Exploring the Benefits of a Spouse’s Open Work Permit
Canada is expected to welcome 82,000 new permanent residents to Canada per year under the spousal partner and child sponsorship programs. However, it can take more than a year for….
Month: February 2023
study in canada vs usa
There are an estimated 1.57 million international students between Canada and the United States (US), in pursuit of higher education, with tens of thousands more set to enter North America….
Why is Canada accepting so many immigrants?
As of 2021, “people who were, or ever were, an immigrant or permanent resident in Canada”—grouped together for simplicity as “immigrants”—represent 23% of this country’s total population, following confederation in….
Canada releases annual report on Express Entry for 2021
Each year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) releases an annual report on Express Entry – the federal government’s primary immigration route for foreign skilled workers seeking Canadian permanent residency….
British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Prince Edward Island invite candidates in most recent PNP draw
British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Prince Edward Island this week issued invitations for candidates to apply through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Canadian provinces and territories (except Quebec and Nunavut) operation….
How much money do I need for my proof of funds as an Express Entry applicant?
Proof of funds is how a potential Canadian immigrant shows Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that they have enough money to settle in Canada. Proof of Funds is an….
IRCC invites 699 PNP candidates for 5th Express Entry Draw of 2023
IRCC conducted the fifth Express Entry Draw of 2023 today. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations to 699 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of….
IRCC allows Super Visa applicants to pay for medical insurance in monthly installments
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced changes to the way Super Visa applicants pay for their medical insurance. To be eligible for a Super Visa, the applicant must….
Report: Western provinces likely to benefit from higher immigration targets
A recent economic report from Desjardins suggests that Canada’s increased immigration goals are likely to have a positive impact on provincial economies, particularly in the western provinces. Since 2015, immigrants….
More than 120,000 temporary residents to transition to permanent residents of Canada in 2022
New data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows that 124,950 temporary residents will transition to permanent residents in 2022. The numbers show permanent residence changes among people who….
IRCC reveals top 10 source countries of new immigrants to Canada in 2022
Canada will land 437,120 Permanent Residents (PR) nationwide in 2022. The figure, taken from data published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), represents an increase of almost eight per….
Canada shatters record by welcoming more than 550,000 new international students in 2022
New data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows Canada will welcome a record 551,405 international students in 2022 from 184 countries. Furthermore, as of December 31, 2022, 807,750….
What are biometrics and why do I need to submit them?
Biometrics are the unique physical characteristics of a person that can be used to identify them. In the context of Canadian immigration, biometrics refers to fingerprints and a photograph, which….
Currently the most in demand occupations in Canada
LinkedIn’s recent report on “20 Canadian Roles That Are Growing In Demand” reveals some important insights into the businesses that are seeing increased hiring in Canada. The study analyzed millions….
Canada’s immigration backlog shows little change from January
In an email CIC news Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) remained in line with January figures just over 2.1 million, Data is for January 31-February 1. Inventory progress across….