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Allocation of Study Permits For Provinces: A Comprehensive Guide

Canadian Education Blog

19 Apr

Allocation of Study Permits For Provinces: A Comprehensive Guide

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has provided details on the distribution of study permits for each Canadian province for the year 2024.

Express Entry with Low CRS Score: Is it worth entering the pool?

IMMIGRATION TIPS

15 Apr

Express Entry with Low CRS Score: Is it worth entering the pool?

Express Entry-managed programs are highly favored by skilled individuals seeking to immigrate to Canada. This popularity is largely due to the fact that Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) commits to processing these applications within six months, making Express Entry one of the quickest routes to gaining permanent residency in Canada, as the program's name suggests.

Express Entry or Provincial Nominee Program - Which to Choose

IMMIGRATION TIPS

12 Apr

Express Entry or Provincial Nominee Program - Which to Choose

The Express Entry system and Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) are the two primary immigration pathways managed by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for new permanent residents arriving in Canada each year.

IMMIGRATION NEWS

5 Apr

New Minimum Wage In Canada for 2024

The updated minimum wage in Canada, along with five Canadian provinces/territories (Yukon, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador), comes into force as of today, April 1, 2024.

Canada Immigration Fees: New 2024 Processing Increase

IMMIGRATION NEWS

1 Apr

Canada Immigration Fees: New 2024 Processing Increase

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has unveiled a forthcoming rise in immigration fees for all permanent residency applications in Canada, set to take effect on April 30, 2024.

Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program: Your Gateway to Canadian Immigration

IMMIGRATION Blog

28 Mar

Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program: Your Gateway to Canadian Immigration

Situated in the prairie region of Western Canada, Saskatchewan is renowned as one of the country's agricultural hubs. Abundant in fertile farmlands, the province is home to two prominent Canadian cities, Regina and Saskatoon.

In-Canada Immigration Draws: Minister Announces Intent for More

IMMIGRATION NEWS

25 Mar

In-Canada Immigration Draws: Minister Announces Intent for More

Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced on Thursday, March 21st, his plan to prioritize “domestic draws” for temporary residents already in Canada who are seeking permanent residence (PR).

Unveiling Canada's Plan: Reduction in Temporary Residency

IMMIGRATION NEWS

22 Mar

Unveiling Canada's Plan: Reduction in Temporary Residency

The addition of temporary resident targets to the annual Immigration Levels Plan, beginning in fall 2024, has been declared by Immigration Minister Marc Miller.

Provincial Attestation Letters FAQ: Understanding the Basics

Canadian Education Blog

18 Mar

Provincial Attestation Letters FAQ: Understanding the Basics

In late January this year, the federal government announced that most new international students at the college or undergraduate level would now require a PAL from a province or territory as part of their study permit application.

292,000 Study Permits Approved for College in Canada

IMMIGRATION NEWS

15 Mar

292,000 Study Permits Approved for College in Canada

In recent remarks to the Globe and Mail, Canada's Immigration Minister Marc Miller disclosed that the current allotment of study permits for international college and undergraduate students this year stands at approximately 292,000.

Provincial Attestation Letters now available in British Columbia

IMMIGRATION NEWS

11 Mar

Provincial Attestation Letters now available in British Columbia

Started on March 4, 2024, the provincial attestation letter (PAL) system in British Columbia is officially in effect.

New Travel Requirements for Mexican Citizens Visiting Canada

IMMIGRATION NEWS

8 Mar

New Travel Requirements for Mexican Citizens Visiting Canada

In response to the increase in asylum seekers from Mexico, Canada now requires that some Mexican citizens obtain a visitor visa to enter Canada temporarily. This change came into effect on February 29, 2024. Previously, all Mexican citizens were eligible to receive an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Canada.