration management system, Express Entry. Category-based selection will allow Canada to issue invitations to apply to prospective permanent residents with specific skills, training or language ability. Further details on the timing of invitations for individual categories and how to apply will be announced in the comin]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/274/10-key-facts-international-students-should-know-about-Canada%E2%80%99s-Post-Graduation-Work-Permit.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 274 Fri, 12 May 2023 00:00:00 +0400
PGWP has a role in gaining Canadian work experienceA major benefit of the PGWP is that is enables international students to gain professional work experience in Canada. This work experience is important when PGWP holders go on to apply for Canadian immigration. Many of Canada's over 100 different immigration pathways reward candidates who have studied and/or worked in Canada. Usually, a PGWP holder will need one year of professional work experience in a National Occupational Classification (NOC)]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/273/Ontario%2C-British-Columbia%2C-New-Brunswick%2C-and-Alberta-issue-invitations-through-provincial-immigration-programs%2E.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 273 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0400
Five provinces have issued invitations in the most recent round of draws through provincial immigration programs. Most provinces invite candidates through Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These programs allow provincial governments to select economic immigration candidates who are the most likely to integrate easily into the provincial economy and contribute to the labour force.These provinces are allocated a specific number of invitations they can use to target newcomers. For 2023, the immig]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/271/IRCC-approves-Pearson-Test-of-English-for-Canadian-immigration-applications.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 271 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0400
Beginning in “late 2023”, the Pearson Test of English (PTE) will join CELPIP and IELTS General Training as one of three designated language tests that skilled workers will be able to complete to demonstrate their English language proficiency to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).The approval of PTE means there are now five total language tests available to skilled worker candidates—in addition to the three aforementioned English language tests, the TEF Canada and TCF Canada are ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/284/Canada%E2%80%99s-2023-2025-Immigration-Levels-Plan%3A-500%2C000%2B-permanent-residents-per-year-by-2025.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 284 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0400
Canada has released its 2023-2025 Immigration Levels Plan and has set its targets high to grow the economy. The goal is to exponentially increase the number of immigrants, and welcome 465,000 permanent residents in the year 2023, 485,000 in 2024, and 500,000 in 2025. The plan also focuses on filling labour shortages in key sectors and increasing regional immigration. Last year, the country welcomed more than 405,000 newcomers – the most we've ever welcomed in a single year. Sean Fraser, Minister]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/270/Canada-held-its-fourth-all-program-Express-Entry-draw%21.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 270 Wed, 17 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0400
Canada has issued 2,250 invitations to apply (ITA) for permanent residency in the latest Express Entry draw held on August 17.The all-program draw was for candidates in the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class. The minimum comprehensive ranking system (CRS) score was 525. This is lower than the cut off score of 533 in the previous draw. The current cut-off score is 33 points lower than the July 6 draw, which was 557.All-program draws resumed July 6 this year after being ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/269/Canada-temporarily-making-distance-learning-eligible-for-Express-Entry-points.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 269 Thu, 28 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0400
Public health restrictions over the past two years have forced students out of the classroom and onto the internet. Now, Canada is relaxing rules for Express Entry candidates who studied online during the pandemic.Normally, online education was not counted for Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points if more than 50% of the program was completed through distance learning. But thanks to a new Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) update, Express Entry candidates will now be eligib]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/268/How-can-I-work-in-Canada-without-an-LMIA%3F.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 268 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0400
The purpose of a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is to make sure that the hiring of a foreign worker will have a positive or neutral effect on the Canadian labour force. Work permits that require an LMIA fall under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).Canada allows some foreign workers to come work in Canada without an LMIA. These workers fall under the International Mobility Program (IMP). The IMP's purpose is to promote Canada's economic, social and cultural interests. Many of th]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/267/Canada-holds-first-all-program-Express-Entry-draw-since-2020.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 267 Wed, 06 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0400
Canada resumed all-program Express Entry draws on July 6 and is now issuing invitations to apply to Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) candidates and Canadian Experience Class candidates.Canada's first all-program Express Entry draw since December 2020 has issued 1,500 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. Candidates needed a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 557 to be invited in the July 6 invitation round.Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada has temp]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/266/Immigrate-to-Canada-without-a-job-offer%3A-Ontario-PNP.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 266 Mon, 18 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0400
Unlike many other countries in the world, Canada provides opportunities for foreigners to immigrate without first landing a job offer.Because the Canadian immigration system is highly versatile and dynamic, there are several immigration avenues available to those who have not yet found a job that would help them immigrate to Canada.While the most common and coveted immigration route in Canada is known as the Express Entry system, there is an equally promising route called the Provincial Nominee ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/272/New-Brunswick-Launches-Program-To-Retain-International-Students.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 272 Thu, 02 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0400
New Brunswick has unveiled a new immigration pilot project for international students who graduate from four private career colleges in the province.Starting April 1, 2022, international students who graduate from the Atlantic Business College, Eastern College, McKenzie College, or Oulton College and who have studied in one of 19 targeted occupations, will be able to apply to the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).The PNP allows Canadian provinces and territories to identify immigration candidates]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/265/Median-entry-wage-for-new-immigrants-seeing-a-steady-rise-in-2018.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 265 Thu, 04 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0400
The median entry wage for new immigrants admitted to Canada was the highest it had ever been in 2018, according to a Statistics Canada report released Feb. 1.Immigrants were seeing a steady rise in median entry wages, after the 2018 record smashed the previous top entry wages of 2017. Immigrants reported a median entry wage of $30,100 in 2018 after coming to Canada just one year before. The previous record was $26,500 in 2017 for immigrants who landed in 2016.Although the gap between immigrant a]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/264/Government-of-Canada-announces-plan-to-support-economic-recovery-through-immigration.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 264 Fri, 30 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0400
OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 30, 2020/CNW/ - The Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, tabled the 2021-2023 Immigration Levels Plan today, which sets out a path for responsible increases to immigration targets to help the Canadian economy recover from COVID-19, drive future growth and create jobs for middle class Canadians.  The pandemic has highlighted the contribution of immigrants to the well-being of our communities and across all sectors of the e]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/263/Canada-welcomed-over-19%2C000-immigrants-in-June.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 263 Mon, 10 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Canada welcomed nearly 19,200 new permanent residents in June 2020. This was revealed in new Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) data released today.Canada's June permanent resident (PR) intake was much stronger than the 11,000 newcomers welcomed by Canada in May and the 4,000 who gained PR in April. It was also Canada's highest level of immigration in a month since the coronavirus was officially labelled a pandemic in March.On the other hand, it is well short of the over 34,000 ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/261/B%2EC%2E-invites-62-immigration-candidates-with-tech-skills.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 261 Wed, 22 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0400
The province of British Columbia issued 62 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination to BC PNP Tech Pilot candidates on July 21.The BC PNP Tech Pilot is a fast-track immigration pathway for in-demand tech workers and international students.All Tech Pilot candidates invited by the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) are required to have a job offer that is at least one year (365 days) in duration in one of the pilot's 29 in-demand occupations.The July 21 draw saw invitatio]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/260/Express-Entry-Draw%3A-557-PNP-candidates-receive-ITAs.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 260 Wed, 22 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Canada invited 557 Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence on July 22, 2020.Canada has now invited 54,357 immigration candidates so far this year.Only candidates who had received a nomination from a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) were invited in the latest draw, which is why the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut off was 687. This is the lowest CRS requirement for a PNP-specific draw so far in 2020.All these candidates had previously received provincial nominations and we]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/259/Latest-B%2EC%2E-Tech-Pilot-draw-issues-57-invitations.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 259 Wed, 08 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0400
British Columbia held a new Tech Pilot draw on July 7 and issued 57 invitations.The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Tech Pilot was launched in 2017 to assist employers in attracting potential immigrants in the Information Technology (IT) sector and to facilitate the immigration process for foreign tech workers and international students.The BC PNP issues weekly Tech Pilot invitations to eligible candidates with a valid one-year job offer in one of the program's specified occ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/258/Canada-resumes-visitor-visa-and-eTA-processing-July-1.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 258 Tue, 30 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Canada is once again processing online applications for visitor visas and electronic travel authorizations as of July 1.Though travel restrictions still apply, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is resuming processing in an effort to be proactive on future processing times, according to a media release.IRCC also notes that due to current travel restrictions, most people will not be able to travel to Canada at this time. Travel exemptions are for family members who are staying fo]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/257/Canada-Visa-Application-Centres-now-open-in-these-countries.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 257 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0400
In recent weeks, more Visa Application Centres (VACs) around the world have been re-opening to provide services to those looking to come to Canada.VACs enable individuals to submit their biometrics as part of the requirements outlined by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).Individuals provide their fingerprints, photos, and pay a fee as part of the biometrics collection process. Canada obtains biometrics to make it easier and safer to travel into the country.Since March, VACs hav]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/256/Ontario-invites-24-immigrant-entrepreneurs-in-new-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 256 Fri, 26 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Ontario has issued 24 invitations to apply under the Entrepreneur Stream.The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held the draw on June 24. Candidates who received their Expressions of Interest (EOIs) scores between November 22, 2019 and June 19, 2020 were considered for this draw.Invitations were issued to candidates who had EOI scores between 134 and 200.This is the third draw of its kind in 2020, bringing the total number of entrepreneurs invited up to 70.Eligibility requirements for the ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/255/Express-Entry%3A-392-PNP-candidates-receive-ITAs.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 255 Wed, 24 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Canada held another round of Express Entry invitations on June 24, inviting candidates who had provincial nominations.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 392 invitations to candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores of 696 and above.All these candidates had previously received provincial nominations and were awarded an additional 600 points toward their overall score. This means without the provincial nomination the candidate would have had a CRS of 96.The C]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/254/Minimum-CRS-Falls-Again-As-Canada-Invites-3%2C559-In-New-Express-Entry-Draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 254 Thu, 11 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0400
The new Express Entry round issued 3,559 invitations to CEC candidates on June 11. The cut-off score of 437 is a decrease of three points from the previous CEC draw on May 28, which had a minimum score of 440 and was the lowest CRS requirement of 2020. That draw was also the largest CEC-specific Express Entry draw since May 1st, and the second-largest since Canada introduced special coronavirus measures in the middle of March.Today's draw was the second invitation round this week to issue Invit]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/252/British-Columbia-extends-Tech-Pilot-to-June-2020.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 252 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0400
British Columbia is extending the pilot program that fast-tracks the immigration process for certain tech workers, the province announced on June 4.The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Tech Pilot has been extended until June 2021. The pilot offers a pathway to permanent residence for foreign tech workers who have job offers in one of 29 eligible occupations in B.C.The job offer must be for a minimum of one year, and there must be at least 120 days remaining at the time of app]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/251/Canada-to-soon-hold-online-citizenship-ceremonies.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 251 Fri, 05 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Newcomers to Canada who were about to officially become Canadian citizens and whose ceremonies have been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic may soon be able to take the oath of citizenship virtually.In a statement sent to CBC News, Canada's federal government said it will start “to implement virtual citizenship ceremonies as quickly as possible.”The first online ceremonies will be available to those who “have a pressing need for Canadian citizenship” as well as those who had previously be]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/249/BC-PNP%3A-279-immigration-candidates-receive-invitations.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 249 Wed, 03 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0400
On June 2nd, British Columbia held its largest Provincial Nomination Program (PNP) draw round since late March.A total of 241 Skilled Worker and International Graduate candidates received invitations to apply under the province's Express Entry BC (EEBC) and Skills Immigration categories. The minimum required score for candidates varied by category.The cut-off score for Express Entry BC subcategories were: Skilled Worker: 105 International Graduate: 105Such candidates needed to have already]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/253/COVID-19%3A-Canada-visa-application-centre-reopens-in-Dubai-with-limited-services.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 253 Sun, 31 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Dubai: The Canada Visa Application Centre has resumed to offer limited visa services from Sunday, May 31.The visa centre will only complete the pending applications, according to a statement issued by the VFS Global, an international visa outsourcing company which houses the centre at Wafi Centre in Dubai.The centre will not accept any new visa application until further notice. The limited visa services being offered currently include accepting biometric collection from customers who have prior ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/250/Trudeau%3A-Canada-looking-to-ease-travel-for-families.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 250 Sun, 31 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has stated that Canada is exploring easing travel restrictions that currently prevent some individuals from crossing the U.S. border to enter Canada to reunite with their family.Trudeau made the remarks during his daily coronavirus briefing to the Canadian public on Friday May 29.The Canada-U.S. border was first closed to non-essential travel effective Saturday March 20th by mutual agreement as both countries sought to reduce the spread of COVID-19.The travel restri]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/248/Express-Entry%3A-Only-440-CRS-needed%3B-3%2C515-ITAs-issued.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 248 Thu, 28 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Canada's Express Entry cut-off scores continue to plummet, as a CRS of only 440 was needed to secure an ITA in today's draw. Today's Express Entry round issued 3,515 invitations to Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores of 440 or higher.Express Entry draw cut-offs continue to plummet as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invites a larger number of CEC-specific candidates. Today's draw was the largest CEC-specific Express]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/244/CRS-falls-to-300-in-latest-Alberta-PNP-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 244 Thu, 28 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Alberta has released the details of the Alberta Express Entry Stream draw held on May 13.The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) invited 191 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence.Candidates only needed a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 300 in order to receive a Notification of Interest (NOI) from Alberta.NOI recipients now have the chance to receive a provincial nomination from Alberta. Express Entry candidates who get nominated fr]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/243/Saskatchewan-PNP-draw-invites-252-candidates.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 243 Thu, 28 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Saskatchewan announces first PNP draw results since March 26, invites immigration candidates with work experience in 44 in-demand occupations.Saskatchewan's latest draw on May 28 issued invitations for 252 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence.The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) invited candidates from the International Skilled Worker category through two subcategories: Express Entry, and Occupations In-Demand.This is the first Express ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/247/Express-Entry%3A-385-PNP-candidates-receive-ITAs.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 247 Wed, 27 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Canada has just held a new Express Entry draw, inviting candidates who had previously received a provincial nomination.A total of 385 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to Express Entry candidates in the May 27 invitation round.Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in the Express Entry pool are awarded an additional 600 points on top of their original human capital score. This is why the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score requirement was 757 for this draw. Without the ad]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/246/B%2EC%2E-invites-133-immigration-candidates-in-new-PNP-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 246 Wed, 27 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
British Columbia invited 133 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence through its latest Tech Pilot draw on May 26.Invitations were issued to Skilled Worker and International Graduate candidates under the Express Entry BC (EEBC) and Skills Immigration categories. The minimum required score for candidates in both categories was 80.The May 26 draw saw the minimum score remain just as low as B.C.'s May 12 Tech Pilot draw. However, the newest draw saw 41 mo]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/245/Manitoba-issues-99-invitations-in-latest-PNP-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 245 Fri, 22 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
The province of Manitoba invited 99 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence on May 21.The invitations were issued through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) to candidates in the Skilled Workers in Manitoba, Skilled Workers Overseas and International Education streams.The invitations, also known as Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs), were distributed as follows: Skilled Workers in Manitoba: 72 Skilled Workers Overseas: 15 In]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/239/Canada-launches-Agri-Food-Immigration-Pilot.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 239 Fri, 15 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
The long-awaited Canadian immigration program will provide a pathway to permanent residence for workers in certain agri-food industries.Applications are now being accepted for the Agri-Food Immigration Pilot.The pilot is intended to address the labour needs of Canadian employers in the meat processing, mushroom and greenhouse production, and livestock-raising industries. Temporary visa holders who are already in Canada working in these fields will be able to apply for permanent residence under t]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/240/CRS-drops-to-322-in-new-Alberta-PNP-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 240 Thu, 14 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Express Entry candidates invited in Alberta's latest draw had Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores as low as 322.The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) recently released details of the latest provincial nominee program (PNP) draw. A total of 200 invitations, also known as Notifications of Interest (NOIs), were issued to Express Entry candidates on April 29.Recipients of the NOI now have the chance to apply for a provincial nomination. If the AINP approves their application, they will ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/241/Ontario-PNP-invites-703-Express-Entry-tech-candidates.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 241 Wed, 13 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
The latest OINP Tech Draw had the lowest CRS requirement since the first draw was held in July 2019, and dropped by 46 CRS points since last Tech DrawOntario invited 703 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence on May 13.The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued invitations to candidates who had work experience in one of the following six tech sector occupations: Computer and information systems managers NOC 0213 Computer engineers NOC]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/242/Canada-expedites-process-for-temporary-workers-to-start-new-jobs.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 242 Tue, 12 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
A new government policy is allowing temporary foreign workers, who already have a job offer in Canada, to start working while their application is being processed.The government says this will drastically reduce the time it takes for a temporary worker to start a new job from 10 weeks to 10 business days.The temporary change is part of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada's (IRCC) response to Canada's labour market needs during the coronavirus pandemic, according to a media release. Many]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/238/B%2EC%2E-issues-237-invitations-to-apply-for-provincial-nomination.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 238 Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Express Entry candidates, skilled and semi-skilled workers, as well as international student graduates were invited to apply in the BC PNP's latest invitation round.A total of 237 immigration candidates were invited to apply for a provincial nomination from British Columbia on May 7.The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) invited candidates in the Express Entry BC and Skills Immigration streams.Provincial score requirements varied depending on the subcategory.The two subcategori]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/236/International-students-determined-to-study-in-Canada-despite-coronavirus.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 236 Thu, 07 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Most aspiring international students in a recent survey say the coronavirus pandemic is not stopping them from pursuing their post-secondary education abroad.That being said, many would still prefer the face-to-face study experience over online learning, according to the survey conducted by international education specialists at IDP Connect, the B2B division of IDP Education.Some 69 per cent of the 6,900 international student applicants surveyed intend to commence their studies as planned. Only ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/237/Coronavirus%3A-Alberta-still-processing-immigration-applications.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 237 Mon, 04 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Applications for immigration to Alberta will continue to be accepted and processed, but the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) has introduced new temporary measures in response to the coronavirus pandemic.The AINP will now accept copies for all required documents, including copies of signatures on forms. The authenticity of signatures and other documents may need to be confirmed with a phone call or email.Applicants may be permitted to submit an incomplete application if they meet the foll]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/235/Important-announcements-affecting-study-in-Canada-and-applications-for-study-permits.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 235 Mon, 04 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Currently (as of May 3rd, 2020) the VFS office in Dubai remains closed for the purpose of biometrics collection for Canada. You can monitor developments here: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/can.As of May 3rd, 2020 only those students who had a study permit issued on or before March 18, 2020 are entitled to travel to Canada. We expect that to change. You can monitor developments here: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19/visitors-foreign-worker]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/234/CRS-score-drops-again-in-latest-Express-Entry-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 234 Fri, 01 May 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Today's program-specific draw is the eighth since the start of the coronavirus crisis. The Government of Canada has issued 3,311 Invitations to Apply to Express Entry candidates through a program-specific draw held May 1. The Invitations to Apply, or ITAs, were issued to Express Entry candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score for these candidates was 452. This is the lowest CRS requirement so far in 2020, three points under the]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/230/Ontario-invites-26-entrepreneurs-in-new-immigration-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 230 Mon, 27 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0400
The invitations were issued to candidates with scores of at least 132 through the Entrepreneur Stream The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has issued 26 entrepreneurs invitations to apply under its Entrepreneur Stream. The OINP Entrepreneur Stream is designed to attract entrepreneurs and business owners abroad to come to Canada and either start a new business or buy an existing Ontario business. The invitations were issued for candidates with scores between 132 and 200. Only candidates ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/229/Nova-Scotia-invites-French-speaking-Express-Entry-candidates.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 229 Mon, 27 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Details from the first draw held this year through the Nova Scotia Labour Market Priorities Stream have been releasedNova Scotia has invited Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence through its Labour Market Priorities Stream on April 27, 2020.This latest draw targeted Express Entry candidates who had selected French as their first official language and have a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) score of 8 or higher in French in all language ab]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/231/Manitoba-issues-132-invitations-in-latest-Expression-of-Interest-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 231 Fri, 24 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Express Entry candidates among those issued Letters of Advice to Apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence. Invitations to apply for a provincial nomination have been issued to 132 candidates in Manitoba's Expression of Interest pool, including seven Express Entry candidates.The April 23 draw issued invitations to candidates in Manitoba's Skilled Workers in Manitoba, Skilled Workers Overseas and International Education streams.The province has issued 1,808 Letters of Advice to A]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/233/Alberta-holds-two-draws-in-April-with-CRS-requirements-in-the-300s.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 233 Wed, 22 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Two Alberta draws have taken place so far in April, inviting a total of 320 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence.The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) recently released the details of the provincial nominee program draws from April 1, and April 14.The first Alberta Express Entry Stream draw this month invited 120 candidates to apply for a provincial nomination.Candidates did not need to have a job offer in order to be invited, however, they]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/232/B%2EC%2E-invites-271-immigration-candidates-in-latest-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 232 Fri, 17 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0400
British Columbia issued 271 invitations for immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence on April 16.This British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) invitation round was affected by coronavirus measures that have impacted B.C. businesses, according totheir webpage.The 271 candidates were selected from both the Skilled Immigration and Express Entry BC stream. The provincial score requirement varied depending on which subcategory candidates belonged]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/226/Canada-still-processing-visa%2C-eTA%2C-study%2C-and-immigration-applications.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 226 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0400
IRCC will do its best to process study permit applications in time for the fall 2020 registration cycle. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) says it will continue to process visa and electronic travel authorization (eTA) applications for those who are exempt from travel restrictions, with a particular focus on temporary foreign worker applications related to essential medical services and food supply chain services.In an announcement made on April 10, 2020, IRCC also stated tha]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/228/Canada-continues-to-issue-Express-Entry-invitations-through-regular-draws%2C-invites-606-candidates.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 228 Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Invited candidates had provincial nominations and needed a CRS score of 698. The Government of Canada has invited 606 Express Entry candidates to apply for Canadian permanent residence in a draw held April 9. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System score for this invitation round decreased by 22 points from the previous Provincial Nominee Program draw held March 18.Canada continues to hold regular draws which removes the uncertainty about the likelihood that Express Entry draws would take plac]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/227/Minimum-CRS-score-drops-to-464-in-second-Express-Entry-draw-in-one-day.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 227 Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0400
3,294 Canadian Experience Class candidates invited to apply for permanent residence on April 9. A second Express Entry draw took place on Thursday, April 9, where a total of 3,294 invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence were issued to Canadian Experience Class candidates with ranking scores of 464 and above. This rare second draw within the same day saw the lowest minimum CRS score requirement since October 2019.Today's draw was the fourth consecutive program-specific Express Entry]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/225/Canada-invites-668-Express-Entry-candidates-to-apply-for-permanent-residence.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 225 Sat, 21 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Invited candidates had provincial nominations granting them an additional 600 CRS points. The Government of Canada has released the details of this week's Express Entry draw, inviting 668 candidates to apply for permanent residence. Invitations were received on March 18, however official details of the draw were released today, March 20. This draw brings the total number of invitations to apply (ITAs) issued so far this year through Canada's Express Entry system to 19,368.The minimum Compreh]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/224/Canada-continues-to-accept-permanent-and-temporary-residence-applications-and-adapt-processes.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 224 Sat, 21 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Canada is providing more time for some applicants to submit immigration documents. Canada is taking steps to continue to attract global talent from around the world during a time of global efforts to contain the corona virus (COVID-19) pandemic. Canada's federal and provincial governments operate more than 80 economic class immigration pathways today, plus many more pathways for those who arrive under the family or refugee classes, as well as international students, foreign workers, and visitors]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/223/Manitoba-invites-222-candidates-in-provincial-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 223 Fri, 13 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Express Entry candidates, skilled workers both in Manitoba and overseas, as well as international student graduates were invited to apply for a provincial nominationManitoba held its latest provincial nominee program draw on March 12, inviting a total of 222 immigration candidates to take the next step toward permanent residence.The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held its 85th Expression of Interest (EOI) draw, inviting candidates from the following three immigration streams: Skille]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/221/Canada%27s-March-4-Express-Entry-draw-issues-3%2C900-invitations.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 221 Wed, 04 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Canada held a new invitation round through the Express Entry system on March 4. A total of 3,900 candidates were issued invitations this round, with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score requirement of 471. The cut-off score of 471 is an increase of one point over the previous draw on February 19, which had a minimum score of 470. Two weeks ago, 4,500 Express Entry candidates received ITAs in the largest draw ever held by the Government of Canada. Canada's Express Entry system manage]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/218/Canada-to-welcome-over-one-million-new-immigrants-between-2020-2022.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 218 Fri, 28 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Marco Mendicino outlines vision for Canada's immigration system in first major speech since his November 2019 appointment as minister.Marco Mendicino laid out his vision for Canada's immigration system today in Toronto.It was his first major policy speech since his November 2019 appointment as Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. Mendicino was appointed after the Liberal Party of Canada was re-elected to a second mandate in October and he is currently pursuing an immigration plan l]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/215/Canada-Issues-3%2C500-Invites-In-Largest-Express-Entry-Draw-Of-2020.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 215 Wed, 05 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0400
The Government of Canada issued 3,500 invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence to Express Entry candidates in a draw held February 5.The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score in this latest invitation round was 472, an increase of one point over the previous draw held January 22.The Express Entry system manages the pool of candidates for three of Canada's main skilled labour immigration categories — the Federal Skilled Worker Class, Federal Skilled Trades Class and Canadi]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/212/B%2EC%2E-holds-provincial-nominee-program-draw%2C-changes-eligibility-requirements-for-entrepreneur-category.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 212 Sat, 01 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0400
British Columbia invited 284 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence and made two important changes pertaining to immigrant entrepreneurs this week.The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) issued invitations to candidates in the Express Entry BC and Skills Immigration Categories.The Skills Immigration Category is for skilled and semi-skilled workers whose occupations are in high demand in the province. Both categories require candidates]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/211/Top-10-employers-in-Canada-for-2020.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 211 Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Forbes has released its list for the best places to work in Canada It is a good time to be looking for a job in Canada. With a low unemployment rate employers have to work harder to attract and retain top talent, as there are fewer available workers for each job opening. Forbes magazine and the market research company Statista surveyed 8,000 employees to determine the best places to work in Canada. Participants were working for businesses with at least 500 employees. They ranked the top 300 empl]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/210/Canada-invites-3%2C400-Express-Entry-candidates-to-apply-for-permanent-residence.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 210 Wed, 22 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0400
The Government of Canada issued 3,400 invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence to Express Entry candidates in a draw held January 22. The cut-off Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score in today's draw was 471, a reduction of 2 points over the minimum score in the previous Express Entry draw held January 8.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has now issued a total of 6,800 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in 2020 through the Express Entry system.Canada has higher]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/213/Canada%E2%80%99s-top-tech-jobs-forecast-for-2020.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 213 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0400
A look at the tech jobs projected to be in high-demand and the skilled-tech workers employers will be hiring this year The high demand for tech talent in Canada is rolling into 2020 as experts start to predict the sector's outlook for the new year.Shortages in the technology sector labour market have prompted immigration programs in British Columbia and Ontario to step up recruiting efforts. In 2019 the B.C. Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) extended its tech pilot to June 2020, and the Ontar]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/214/Saskatchewan-invites-308-candidates-in-latest-Express-Entry%2C-Occupations-In-Demand-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 214 Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0400
Saskatchewan invited 308 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination in its latest draw on January 9.This is the first draw of the year for the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). Invitations went to candidates in both the Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand streams.Candidates did not need a job offer to be invited for a provincial nomination in this draw. However, they did need to complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) with the SINP. They also needed one year of]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/217/Tech-jobs-seeking-workers-as-Canada-set-to-welcome-1-million-new-immigrants.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 217 Wed, 24 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0400
The Canadian government plans to welcome 1 million new immigrants between 2018 and 2020. This record high number of newcomers are landing in Canada with some of the best economic conditions in decades. As Canada's economy booms, the tech-sector is struggling to fill open jobs, providing ample opportunities to those immigrants with tech experience.Tech Job Openings in CanadaIn 2017, nearly 30,000 jobs opened up in Canada's tech sector. This marks a huge boom in Canada's tech-industry. The city of]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/216/Canada%E2%80%99s-new%2C-improved-provincial-pathways-to-immigration.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 216 Wed, 10 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0400
Far from taking the summer off, Canada's Express Entry-linked Provincial Nominee Programs spent the months of July, August and September innovating and issuing more than 3,000 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residence. The big news in the third quarter of 2018 included the largest invitation round so far this year through Ontario's Human Capital Priorities Stream, Saskatchewan's switch to an Expression of Interest system for its Express Entry sub-cate]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/183/Manitoba-invites-626-immigration-candidates-in-new-Expression-of-Interest-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 183 Fri, 11 May 2018 00:00:00 +0400
Manitoba has issued 626 Letters of Advice to Apply for a provincial nomination in a new Expression of Interest draw conducted May 11, including 151 candidates in the federal Express Entry pool. Manitoba's Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) said the Express Entry candidates invited through itsExpress Entry-linked Skilled Workers Overseas sub-stream had to have a job seeker validation code and at least six months of recent experience in an occupation on the MPNP's In-Demand Occupations List.&n]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/182/Ontario-issues-new-invitations-to-Express-Entry-candidates.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 182 Fri, 11 May 2018 00:00:00 +0400
Ontario has issued more invitations to apply for a provincial nomination to Express Entry candidates through its Skilled Trades and French-Speaking Skilled Workers streams. The new invitation rounds took place May 9 and 10 and are the sixth that Ontario has held in each stream since the end of March. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) said the 48 Express Entry candidates invited in this round through the Skilled Trades Stream submitted their Express Entry profiles between Jan]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/184/BC-issues-new-invitations-to-candidates-in-technology-occupations.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 184 Thu, 10 May 2018 00:00:00 +0400
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program has invited 34 candidates to apply for a provincial nomination through its weekly Tech Pilot draw, which took place on May 9. The invitations were issued to eligible British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) candidates who have a valid job offer in one of the Tech Pilot program's 32 key technology occupations. The Tech Pilot program was created in 2017 to help support British Columbia's technology sector needs by attrac]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/181/Nova-Scotia-Demand%3A-Express-Entry-Stream-to-Open-On-April-28%21.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 181 Fri, 27 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0400
The province of Nova Scotia will reopen Category B of its popular Demand: Express Entry Stream  to 350 applications tomorrow morning at 9 a.m. Atlantic Daylight Time. The Nova Scotia Demand: Express Entry Stream (NSDEE) only accepts applications from candidates with a profile in the federalExpress Entry pool. It operates on a first-come, first-served basis and typically reaches its intake limit quickly. Eligible candidates who are interested in applying to the stream may benefit ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/178/Are-You-Planning-to-Start-Business-in-Canada%3F.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 178 Tue, 17 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0400
The implementation of the start-up visa programme from March 31 by the Canadian Parliament is attracting lots of entrepreneurs to Canada. The government also plans to shorten and simplify the process for applicants. So Are You Planning to Start Business in Canada?  The business immigrants received Canadian $3.7 million investment. Around 28% of the approved entrepreneurs were Indians. As foreign entrepreneurship is embraced by the Canadian government more business immigrants are attracted t]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/179/New-Manitoba-provincial-draw-invites-400-skilled-workers-to-apply.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 179 Mon, 16 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0400
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program has issued 400 Letters of Advice to apply for a provincial nomination in the latest draw, which took place on April 13. In this year's fifth round of invitations, the province issued Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to 316 candidates under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream, with the lowest ranked candidate invited at a score of 534. An additional 84 LAAs were issued under the Skilled Worker Overseas Stream's Strategic Recruitment Initiati]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/177/More-skilled-workers-and-graduates-invited-under-BC-tech-pilot.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 177 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0400
British Columbia issued 27 new invitations for a provincial nomination to skilled workers and graduates under the province's unique tech-pilot on April 11. The April 11 invitation round prioritized candidates with a job offer in one of the 32 eligible occupations under the BC PNP Tech Pilot. The pilot was launched in 2017 to help the province attract and retain foreign tech workers and graduates in British Columbia. To be considered under the BC PNP's tech-pilot, candidates mus]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/176/British-Columbia-reduces-minimum-scores-in-recent-provincial-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 176 Fri, 06 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0400
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program invited 326 skilled workers and graduates to apply for a provincial nomination in the latest draw that took place on April 4.   In this round of invitations, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) issued invitations to candidates through its Skills Immigration and Express Entry categories.  Across all categories, candidates in this draw were invited at lower scores than the previous non-tech draw conducted on March 21.&n]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/175/Quebec-announces-Express-Entry-style-economic-immigration-intake-system.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 175 Wed, 28 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0400
The Government of Quebec unveiled plans today for a new Expression of Interest system modelled on the federal Express Entry system. The new Expression of Interest (Déclaration d'intérêt) system will manage candidate profiles for the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP). Quebec's Immigration Ministry, the Ministère de l'Immigration, et de la Diversité et de l'Inclusion (MIDI), has made no secret of its intention to create its own version of Express Entry following the introduction of Ca]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/174/Can-I-work-in-Canada-without-a-Work-Permit%3F.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 174 Tue, 20 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0400
A number of situations may occur when an individual can perform work in Canada without needing to secure a Temporary Work Permit. An individual who is eligible to work without a work permit may still require a Temporary Resident Visa to enter Canada on a temporary basis. The following scenarios have been identified as instances where foreign nationals may perform work in Canada without a work permit: Business Visitors Foreign Representatives and their Family Members Military Personnel]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/171/IRCC-invites-3%2C000-candidates-in-new-Express-Entry-draw.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 171 Wed, 07 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0400
Canadian immigration authorities have conducted the largest Express Entry draw since introducing a new format, with 3,000 candidates issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence under all programs. The lowest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score was 442, two points lower than the previous draw. The draw was the 3rd round of invitations under Express Entry in 2018 and 83rd overall. Under the new format, immigration authorities can now set an exact number of invitations to b]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/167/Express-Entry-linked-PNPs-off-to-a-strong-start-in-2018.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 167 Sat, 03 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0400
January was a busy month for Canada's Provincial Nominee Programs, notably those aligned with the federal Express Entry system. The two Express Entry draws conducted by the Government of Canada in January were complemented by the opening of five Express Entry-linked Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams over the course of the month. Express Entry candidates with a provincial nomination get an additional 600 points toward their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, putting an inv]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/159/Ontario-PNP-Accepting-New-Applications%2C-Increased-Quotas.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 159 Fri, 19 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0400
The province of Ontario has announced significant updates regarding its popular Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The province is now accepting applications for all PNP streams and has announced increased program quotas for 2018 from 6,000 applications to 6,600 applications. Finally, the province has resumed the issuance of Notifications of Interest (NOIs), so applicants with profiles in the Express Entry system should pay close attention to see if t]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/158/Saskatchewan-Express-Entry-Stream-Open.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 158 Wed, 10 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0400
The popular Saskatchewan Express Entry stream of the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) is now open to new applications! This stream only opens periodically and accepts a limited number of applications at each intake. Once the threshold is reached, the program will close again. The Saskatchewan Express Entry stream is only available to candidates who are already in the federal Express Entry pool. To be eligible, you must also have experience in one of the occupations that has bee]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/156/Canada%2C-Ontario-announce-new-immigration-agreement.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 156 Fri, 24 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0400
The governments of Canada and Ontario have announced a new agreement designed to enhance their efforts to recruit skilled immigrants and get them the training they need to meet the province's occupational requirements in their professions. The Canada-Ontario Immigration Agreement (COIA) includes up to $91 million in funding for bridge training programs over the next three years to help newcomers bring their skills into line with Ontario's professional standards. The agreement was unvei]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/154/November-23-Manitoba-draw-invites-272-skilled-workers-to-immigrate.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 154 Fri, 24 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0400
A total of 272 skilled workers were invited through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) in a draw that took place on November 23. In this draw, workers were invited through the Skilled Workers in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas streams. The province invited a total of 250 candidates in the Skilled Worker in Manitoba stream to apply, with the lowest ranked candidate invited at a score of 567. In addition, 22 skilled workers were invited through the Skilled Worker Overseas sub]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/155/Canada-to-admit-340%2C000-immigrants-a-year-by-2020.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 155 Wed, 01 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0400
OTTAWA - The federal government sought Wednesday to introduce more stability into Canada's immigration system by introducing a plan that sets out a gradual rise in admissions over the next three years. By 2020, Canada will see an increase of 13 per cent in overall immigration numbers, with the vast majority coming under economic programs designed to address skills shortages and gaps in the labour market as the population ages and the birth rate declines. At 340,000 people, the incr]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/144/Express-Entry-Draw-%E2%80%93-Latest-Figures.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 144 Thu, 19 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0400
The latest Express Entry draw for immigration to Canada has taken place, with 2,757 candidates in the pool invited to apply on October 18. The number of Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points required in order for a candidate to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) on this occasion was a minimum of 436, down from the 438 required in the previous draw, which took place on October 4. Therefore, candidates in the Express Entry pool with a score of 436 or above at the time of the draw are now in ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/143/St%2E-Kitts-And-Nevis-Citizenship-By-Hurricane-Relief-Fund-Investment-Contribution.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 143 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0400
In an effort to alleviate the suffering of those affected during the 2017 Hurricane season, the Citizenship by Investment Unit (the Unit) hereby announces with immediate effect, the Hurricane Relief Fund (HRF) Investment Contribution.  Applicants may qualify for citizenship through a contribution to the Hurricane Relief Fund (HRF). The HRF investment will assist with Hurricane Relief efforts not only in St. Kitts and Nevis but it is envisioned that these efforts can be extended to support n]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/142/Want-to-migrate-to-Canada-from-UAE%3F-Here-are-the-new-rules-2017.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 142 Sat, 01 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0400
Canada ranks high on quality of life for expats. Follow our steps if migrating is on cards for you. Few expats love the idea of relocating to a new country and exploring a new lifestyle. For expats in the UAE on a lookout for a new experience, Canada should be on your go-to list as it is one of most welcoming countries for immigrants across the world. If you have been toying with the idea of exploring Canada, this update will make you happy. The country has now made the process easier ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/141/Canada%27s-New-Atlantic-Immigration-Pilot-Program-a-Fresh-Opportunity.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 141 Wed, 01 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0400
The details of an exciting new Canadian immigration program, the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program, have been announced. Through this program, around 2,000 newcomers may submit an application for permanent residence in 2017. The pilot program is set to last for three years, and involves the provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island.First announced on July 4, 2016, the plan is part of the Atlantic Growth Strategy. However, full details of the pr]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/137/Quebec-Immigrant-Investor-Program-reopens-on-May-30%2C-2016.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 137 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0400
Immigration authorities in the Province of Quebec announced they will begin accepting new applications under its highly successful Quebec Immigrant Investor Program for a limited period beginning May 30th 2016 and ending February 28th 2017.  This comes as welcome news for high net worth individuals looking for an attractive passive investment program offering Canadian permanent residence. The Quebec program (QIIP) is the only large scale passive investment program of its kind in Canada and ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/138/Alberta-Immigrant-Nominee-Program-Reopens-for-new-Applications-to-Immigrate-to-Canada.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 138 Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0400
Alberta has reopened its Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) or new applications. The AINP is one of Canada's Provincial Nominee Programs, which allow provinces such as Alberta to nominate individuals for permanent immigration to Canada. Alberta has not been accepting new applications to the AINP since August 27, 2015. The government of Alberta announced at that time that the program would reopen on January 27, 2016.   The AINP is split into three streams: the Employer-Dri]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/136/Canada%27s-Express-Entry-18th-draw-announced-1530-invitations.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 136 Sat, 03 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0400
On October 2nd, Citizenship and Immigration Minister of Canada announced invitations under Express Entry system 18th draw for applicants in pursuant to the permanent residency in Canada. In this Express Entry System 18th Draw, the total number of invitations announced is 1530, with the cutoff points of 450. This cutoff score is based on the Comprehensive Ranking System, designed for awarding points to applicants based on their profile and information.  Citizenship and Immigration of Ca]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/135/New-Record-Low-CRS-Requirement-in-Seventeenth-Express-Entry-Draw-for-Canadian-Immigration.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 135 Fri, 18 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0400
On 18th September, 2015, UTC 14:51, the CIC has announced the results of seventeenth draw of Express Entry. When the announcement made, many felt happy as they were waiting for long, to get an invite to apply for the Canadian Permanent residency. Unlike last time, the CIC this time has offered 28 invitations more. The total number of invites send for 17th draw was 1545.  CiC rolls out red carpet for all who get invite as they are qualified professionals and they tend to posses special skill]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/134/CIC-Conducts-16th-Express-Entry-Draw-And-Issues-1517-Invitations.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 134 Wed, 09 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0400
Yesterday, the Citizenship and immigration Canada (CIC) has published the results of sixteenth Canada Express Entry draw. When this news was published, many had relief as they have got an invite to apply for Canada PR. This time, the CIC has send 1517 invitations to the applicants to apply for Canada PR.Earlier CIC has conducted about 15 Express entry draws during the period, 31st January 2015 to 22nd August 2015. This time the cut off score to issue an invite was 459. Those candidates who ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/132/CIC-Conducts-15th-Canada-Express-Entry-Draw-And-Grants-1523-Invitations.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 132 Sat, 22 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0400
The Citizenship and immigration Canada has announced yesterday and today much awaited results of Express entry 15th draw . The wait has brought relief to many, as CIC has issued 1523 invitation to apply for Canada Permanent Residency. Under Express Entry, the individuals who are interested in Canada immigration can apply under various categories and they are selected based on the point system. Previously the CIC has conducted 14 successful Express entry draws, during the period between]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/131/Canada-Express-Entry%3A-How-is-it-progressing%3F.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 131 Sat, 15 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0400
The Express Entry program was implemented at the beginning of 2015, with thousands of hopeful international applicants entering the ring. By the end of July 2015, the Canadian Government had conducted 13 draws, issuing 15,980 invitations to these people for permanent residence. You may be wondering what Express Entry is, and simply put, it is a system whereby applicants are invited to submit their profiles to a collective pool and the Canada Job Bank. Based on education, age, skills and lan]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/129/14th-Draw-Of-Canada-Express-Entry-Successfully-Done---Issues-1402-Invitations-To-Apply.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 129 Sat, 08 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0400
Good news for all skilled immigrants waiting for the results of 14th draw of express entry. CIC has once again rolled out a red carpet for qualified professionals who possess special skills and abilities and have filed their applications under EE pool for Canadian PR with Express Entry 14th draw results. Following the Express Entry 13th draw, CIC has declared the results of fourteenth draw on August 7th 2015 at 21:10:39 UTC by granting 1402 invitations to apply for PR. Skilled individuals who sc]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/130/Quebec-lowers-the-pass-mark-for-skilled-workers.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 130 Fri, 07 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0400
There is good news for those immigrants hoping to make the move to Quebec. Set to begin in October 2015 or just before, the Quebec government has announced that it will lower the pass mark for its well-known skilled worker program. The program features around 75 eligible occupations and areas of training that will allow applicants to qualify for a Quebec Certificate of Selection (CSQ) without a job offer and minimal knowledge of French. Unlike the other popular visa programs around the]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/123/Landmark-Express-Entry-Draw%3A-Lowest-CRS-Points-Requirement-Ever.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 123 Sun, 19 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0400
The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points required by those applying for permanent residence in Canada has fallen again in the latest Express Entry draw. The 13th draw took place on July 17 and issued invitations to 1,581 candidates who had more than 451 CRS points. It's the fourth consecutive draw in which the required points have fallen – applicants required 463 points in the previous draw on July 10.CRS is a score out of 1,200 used to benchmark federal economic applicants against one]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/124/Canada-conducts-Express-Entry-12th-draw-and-invited-1516-candidates.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 124 Sat, 11 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0400
The 12th Express Entry draw was performed by the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) on 10 July 2015. A total of 1516 invitations to apply for Canada PR were granted to the Candidates with 463 or more CRS (Comprehensive Ranking Score) points.In this draw the number of CRS points has decreased, whereas the number of invitations to apply for Canada PR has increased. Though, the count of ITAs decreased when compare to the previous draw, a greater number of invitations were issued to candidates]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/121/British-Columbia-Launches-New-PNP-Entrepreneur-Immigration-Stream.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 121 Thu, 02 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0400
The B.C. provincial government has relaunched the Business Immigration stream of its provincial nominee program (PNP), rebranding it as the Entrepreneur Immigration stream. The B.C. PNP has streamlined the two prior categories - Business Skills and Regional Business - into the single points-based Entrepreneur Immigration stream to improve efficiency, and also introduced the online Entrepreneur Registration system to simplify the application process and speed up processing times.The Entrepreneur ]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/120/Eleventh-draw-of-express-entry-program-invites-1575-candidates.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 120 Sat, 27 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0400
The express entry results of the 11th draw which have been long awaited has released yesterday by (CIC) Citizenship and immigration Canada. The much awaited results have brought more joy to most of the individuals by issuing 1575 ITA's for permanent residency of Canada. Previously, CIC has organized 10 draws from 31st January 2015 till 12th June 2015. The cut off score during this time for the invitations has gone down to 469 points which is a slight decrease compared to the previous draw that i]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/117/Skilled-workers-and-investors-may-apply-for-immigration-to-Quebec-this-summer.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 117 Mon, 08 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0400
Quebec Skilled Workers Programme (QSWP) and the Quebec Investor Programme (QIP) ntake date has not been announced just yet.While immigration to Canada has seen a major change on the federal level, Quebec continues to offer possibilities of moving to the country through its own programmes, which in all likelihood will see a renewed intake boost this summer.Two programmes characterise the immigration stream to Quebec; the Quebec Skilled Workers Programme (QSWP) and the Quebec Investor Programme (Q]]> https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/119/Canada-announces-new-amendments-to-Express-Entry-CRS.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 119 Fri, 05 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0400 https://www.cscimmigration.com/pages/116/Express-entry%3A-early-immigration-data-shows-many-already-in-Canada.html https://www.cscimmigration.com 116 Tue, 12 May 2015 00:00:00 +0400
Early data on new immigration program reveals fewer skilled workers applying from ChinaNearly half of the skilled immigrants who qualified for a chance to obtain permanent residency within the first three weeks of the launch of a new immigration system were not applying from abroad but were already in Canada, CBC News has learned.Canada launched a new system known as express entry on Jan. 1 as a way to recruit the best and brightest of foreign nationals to fill open jobs for which there are no a]]>