Where in Canada can I settle: applicants selected by province or territory vs by the federal government

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Sun, 14 Apr 2024 13:00:41 +0000

Increasing numbers of applicants are applying for immigration to Canada under provincial nomination programs. However, coming to Canada through provincial immigration programs imposes different obligations than immigrating to Canada through federal programs. This article will discuss the implications of receiving a provincial or territorial nomination and any obligations to settle in the nominating province or […]

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Canada invites candidates in Express Entry draw for STEM occupations

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Wed, 10 Apr 2024 16:52:16 +0000

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to candidates in the second Express Entry draw of the week. The department issued 4,500  invitations to apply (ITAs) in a category-based selection draw for candidates in STEM occupations. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 491 to be considered. Get a Free […]

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The state of the Express Entry pool: March 2024

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Tue, 09 Apr 2024 13:00:11 +0000

March has marked another month of Express Entry draws, as Canada’s immigration system continues to invite candidates to apply for permanent residence (PR) Certain trends continued through last month’s draws that may provide further understanding of how Express Entry may continue throughout the year. Get a Free Express Entry Assessment How does the composition of […]

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Immigration Minister declares intention to have more in-Canada immigration draws

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sat, 23 Mar 2024 12:00:41 +0000

On Thursday March 21st, Immigration Minister Marc Miller declared his intention to pursue more “domestic draws” for temporary residents already in Canada who are candidates for permanent residence (PR). “Draws” reference PR selection rounds through pathways like Express Entry managed programs, wherein candidates from a pool are chosen based on their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) […]

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How to become a permanent resident in Canada?

Credit to Author: British Council IELTS| Date: Wed, 20 Mar 2024 13:00:21 +0000

In this article, we will explore all you must know about Express Entry to become a permanent resident in Canada. Get to know which IELTS test suits you best. Becoming a permanent resident in Canada via Express Entry by taking IELTS Canada, renowned for its welcoming immigration policies and diverse cultural tapestry, continues to attract […]

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Am I eligible for Express Entry?

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 20 Mar 2024 12:00:07 +0000

The Express Entry system is Canada’s main pathway for economic immigration to the country—this year set to welcome 110,770 new immigrants to the country. This number is also slated to increase to 117,500 in 2025 and 2026 (each). In light of this reality, newcomers and those considering immigration to Canada may find it important to […]

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Express Entry inviting Francophone candidates at a faster rate than Quebec’s Arrima

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:00:05 +0000

In the eight months leading up to March 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 18,200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence (PR) to eligible candidates who met the criteria for category-based Express Entry draws in the department’s French language proficiency category. Over the same period, between July 1, 2023, and March 1, […]

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IRCC invites 975 Express Entry candidates in first transport occupation draw of 2024

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 12 Mar 2024 19:09:00 +0000

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to candidates in the second  Express Entry draw this week. The department issued 975  invitations to apply (ITAs) in a category-based draw for transport occupations. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 430. Get a Free Express Entry Assessment IRCC also issued ITAs […]

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Is it worth entering the Express Entry pool if your CRS is low?

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Wed, 13 Mar 2024 13:00:20 +0000

Express Entry-managed programs are among the most popular options for skilled newcomers who want to immigrate to Canada. This is because Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has a published service standard of six months for Express Entry applications making it, as the name implies, one of the fastest ways to become a permanent resident […]

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IRCC invites 2,850 Express Entry candidates in latest draw

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 12 Mar 2024 19:09:00 +0000

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to candidates in the first Express Entry draw of the month. The department issued 2,850  invitations to apply (ITAs) in a general draw. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 525. Get a Free Express Entry Assessment There were six draws throughout February […]

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