IRCC sent invitations to over 9,000 IEC candidatesOver the last week, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the pools of International Experience Canada (IEC). From April 1 to April 7, Canada invited 9,043 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open...
IRCC extended the CUAET to accommodate Ukrainians impacted by processing delaysAs of April 4, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended certain Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET) measures until July 31, 2024. These measures are intended for overseas applicants who faced delays...
Alberta wants more immigrants to tackle the workforce shortageAlberta has requested the Federal Government to boost its provincial nominee program allocations, allowing more workers to gain permanent citizenship. The current quota for 2024 is 9,750, a reduction from 10,140. Premier Danielle Smith states this could...
Alberta updated the AAIP inventoryOn November 7, 2023, Alberta published the update considering the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) inventory. According to the new update, there were around 2,786 Alberta Opportunity Stream applications, 812 Rural Renewal Stream applications, and 681 applications under all pathways (Family...
PEI hired hundreds of internationally trained nurses and care support workersPrince Edward Island recruited over 500 nurses and care support workers to address staffing shortages and improve patient care. Collaborative efforts by Health PEI, the Recruitment and Retention Secretariat, and the Public Service Commission have...
Canadian Minister called all Canadians to combat racism and discriminationOn November 3, 2023, Social Development Minister of New Brunswick Jill Green voiced concern over rising hate in Canada at a meeting on anti-racism, representing Immigration Minister Arlene Dunn. The panel emphasized that racism, discrimination, and...
Canada updated the Atlantic Immigration ProgramOn November 02, 2023, the Government of Canada published new updates for the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) to make it more accessible and beneficial for potential immigrants. One of the significant changes includes the removal of the previous 90-day commitment...
IRCC announced the 2024-2026 Immigration Levels PlanOn November 1, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released Canada’s 2024-2026 Immigration Levels Plan. The new plan aims to welcome 485,000 newcomers in 2024 and 500,000 in 2025 and 2026. According to the new plan, the Government...
The Immigration Minister announced new measures to strengthen Canada’s immigration systemOn October 31, 2023, Immigration Minister Marc Miller presented the report "An Immigration System for Canada’s Future." This report outlines plans to bolster Canada's immigration system to support economic growth and keep Canada appealing. The...
IRCC announces new measures to support Moroccan nationalsOn October 26, 2023, the Government of Canada announced that Moroccan nationals in Canada can extend their study, work, or family visit status without charge, effective October 19, 2023. These special measures apply to those in Canada as...