September 2024 In the first week of September 2024, several provinces across Canada issued invitations to candidates through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). This initiative offers pathways for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and other eligible individuals to gain permanent residency. The latest updates come from Ontario, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, highlighting the ongoing efforts to […]
September 9, 2024 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a new Express Entry draw, issuing 911 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) exclusively for candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This draw underscores the significance of the PNP in helping provinces and territories meet their specific labor market and economic needs by nominating individuals […]
Express Entry candidates will no longer receive additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for holding a valid job offer—even those backed by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). This change took effect under new Ministerial Instructions issued on March 25, 2025. Previously, candidates with arranged employment could gain an extra 50 or 200 CRS points, […]
