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The Canadian government has made a strategic shift in its immigration policies. By focusing on category-based Express Entry draws, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) aims to address labor shortages in specific sectors, including the transportation industry. But what does

The Canadian agri-food industry is grappling with labor shortages and challenges, which have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. While various temporary policies and pilot programs like the Agri-Food Pilot exist, the inclusion of agri-food as a priority sector in

The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently initiated the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) lottery for 2023. As part of the initial phase, 24,200 invitations to apply will be sent to potential sponsors who are randomly selected from

On October 1st, a significant change to the Canadian Express Entry system was implemented: applicants no longer need to provide upfront Immigrant Medical Examination (IME) results when submitting their initial application for permanent residency. Instead, applicants can proceed with their

In recent years, Canada has gained a reputation as a global leader in innovation, particularly in fields related to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). The country’s immigration policies reflect this focus. In particular, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada

On August 31, 2023, Manitoba announced critical modifications to its Provincial Nominee Program for skilled workers. Effective as of late February 2023, the province initiated a process of segmenting the immigration program targeted toward skilled laborers currently employed within Manitoba,

Unprecedented Development Commencing from the beginning of June, the provincial nominee program for skilled labor in Saskatchewan was temporarily suspended, a development at variance with other provinces. This preparation marked a significant alteration as the province proceeded to extend invitations

Latest Provincial Draws Situation In Ontario, one of Canada’s major economic hubs, the provincial nomination program is undergoing a transformation to align with federal changes. The focus has shifted from candidates in remote areas to specific occupations, mirroring changes in

Canada’s Express Entry system has unveiled its first-ever invitations for individuals experienced in the trades, marking a significant step towards meeting the country’s rising demand for talent. The new system is designed to foster a swift and efficient pathway for

In June, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) started the first series of category-based Express Entry draws, as they had previously announced. These initial rounds had wide variations in scores, but overall, the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores were