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July 28, 2025
Canada announces free support program for international nurses
Canada has announced a new support program, the PASS (Pre-Arrival and Post-Arrival Supports and Services). This program offers mentorship, language training, licensure, and job search assistance. International nurses must receive approval from the IRCC for PR and complete a recognized nursing program in their home country to qualify for the program.
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July 22, 2025
Latest Express Entry issued 4,000 ITAs
The fourth Express Entry Draw for the month of July was conducted on July 22, 2025, issuing 4,000 ITAs. Express Entry Draw #357 targeted Healthcare professionals with a minimum CRS score of 475.
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July 21, 2025
Latest Express Entry Draw #356 issued 202 ITAs
The most recent Express Entry Draw held on July 21, 2025 invited 202 PNP candidates. The minimum CRS score required to qualify for the Express ENTRY draw was 788. This is the third draw to be held in the month of July 2025.
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July 18, 2025
Canada to Open 15,000 Slots for Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship in 2025
Canada has allotted 15,000 slots for the Parents and Grandparents program starting July 28, 2025. Invitations will be issued through a lottery system, and applications were sent for the 2020 intake.
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July 11, 2025
Two Canadian Provinces invite 84 candidates through PNP Draws
Two Canadian provinces, British Columbia and Manitoba, held PNP draws and collectively invited 84 candidates. The latest BC PNP draw on July 08, 2025, issued 17 Entrepreneur Immigration invitations, and the Manitoba PNP draw on July 10, 2025, issued 67 invitations under the International Education Stream and Skilled Worker Streams.
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July 09, 2025
The latest Canada Express Entry draws in July 2025 invited 3,356 candidates
The first two Express Entry Draws of July 2025 invited 3,356 candidates. The latest Express Entry draws were held on July 07, 2025, and July 08, 2025, targeting PNP and CEC candidates.
The table below has details of the latest Express Entry Draws:
|
Date |
Draw Type |
No. of ITAs |
Minimum CRS |
|
July 08, 2025 |
Canadian Experience Class |
3000 |
518 |
|
July 07, 2025 |
Provincial Nominee Program |
356 |
750 |
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July 08, 2025
IRCC Updates minimum fund requirements for Express Entry
IRCC updated the list of minimum funding requirements for the Express Entry program. Foreign nationals applying for Canada PR will now be required to follow the updated list.
The table below has details of the updated list of funds for Express Entry:
|
Number of family members |
Proof of funds |
|
1 |
$15,263 |
|
2 |
$19,001 |
|
3 |
$23,360 |
|
4 |
$28,362 |
|
5 |
$32,168 |
|
6 |
$36,280 |
|
7 |
$40,392 |
|
If more than 7 people, for each additional family member |
$4,112 |
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June 30, 2025
Alberta PNP Draws invite 281 candidates
Eight Alberta PNP draws in June 2025 invited 281 candidates under various streams. The minimum score range required to qualify was 51-73.
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June 30, 2025
Two Manitoba PNP Draws invited 528 candidates in June 2025
Two Manitoba PNP draws were conducted in the month of June 2025. The Manitoba PNP issued 528 invitations on June 12 and June 26, 2025, via the International Education Stream, Skilled Worker Stream, and the Skilled Worker Overseas streams.
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June 27, 2025
Canada updates minimum salary thresholds for TFWP
Canada has announced new minimum salary thresholds for the TFWP (Temporary Foreign Worker Program), allowing foreign workers to earn up to $48.00/hour. The updated wages apply to LMIA applications submitted on or after June 27, 2025:
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June 26, 2025
Express Entry Draw issued 3,000 ITAs to CEC professionals
Express Entry Draw #353 was held on June 26, 2025. The Express Entry targeted Canadian Experience Class (CEC) professionals with a minimum CRS score of 521. A total of 3,000 ITAs were issued via the latest Express Entry Draw #353.
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June 24, 2025
Latest Canada PNP Draws issued 768 ITAs
Four Canadian provinces held PNP draws in the first two weeks of June 2025. A total of 768 candidates were invited via OINP, PEI PNP, NB PNP, and Manitoba PNP draws. Candidates were invited under different streams and categories.
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June 23, 2025
Latest Express Entry Draw issued 503 ITAs
The latest Express Entry Draw issued 503 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to eligible candidates. The draw targeted PNP candidates with a minimum CRS score of 742. A total of 4,405 invitations were issued via Express Entry Draws in June 2025.
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June 20, 2025
New Canada Strong Pass launched on June 20, 2025
The new Canada Strong Pass, launched on June 20, 2025, allows Canada PR holders, citizens, visitors, etc., to get free entry access to conservation areas, national parks, museums, historic sites, etc. The Strong pass is set to be valid until September 02, 2025.
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June 19, 2025
Vancouver, one of the top 10 most liveable cities in the world
The Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU) published a report of the world's top 10 most liveable cities. As per the report, Vancouver, in Canada, has secured a ranking on the list. The list of the most liveable cities was finalized based on factors such as the education system, stability, healthcare, culture, environment, and infrastructure.
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June 12, 2025
Express Entry Draw issues 3,000 ITAs to CEC candidates
The latest Express Entry Draw was held on June 12, 2025 and invited 3,000 CEC candidates with a minimum CRS score of 529 to apply for Canada PR. This is the fourth draw to be held in the month of June 2025.
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June 10, 2025
Express Entry Draw #350 issued 125 ITAs to PNP candidates
The latest Express Entry Draw on June 10, 2025, issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to 125 PNP candidates. The minimum CRS score set for the Express Entry Draw was 784.
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June 10, 2025
How immigrants in Canada are achieving homeownership within 5 to 6 years?
A recent StatCan report shows that a majority of immigrants in Canada obtain homeownership by the sixth year of moving there. The report highlights that, though in the first year of moving to Canada, only 70 out of every 1000 immigrants manage to own a home, the total number of immigrants who own a house in Canada gradually increases from the sixth year onwards. Economic and cultural factors are said to be the driving factors behind this.
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June 04, 2025
Latest Express Entry Draw #349 issued 500 ITAs
The most recent Express Entry draw was conducted on June 4, 2025. The Express Entry Draw #349 issued 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to healthcare and social services occupations. Candidates with a minimum CRS score of 504 were selected for the draw.
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June 04, 2025
529,700 job vacancies lying vacant in Canada, for past 7 months.
The latest StatCan reports Canada has 529,000 job vacancies. The overall payroll employment in the month of March was 32,800. Alberta had the most job openings of 69,800, along with British Columbia, which also had the highest job vacancy rate in March 2025.
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June 04, 2025
Ontario PNP has announced a provincial nomination allocation of 10,750 for 2025
Ontario has decreased the overall provincial nomination allocation for 2025 to 10,750. IRCC has conducted 11 OINP draws in 2025, inviting 3,719 candidates to apply for Canada PR. The ONIP draws were held in January and June 2025.
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June 03, 2025
IRCC holds the first Alberta PNP Draw for June
The latest Alberta PNP draw, held on June 3, 2025, invited 36 candidates under the Dedicated Health Care Pathway—Express Entry stream. Candidates must score at least 60 points to qualify for the draw, which is the first Alberta PNP draw to be held in June 2025.
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June 03, 2025
10 Ontario PNP Draws issued 3,719 invitations
The most recent Ontario PNP draws were held in June 2025. Around 10 OINP draws were conducted on June 3, 2025, issuing a total of 3,719 invitations to candidates under the Foreign Worker, International Student, and In-Demand Skills streams. The last Ontario PNP draw was in January 2025, which issued 4 invitations.
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June 02, 2025
IRCC issued 277 ITAs via the latest Express Entry Draw
IRCC conducted the first Express Entry Draw for the month of June 2025. The Express Entry draw #328 was held on June 02, 2025, and 277 ITAs were issued to PNP candidates. The minimum CRS score for the draw was 726.
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May 29, 2025
Manitoba PNP draw issues 30 ITAs.
The latest Manitoba PNP draw issued 30 ITAs via Skilled Worker Overseas stream. The minimum score required to qualify for the EOI Draw #246 was 606.
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May 29, 2025
IRCC extends temporary public policy for Foreign Workers in Canada
IRCC has extended the temporary public policy that allows foreign workers with closed work permits to change occupations or employers before obtaining a new work permit. A foreign worker must, however, receive an official confirmation from the IRCC before starting their new job. The confirmation may take around 10-5 days. The new policy will be effective May 2025.
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May 28, 2025
BC PNP draw invited 14 candidates.
The most recent British Columbia PNP draw was conducted on May 28, 2025. The BNC PNP draw invited 14 candidates through the Entrepreneur Immigration stream. The minimum CRS score for the BC PNP draw was 115-123.
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May 15, 2025
IRCC issued ITAs for eligible candidates through the latest Alberta PNP Draw
Canada issued 378 ITAs via the latest Alberta PNP draw. Alberta held five draws on May 5th, 6th, 8th, 13th, and 15th, 2025, respectively. The minimum CRS score for candidates to be considered for the recent AIPNP was 33-165.
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May 15, 2025
Latest Manitoba and PEI PNP Draw issued 230 ITAs for eligible candidates
Latest Manitoba and PEI PNP Draw issued invitations for 230 ITAs for eligible candidates with a minimum CRS score of 626. PEI issued 168 ITAs for eligible candidates for individuals working in occupations and priority sectors based on economic impact in Prince Edward Island. Whereas, for Manitoba PNP Draw issued 62 ITAs with a minimum CRS score of 626 for valid Express Entry profile and job seeker validation code.
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May 13, 2025
Latest Express Draw issued 500 ITAs for CEC candidates after three months
IRCC conducted issued 500 ITAs for CEC candidates on May 13, 2025. The minimum CRS score for the latest Express Entry Draw was 547. Profiles that would be considered for the latest Express Entry Draw are issued before 5:26 p.m. on May 21, 2024.
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May 12, 2025
Express Entry Draw issues 511 ITAs to PNP candidates
IRCC held the latest Express Entry Draw on May 12, 2025. The Express Entry Draw #346 invited 511 candidates to apply for Canada PR. PNP candidates with a minimum CRS score of 706 were selected for the Express Entry draw.
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May 08, 2025
British Columbia PNP Draw invites 94 ITAs
IRCC held the latest BC PNP Draw on May 8, 2025. The BC PNP draw issued 94 Skills Immigration invitations to eligible candidates. Invitations for the recent BC PNP draw were issued after evaluating the following factors:
- Must be working full-time for an employer in British Columbia
- Earn at least $105 per hour
- Have an employment offer in NOC TEER 0 or 1
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May 05, 2025
BC PNP to accept 1,100 PR applications in 2025
British Columbia will accept 1,100 PR applications in 2025, with most spots reserved for healthcare professionals. Applicants with a valid employment offer from a registered health authority in British Columbia and workers who contribute to healthcare are eligible for the Health Authority stream.
The table below has details of the occupations and NOC codes that qualify for British Columbia’s Health Authority stream:
|
Occupation |
NOC Code |
|
Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians |
32104 |
|
Audiologists and speech-language pathologists |
31112 |
|
Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists |
32123 |
|
Chiropractors |
31201 |
|
Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants |
33100 |
|
Dental hygienists and dental therapists |
32111 |
|
Dental technologists and technicians |
32112 |
|
Dentists |
31110 |
|
Denturists |
32110 |
|
Dietitians and nutritionists |
31121 |
|
General practitioners and family physicians |
31102 |
|
Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment |
31204 |
|
Licensed practical nurses |
32101 |
|
Managers in health care |
30010 |
|
Massage therapists |
32201 |
|
Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations |
33101 |
|
Medical laboratory technologists |
32120 |
|
Medical radiation technologists |
32121 |
|
Medical sonographers |
32122 |
|
Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates |
33102 |
|
Nurse practitioners |
31302 |
|
Nursing coordinators and supervisors |
31300 |
|
Occupational therapists |
31203 |
|
Opticians |
32100 |
|
Optometrists |
31111 |
|
Other assisting occupations in support of health services |
33109 |
|
Other medical technologists and technicians |
32129 |
|
Other practitioners of natural healing |
32209 |
|
Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating |
31209 |
|
Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment |
32109 |
|
Paramedical occupations |
32102 |
|
Pharmacists |
31120 |
|
Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants |
33103 |
|
Pharmacy technicians |
32124 |
|
Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals |
31303 |
|
Physiotherapists |
31202 |
|
Psychologists |
31200 |
|
Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses |
31301 |
|
Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists |
32103 |
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May 04, 2025
Canada Releases the new priority sectors and occupations list
Canada has announced yet another list of priority sectors and occupations for RCIP. Claresholm, in Alberta, is the next Canadian town to release the priority sectors and occupations for the new PR pathway. Claresholm has been allocated 30 slots for the year 2025 and plans to assign 3 slots for each month of the year. The rest of the slots will be allotted for the year-end.
The table below has the sectors and occupations for RCIP released by Claresholm:
|
Sector |
Occupation Title |
NOC Code |
|
Agriculture |
Specialized Livestock Workers and Farm Machinery Operators |
84120 |
|
Health Care |
Cooks |
63200 |
|
Licensed Practical Nurses |
32101 |
|
|
Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates |
33102 |
|
|
Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses |
31301 |
|
|
Law & Education |
Administrative Officers |
13100 |
|
Early childhood educators and assistants |
42202 |
|
|
Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants |
43100 |
|
|
Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors |
72600 |
|
|
Manufacturing & Utilities |
Administrative Assistants |
13110 |
|
Aerospace Engineers |
21390 |
|
|
Aircraft Assemblers and Aircraft Assembly Inspectors |
93200 |
|
|
Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors |
22313 |
|
|
Aircraft Mechanics and aircraft inspectors |
72404 |
|
|
Carpenters |
72310 |
|
|
Concrete Finishers |
73100 |
|
|
Construction Trades Helpers and labourers |
75110 |
|
|
Crane Operators |
72500 |
|
|
Engineering Managers |
20010 |
|
|
Ironworkers |
72105 |
|
|
Labourers in food and beverage processing |
95106 |
|
|
Process control and machine operators, food and beverage processing |
94140 |
|
|
Meat cutters and fishmongers – retail and wholesale |
65202 |
|
|
Sales & Services |
Chefs |
62200 |
|
Food Service Supervisors |
62020 |
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May 02, 2025
Express Entry Draw issued 500 Healthcare professionals
IRCC conducted the most recent Express Entry draw on May 2, 2025. The latest Express Entry Draw #345 issued 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to Healthcare professionals. The minimum CRS cut-off score was 510.
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May 01, 2025
IRCC holds the first-ever Express Entry Draw for Education Professionals
The first-ever Express Entry draw targeting Education professionals was held on May 1, 2025. The Express Entry draw #344 issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs), inviting qualifying education professionals to apply for Canada PR. The minimum CRS score required to qualify for the latest Express Entry Draw was 479. The education occupation was recently added to the list of Express Entry categories.
The table below has the occupations listed under the education category:
|
Occupation |
NOC code |
|
Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants |
43100 |
|
Instructors of persons with disabilities |
42203 |
|
Early childhood educators and assistants |
42202 |
|
Elementary school and kindergarten teachers |
41221 |
|
Secondary school teachers |
41220 |
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April 28, 2025
Express Entry Draw #343 issues 421 ITAs to PNP candidates
IRCC held the most recent Express Entry draw on April 28, 2025. The Express Entry invited 421 PNP candidates to apply for Canada PR. The minimum CRS score of the lowest-ranked candidate was 727, and this is the second Express Entry draw to be held in April 2025.
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April 26, 2025
New Priority List of sectors and occupations released for RCIP
North Okanagan–Shuswap, a district in British Columbia, is the next to announce the list of priority sectors and occupations for the new PR pathway. Individuals looking to apply for RCIP must have an eligible job offer from a designated Canadian employer and can apply for the program during the below five intakes:
- May 12 to May 26
- July 7 to July 21
- August 25 to September 8
- October 13 to October 27
- November 24 to December 8
The new list of priority sectors, along with the occupations for RCIP, are given in the table below:
|
Occupation |
NOC code |
|
Accounting technicians and bookkeepers |
12200 |
|
Accounting and related clerks |
14200 |
|
Accommodation service managers |
60031 |
|
Administrative assistants |
13110 |
|
Appliance servicers and repairers |
72421 |
|
Assemblers and inspectors of other wood products |
94211 |
|
Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers |
72410 |
|
Carpenters |
72310 |
|
Construction trades helpers and labourers |
75110 |
|
Early childhood educators and assistants |
42202 |
|
Executive housekeepers |
62021 |
|
General office support workers |
14100 |
|
Hairstylists and barbers |
63210 |
|
Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics |
72402 |
|
Heavy equipment operators |
73400 |
|
Labourers in wood, pulp and paper processing |
95103 |
|
Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors |
72100 |
|
Manufacturing managers |
90010 |
|
Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates |
33102 |
|
Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants |
33103 |
|
Plastic products assemblers, finishers and inspectors |
94212 |
|
Plumbers |
72300 |
|
Restaurant and food service managers |
60030 |
|
Social and community service workers |
42201 |
|
Welders and related machine operators |
72106 |
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April 25, 2025
Canada releases list of eligible sectors and occupations for RCIP
Canadian city Thunder Bay released the eligible sectors and occupations list for the new PR pathway, RCIP (Rural Community Immigration Pilot). To qualify for PR under the RCIP, one must have a job offer from a verified employer from any participating community. The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) released the list of targeted sectors and occupations, which are as follows:
|
Sector |
Job Title |
NOC Code |
|
Business, Finance and Administration Occupations |
Administrative assistants |
13110 |
|
Financial advisors |
11102 |
|
|
General office support workers |
14100 |
|
|
Health Occupations |
Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment |
31204 |
|
Licensed practical nurses |
32101 |
|
|
Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates |
33102 |
|
|
Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants |
33103 |
|
|
Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses |
31301 |
|
|
Occupations in Education, Law, Social, Community and Government Services |
Early childhood educators and assistants |
42202 |
|
Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations |
44101 |
|
|
Social and community service workers |
42201 |
|
|
Social workers |
41300 |
|
|
Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies |
41301 |
|
|
Sales and Service |
Cooks |
63200 |
|
Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations |
65201 |
|
|
Food service supervisors |
62020 |
|
|
Light duty cleaners |
65310 |
|
|
Retail and wholesale trade managers |
60020 |
|
|
Retail sales supervisors |
62010 |
|
|
Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers |
64100 |
|
|
Store shelf stockers, clerks and order fillers |
65102 |
|
|
Trades, Transport, Equipment Operators and other related occupations |
Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers |
72410 |
|
Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics |
72400 |
|
|
Construction trades helpers and labourers |
75110 |
|
|
Heavy equipment operators |
73400 |
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April 21, 2025
Special work permit announced for Manitoba PNP candidates. Check your eligibility!
Canada announced a work permit for selective Manitoba PNP candidates. Eligible candidates who meet the criteria will be issued a special Manitoba-specific work permit, valid for up to 2 years. To qualify, Manitoba PNP candidates must have:
- Been residing in Manitoba since January 15, 2025
- A valid work permit that will expire in 45 days (or) has previously had a work permit that expired in 2024 or 2025.
- A valid Manitoba PNP Expression of Interest (EOI) profile
- Employment letter from your existing employer in Manitoba
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April 21, 2025
The second set of Priority sectors has been released for the new RCIP PR pathway.
Following the release of the first set of priority sectors on April 9, 2025, two more Canadian communities, Brandon and Sault Ste Marie, have released the second set of priority sectors for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). Brandon allocated 180 slots for RCIP in 2025, while Sault Ste Marie allocated 300 spots.
The table below has the priority sectors announced by Brandon:
|
Sector |
Occupation |
NOC code |
Minimum language - CLB Required |
|
Education, Law & Social, Community & Government Services |
Early childhood educators and assistants |
42202 |
5 |
|
Health |
Dentists |
31110 |
6 |
|
General practitioners and family physicians |
31102 |
6 |
|
|
Licensed practical nurses |
32101 |
5 |
|
|
Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates |
33102 |
5 |
|
|
Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses |
31301 |
6 |
|
|
Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine |
31100 |
6 |
|
|
Specialists in surgery |
31101 |
6 |
|
|
Manufacturing & Utilities |
Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers |
94141 |
4 |
|
Natural & Applied Science |
Civil engineering technologists and technicians |
22300 |
5 |
|
Civil engineers |
21300 |
6 |
|
|
Industrial and manufacturing engineers |
21321 |
6 |
|
|
Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians |
22301 |
5 |
|
|
Mechanical engineers |
21301 |
6 |
|
|
User support technicians |
22221 |
5 |
|
|
Trade & Transport |
Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers |
72410 |
5 |
|
Carpenters |
72310 |
5 |
|
|
Concrete finishers |
73100 |
5 |
|
|
Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics |
72400 |
5 |
|
|
Construction trades helpers and labourers |
75110 |
4 |
|
|
Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics |
72402 |
5 |
|
|
Heavy-duty equipment mechanics |
72401 |
5 |
|
|
Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) |
73112 |
5 |
|
|
Plumbers |
72300 |
5 |
|
|
Welders and related machine operators |
72106 |
5 |
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April 19, 2025
Canada Ranks #1 in Student Pulse Survey for 2025
Canada ranks as the top study abroad destination in 2025. The Spring survey of 2025 revealed Canada as the most desired study abroad country, followed by the UK, the USA, Australia, Germany, and Ireland. Around 94% of international students have expressed their interest in studying in Canada.
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April 17, 2025
Latest Manitoba PNP draw invited 27 Candidates
On April 17, 2025, the Manitoba PNP issued 27 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to candidates under the Skilled Worker Overseas stream. The minimum score for the lowest-ranked candidate for the MPNP draw was 621.
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April 17, 2025
IRCC officially accepts CELPIP for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
IRCC has announced that it will consider CELPIP test scores when applying for a Canadian post-graduation work permit (PGWP). With a PGWP, students who have graduated from qualifying DLIs can live and work in Canada and gain quality work experience. Once taken, the CELPIP test is valid for two years.
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April 16, 2025
Three Alberta PNP Draws issued 81 invitations in April 2025
IRCC held three Alberta PNP Draws in the first two weeks of April 2025. A total of 81 invitations were issued through the latest Alberta PNP draws. The minimum score range for the draw was 53-71.
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April 14, 2025
CRS scores drop by 50-200 points after removal of Express Entry bonus points
The Express Entry program's CRS score composition has changed following the removal of additional points for arranged employment. The CRS scores of most candidates in the Express Entry pool dropped by 50 or 200 points, and the CRS score range of 501-600 saw a decrease of 5,740 profiles.
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April 14, 2025
Latest Express Entry Draw invited 825 PNP candidates
The first Express Entry draw of the month was held on April 14, 2025. The Express Entry Draw #342 issued 825 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) targeting Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. The score of the lowest-ranked candidate for the Express Entry draw #342 was 764.
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April 14, 2025
Canada raises federal wage to $17.75 per hour from April 2025
The Canadian government has increased the federal minimum wage, which was implemented in April 2025. The revised wages are $17.75 per hour, with a 2.4% increase. The changes in the minimum wages are aimed at supporting the income stability of the workers in Canada and will impact the employees in regulated sectors at a federal level.
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April 13, 2025
Newfoundland and New Brunswick issued invitations through the latest EOI system.
Newfoundland and New Brunswick invited candidates through the latest EOI system in the second week of April. NLPNP invited 256 candidates on April 8, 3035, through the AIP and NLPNP programs, while the NBPNP draw invited 477 candidates on April 7 and 8, 2025, through the NB skilled worker stream.
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April 12, 2025
New Brunswick will not accept new PR applications for the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
New Brunswick will no longer be accepting new PR applications for the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), as it reached its cap of 1,250 spaces on April 4, 2025. However, new applications submitted on or prior to April 4, 2025, will be processed.
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April 10, 2025
Canada announces the first set of occupations for the new PR pathways in 2025
Canada announced two new permanent residence pathways, the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP), on January 30, 2025. Timmins, one of the participating communities, has now released the first set of priority occupations for the PR pathways.
The list of priority occupations for RCIP and FCIP are as follows:
| Priority occupations for RCIP | |
| Occupation | NOC Code |
| Accounting technicians and bookkeepers | 12200 |
| Administrative officers | 13100 |
| Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians | 32104 |
| Automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers | 74203 |
| Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers | 72410 |
| Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics | 72400 |
| Construction trades helpers and labourers | 75110 |
| Early childhood educators and assistants | 42202 |
| Elementary school and kindergarten teachers | 41221 |
| Financial advisor | 11102 |
| Geological and mineral technologists and technicians | 22101 |
| Heavy equipment operators | 73400 |
| Heavy-duty equipment mechanics | 72401 |
| Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations | 44101 |
| Industrial electricians | 72201 |
| Labourers in wood, pulp and paper processing | 95103 |
| Licensed practical nurses | 32101 |
| Medical laboratory technologists | 32120 |
| Metallurgical and materials engineers | 21322 |
| Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates | 33102 |
| Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses | 31301 |
| Social and community service workers | 42201 |
| Transport truck drivers | 73300 |
| Underground production and development miners | 83100 |
| Welders and related machine operators | 72106 |
| Priority occupations for FCIP | |
| Occupation | NOC Code |
| Accounting technicians and bookkeepers | 12200 |
| Administrative assistants | 13110 |
| Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians | 32104 |
| Automotive and heavy truck and equipment parts installers and servicers | 74203 |
| Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers | 72410 |
| Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics | 72400 |
| Construction trades helpers and labourers | 75110 |
| Early childhood educators and assistants | 42202 |
| Elementary school and kindergarten teachers | 41221 |
| Heavy-duty equipment mechanics | 72401 |
| Heavy equipment operators | 73400 |
| Home support workers, caregivers and related occupations | 44101 |
| Industrial electricians | 72201 |
| Labourers in wood, pulp and paper processing | 95103 |
| Legal administrative assistants | 13111 |
| Licensed practical nurses | 32101 |
| Medical laboratory technologists | 32120 |
| Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates | 33102 |
| Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses | 31301 |
| Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators | 84120 |
| Social and community service workers | 42201 |
| Transport truck drivers | 73300 |
| Underground production and development miners | 83100 |
| Welders and related machine operators | 72106 |
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April 03, 2025
Manitoba PNP draw issued 4 invitations on April 3, 2025
The most recent Manitoba PNP draw was conducted on April 3, 2025. The MPNP draw issued 4 invitations through the Skilled Worker Overseas stream to candidates with a minimum score of 721.
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April 03, 2025
British Columbia set to increase from June 2025
British Columbia will increase the minimum wages for paid workers starting June 2025. According to the latest changes, the minimum hourly wage will increase to $17.85 from the current $17.40.
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March 31, 2025
Canada updates visa processing times starting March 2025
Canada has announced the latest visa processing times for several visas, including Visitor visas, Super visas, study permits, work permits, PR cards, etc. The updated processing times will be implemented from March 2025.
The table below has details of the updated Canada visa processing time:
|
Type of Visa |
Updated Processing Time |
|
Citizenship Grant |
9 months |
|
Citizenship certificate |
4 months |
|
Permanent resident (PR) Card |
16 days |
|
PR card Renewal |
14 days |
|
Tourist Visa (for Indians applying from outside Canada) |
83 days |
|
Tourist Visa (for candidates applying from inside Canada) |
15 days |
|
Tourist Visa (from the US) |
20 days |
|
Tourist Visa (from Nigeria) |
132 days |
|
Tourist Visa (from Pakistan) |
17 days |
|
Tourist Visa (from the Philippines) |
14 days |
|
Tourist Visa Extension |
119 days |
|
Super Visa (for Indians) |
133 days |
|
Super Visa (from the US) |
241 days |
|
Super Visa (from Nigeria) |
40 days |
|
Super Visa (from Pakistan) |
118 days |
|
Super Visa (from Philippines) |
119 days |
|
Student Visa (for Indians) |
15 weeks |
|
Student Visa (from the US) |
5 weeks |
|
Student Visa (from Nigeria) |
7 weeks |
|
Student Visa (from Pakistan) |
8 weeks |
|
Student Visa (from the Philippines) |
5 weeks |
|
Student Visa Extension |
114 days |
|
Work Permits (For Indians applying from outside Canada) |
20 weeks |
|
Work Permits (from the US) |
81 weeks |
|
Work Permits (from Nigeria) |
15 weeks |
|
Work Permits (from Pakistan) |
8 weeks |
|
Work Permits (from the Philippines) |
5 weeks |
|
Work Permits (from inside Canada) |
111 days |
|
Seasonal Agricultural Worker Programme |
12 days |
|
International Experience Canada (IEC) |
2 weeks |
|
Electronic Travel Authorisation |
5 minutes |
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March 27, 2025
Rachel Bendayan: What Canada’s New Immigration Minister Means for PR, Work Permits & Students
The new Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney, has announced Rachel Bendayan as the next Canadian immigration minister. The new cabinet is expected to introduce new immigration changes in 2025.
Some of the changes under the new immigration policy could include:
- Capping immigration to meet a sustainable trend
- Giving priority to temporary residents in Canada for PR
- Keeping a count on the number of temporary foreign workers in the country
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March 25, 2025
"NO" more CRS points for a valid job offer under Canada’s Express Entry
Canada will no longer give any bonus additional CRS points for candidates with a job offer (including LMIA-based). The new changes will not impact candidates with ITA and PR applications currently being processed. The latest changes were announced and are effective from March 25, 2025.
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March 21, 2025
MPNP Draw issues 108 ITAs to skilled workers
The MPNP draw on March 21, 2025, issued 108 invitations to skilled workers under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas streams. The score range of the lowest-ranked candidate was 705-844.
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March 21, 2025
IRCC issues 7,500 ITAs in the fourth draw of the month
IRCC held the fourth draw of the month on March 21, 2025, and issued 7,500 ITAs. The latest Express Entry draw #341 targeted French-speaking professionals with a minimum CRS score of 379.
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March 21, 2025
Alberta PNP draw issued 17 invitations under the Alberta Express Entry Stream.
IRCC held the latest Alberta PNP draws on March 5 & 6, 2025. Alberta issued four invitations under the Law Enforcement Pathway on March 5, 2025, with a minimum score of 48. On March 6, 2025, the Alberta PNP issued 13 invitations for priority sectors, such as Aviation, with a minimum score of 53.
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March 18, 2025
IRCC removes the field-of-study restriction for international students
Canada has announced removing the field-of-study requirements, easing the PGWP rules for international students. As per the latest announcement, graduates who meet the language requirements in English or French can be eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit without the field-of-study restriction.
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March 17, 2025
The latest Express Entry Draw issued 536 ITAs.
IRCC held the latest Express Entry Draw on March 17, 2025, issuing 536 ITAs to eligible PNP candidates. The Express Entry Draw #340 was the third draw of this month. The CRS score of the lowest-ranked candidate was 736.
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March 17, 2025
Canada Announces study permit exemptions for selective construction trade apprentices.
IRCC has announced study permit exemptions for specific temporary foreign workers from the construction sector. To qualify for the apprentice programs, one must have a valid Canadian work permit, a job offer in any of the construction-related occupations, and an apprenticeship agreement with the concerned employer.
The table below has the list of 20+ occupations that are eligible for the study permit exemptions:
|
Occupation |
NOC Code |
|
Bricklayers |
72320 |
|
Cabinetmakers |
72311 |
|
Carpenters |
72310 |
|
Civil engineering technologists and technicians |
22300 |
|
Civil engineers |
21300 |
|
Concrete finishers |
73100 |
|
Construction estimators |
22303 |
|
Construction managers |
70010 |
|
Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics |
72400 |
|
Electrical mechanics |
72422 |
|
Electricians (except industrial and power system) |
72200 |
|
Floor covering installers |
73113 |
|
Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics |
72402 |
|
Heavy-duty equipment mechanics |
72401 |
|
Home building and renovation managers |
70011 |
|
Industrial electricians |
72201 |
|
Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) |
73112 |
|
Plumbers |
72300 |
|
Roofers and shinglers |
73110 |
|
Sheet metal workers |
72102 |
|
Water well drillers |
72501 |
|
Welders and related machine operators |
72106 |
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March 13, 2025
Canadian Labour Force Survey reports a 387,000 increase in Canada’s Employment Rate
The latest Canadian Labour Force Survey suggests a 387,000 increase in Canada’s employment as of February 2025. The employment rates rose in industries like wholesale and retail with a 1.7% growth. Employment increased among core-aged women between the ages of 25-54. Canada's unemployment rate is 6.6% as of February 2025.
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March 10, 2025
IRCC sent Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for PGP on March 7, 2025
On March 7, 2025, IRCC issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for Canada PGP. Canadian PR holders can sponsor their parents and grandparents through the program to apply for Canada PR this year. IRCC plans to accept 10,000 PGP applications in 2025.
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March 06, 2025
Two Canada PNP draws issue 137 Invitations.
IRCC held two PNP draws in the third week of March 2025. The BC PNP draw and the PEI PNP draw issued 137 invitations. On March 18, 2025, the BC PNP draw issued 13 Entrepreneur Immigration invitations under the base and regional streams. The minimum score range for the BC PNP Draw was 115-123. On March 20, 2025, the PEI PNP draw issued 124 Labour & Express Entry Invitations.
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March 06, 2025
Latest Expression of Interest Draw (EOI) Draw issued 111 LAAs
The most recent Expression of Interest Draw was held on March 6, 2025. Around 111 Letters of Advice to Apply or LAAs were issued to candidates under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas streams. The score range of the lowest-ranked candidate was 724-861.
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March 06, 2025
The first NB PNP Draw of 2025 issued 498 ITAs.
New Brunswick issued its first PNP draw on March 5 & 6, 2025, collectively issuing 498 ITAs. The latest NB PNP Draw targeted candidates from the New Brunswick Experience pathway and the New Brunswick Graduates pathway under the New Brunswick Skilled Worker stream. The NB PNP draw did not have a minimum cut-off score for the draw.
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March 06, 2025
Express Entry Draw issued ITAs for 4,500 eligible French Professionals
The latest Express Entry Draw issued invites for 4500 eligible French Professionals on March 6, 2025. The minimum CRS score for #399 Express Entry Draw was 410.
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March 05, 2025
New Brunswick to accept new EOIs for Two Express Entry-aligned pathways starting March 5, 2025
Starting March 5, 2025, New Brunswick will accept EOIs under two Express Entry-aligned pathways, such as the Employment in New Brunswick and New Brunswick Interests pathways.
The table below has the occupations that the province will not consider:
|
Job Title |
NOC Code |
|
Accounting technicians and bookkeepers |
12200 |
|
Administrative assistants |
13110 |
|
Bakers |
63202 |
|
Cooks |
63200 |
|
Food service supervisors |
62020 |
|
Restaurant and food service managers |
60030 |
|
Retail and wholesale trade managers |
60020 |
|
Retail sales supervisors |
62010 |
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March 03, 2025
Express Entry Draw invites 725 PNP candidates
The latest Express Entry Draw, held on March 3, 2025, was a category-based draw. The draw issued 725 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to PNP candidates. The CRS score of the lowest-ranked candidate was 667.
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March 01, 2025
IRCC Announced new Express Entry categories starting March 1, 2025
On February 27, 2025, IRCC announced changes to the Express Entry categories, including a new list of categories and priority categories for 2025. The priority categories for ITAs issued through category-based Express Entry in 2205 are French-language proficiency, Healthcare and Social service occupations, Trades occupations, and Education occupations. The new Express Entry categories will be effective starting March 1, 2025.
The updated list of Express Entry categories is given below:
- French-language proficiency
- Healthcare and Social service occupations
- Agriculture and agri-food occupations
- Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) occupations
- Trades occupations
- Education occupations
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February 27, 2025
Quebec announces a cap on study permit applications
On February 26, 2025, Quebec announced a cap for study permit applications. Quebec will accept nearly 124,760 study permit applications from February 26, 2025, to February 26, 2026. The cap on international student applications is effective for applications submitted after February 26, 2025.
| Post secondary institutions | Number of study permit applications that will be accepted |
| Vocational training | 32,261 |
| Colleges | 29,200 |
| Universities | 63,299 |
| Total | 1,24,760 |
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February 26, 2025
Canada Releases Eligibility Criteria for the HCWP
IRCC has announced the eligibility criteria for the HCWP program that leads to permanent residency.
To qualify for the HCWP, you must fulfill the below criteria:
- Score a minimum of CLB 4 in English or French languages
- Complete at least a secondary school diploma
- Have 6 months of work experience or 6 months of home care training certificate
- A job offer from a Canadian household or organization
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February 26, 2025
NTNP to Reopen on February 27, 2025
The Northwest Territories Nominee Program will reopen on February 27, 2025, and will process 150 applications this year 2025. Candidates can apply for the NTNP between 9 AM MT on February 27, 2025, and 5 PM MT on March 6, 2025. This year, the NTNP will process 150 applications, 90 new applications, and 60 applications submitted in 2024.
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February 25, 2025
Newfoundland and Labrador Introduced New Online EOI System
Newfoundland and Labrador introduced a new application process for the provincial immigration pathways starting February 19, 2025. Candidates looking to apply for PNP and AIP must now create an EOI through the online EOI system.
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February 24, 2025
SINP to temporarily halt intakes for job-offer-based pathways to PR
SINP has announced that it will stop the new Job Approval Forms (JAFs) starting February 18, 2025. Employers and foreign nationals who have not submitted JAFs to the SINP can no longer receive nominations under SINP’s job-offer-based streams.
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February 20, 2025
Manitoba PNP and PEI PNP Draws issued 128 Invitations on February 20, 2025
Two Canadian provinces held PNP draws on February 20, 2025, issuing 128 invitations. The Manitoba PNP draw issued 41 LAAs to candidates under the International Education Stream and the Skilled Worker Overseas. The minimum score required for the Skilled Worker Overseas category was 612. The latest PEI PNP Draw issued 87 Labour & Express Entry invitations.
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February 19, 2025
Latest Express Entry Draw #337 invites 6,500 French-speaking Candidates
The most recent Express Entry Draw was held on February 19, 2025. The Express Entry Draw #337 invited 6,500 French-speaking professionals to apply for Canada PR. The CRS score of the candidate with the lowest ranking was 428.
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February 17, 2025
646 PNP candidates through the latest Express Entry Draw
IRCC conducted the latest Express Entry draw on February 17, 2025, and issued 646 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to PNP candidates. The minimum CRS score required to qualify for the draw was 750.
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February 17, 2025
Young Professionals with IEC work permit to receive 200 bonus points
As per the latest updates, Young Professionals with an IEC work permit under the Young Professionals category can score up to 200 extra points for Express Entry. Even the candidates who received an IEC work permit before December 18, 2024 can qualify for the additional points.
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February 11, 2025
Canada Labour Force Survey suggests a 76,000 employment rise in Jan 2025
The recent Labour Force Survey reports a 76,000 increase in Canada’s employment in January 2025. The employment also increased by 31,000 for youth aged 15-24, while the overall unemployment rate decreased by 0.1%. Provinces like Ontario, New Brunswick, and British Columbia registered an increase in employment, with the manufacturing sector securing high employment gains.
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February 10, 2025
Latest Alberta PNP Draws issued 308 Invitations
The first Alberta PNP draw of 2025 was held on February 3, followed by two more draws on February 5th and 6th. A total of 308 invitations were issued via the Dedicated Healthcare Pathway and Rural Renewal Stream. While the Dedicated Healthcare pathway targeting healthcare professionals issued 118 invitations, the Rural Renewal Stream issued 190 invitations through the Alberta PNP draws.
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February 10, 2025
List of Best Employers in Canada for 2025
Forbes, in partnership with Statista, surveyed more than 40,000 Canada-based employees to identify the best employers in Canada. The employers were evaluated on factors such as salary, training programs, work flexibility, and opportunities for career growth. Google took the 1st position on Canada’s best employers 2025.
|
Rank |
Company |
Score |
Industry |
|
1 |
|
100 |
IT Software & Services |
|
2 |
Microsoft |
99.37 |
IT Software & Services |
|
3 |
Concordia University |
98.5 |
Education |
|
4 |
Hydro-Québec |
98.49 |
Utilities |
|
5 |
Hershey's |
98.02 |
Food, Soft Beverages, Alcohol & Tobacco |
|
6 |
McMillan |
97.71 |
Professional Services |
|
7 |
Bank of Canada |
95.57 |
Government Services |
|
8 |
Adidas |
95.28 |
Clothing, Shoes, Sports Equipment |
|
9 |
Canadian Institute for Health Information |
95.18 |
Health Care Equipment & Services |
|
10 |
Pratt & Whitney |
95.15 |
Aerospace & Defense |
|
11 |
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) |
95.04 |
Insurance |
|
12 |
Parks Canada |
94.9 |
Government Services |
|
13 |
Fisheries and Oceans Canada |
94.89 |
Government Services |
|
14 |
Desjardins |
94.82 |
Banking and Financial Services |
|
15 |
Lululemon Athletica |
94.8 |
Clothing, Shoes, Sports Equipment |
|
16 |
Université Laval |
94.5 |
Education |
|
17 |
Ontario Power Generation |
94.05 |
Utilities |
|
18 |
BC Hydro |
93.94 |
Utilities |
|
19 |
Manitoba Hydro |
93.93 |
Utilities |
|
20 |
Shopify |
93.74 |
IT Software & Services |
|
21 |
WorkSafeBC |
93.68 |
Government Services |
|
22 |
Citizenship and Immigration Canada |
93.45 |
Government Services |
|
23 |
Acuren |
93.37 |
Business Services & Supplies |
|
24 |
OpenText |
93.08 |
IT Software & Services |
|
25 |
Home Hardware |
92.81 |
Retail and Wholesale |
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February 08, 2025
New Brunswick Announces International Recruitment Events
New Brunswick announced international recruitment events to connect professionals from around the world with employers in New Brunswick, Canada. The events will be held in February in the UAE, Qatar, and the Philippines in March. The table below provides more information about the recruitment events:
| Event Date | Category | Place of the event |
| February 9, 2025 | Healthcare and Education Mission | Dubai, UAE Doha, Qatar |
| February 11 - 13, 2025 | ||
| March 22 & 23 - March 25, 2025 | Long-term Care Mission Philippines | Manila and Cebu |
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February 06, 2025
Manitoba PNP Draw #238 Issued 76 LAAs
The latest Manitoba PNP Draw issued 76 LAAs. The MPNP draw was conducted on February 6, 2025 and issued invitations under the International Education and Skilled Worker Overseas streams. The minimum score to qualify for the Skilled Worker Overseas stream was 612.
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February 06, 2025
New Brunswick to Resume Immigration Programs
The Canadian government announced 2,750 nomination spaces for New Brunswick immigration programs. The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program would have 1500 spaces and the Atlantic Immigration Program would have 1250 spaces. The table below offers more details about the immigration programs.
|
Stream
|
Status | Details |
| New Brunswick Express Entry | Two pathways to accept Expressions of Interest | Acceptance of NOIs under the following pathway: Employment in New Brunswick and New Brunswick Interests. |
| New Brunswick Strategic Initiative | No acceptance of new NOIs | Not Seeking Applications |
| Private Career College Graduate Program | Accepting EOIs | Ends in Autumn, 2025. |
| New Brunswick Skilled Worker | Accepting EOIs | Divided into three streams |
| New Brunswick Business Immigration | Accepting EOIs | Candidates whose business has been running for six months or more are eligible to apply for nomination. |
| New Brunswick Critical Worker Pilot | Accepting applications | NA |
| Atlantic Immigration Program | Accepting applications | NA |
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February 05, 2025
Canada Express Entry Draw Issues 4000 ITAs to CEC Candidates
On February 5, 2025, Canada issued 4000 ITAs to CEC program candidates through the latest Express Entry draw. Candidates with a minimum score of 521 were issued ITAs to apply for Canada PR via Express Entry draw #335.
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February 04, 2025
Latest Express Entry Draw Issues 455 ITAs for Canada PNP Candidates
The Express Entry draw conducted on February 4, 2025, issued ITAs to 455 PNP candidates to apply for Canada PR. The CRS score of the lowest-ranking candidate was 802.
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February 04, 2025
Canada Releases LMIA-exempt Work Permit Quotas for 2025
IEC has announced the LMIA-exempt work permit quotas for 2025. Youth from countries with bilateral youth mobility agreements (bYMAs) with Canada can obtain a work permit under the Working Holiday category, the Young Professionals category, and the International Co-op categories of IEC. To qualify, applicants must be 18-35 years of age.
The table below has the country quotas of LMIA-exempt work permits that will be issued in 2025:
|
Country |
Working Holiday |
Young Professionals |
International Co-op |
Age limit |
|
Andorra |
25 |
N/A |
N/A |
30 |
|
Australia |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
35 |
|
Austria |
100 |
60 |
20 |
35 |
|
Belgium |
750 |
N/A |
N/A |
30 |
|
Chile |
725 |
20 |
5 |
35 |
|
Costa Rica |
80 |
15 |
5 |
35 |
|
Croatia |
85 |
10 |
5 |
35 |
|
Denmark |
350 |
N/A |
N/A |
35 |
|
Estonia |
110 |
10 |
5 |
35 |
|
France |
6,615 |
2,080 |
3,590 |
35 |
|
Germany |
3,490 |
350 |
160 |
35 |
|
Greece |
180 |
10 |
10 |
35 |
|
Hong Kong |
200 |
N/A |
N/A |
30 |
|
Ireland |
3,800 |
150 |
50 |
35 |
|
Italy |
1,750 |
200 |
50 |
35 |
|
Japan |
6,500 |
N/A |
N/A |
30 |
|
Korea, Rep. |
10,000 |
1,500 |
500 |
35 |
|
Latvia |
40 |
8 |
2 |
35 |
|
Lithuania |
175 |
20 |
5 |
35 |
|
Luxembourg |
80 |
10 |
10 |
30 |
|
Netherlands |
430 |
170 |
N/A |
30 |
|
New Zealand |
2,500 |
N/A |
N/A |
35 |
|
Norway |
130 |
15 |
5 |
35 |
|
Poland |
435 |
110 |
5 |
35 |
|
Portugal |
750 |
40 |
10 |
35 |
|
San Marino |
25 |
N/A |
N/A |
35 |
|
Slovakia |
315 |
30 |
5 |
35 |
|
Slovenia |
80 |
15 |
5 |
35 |
|
Spain |
800 |
120 |
30 |
35 |
|
Sweden |
350 |
40 |
10 |
30 |
|
Switzerland |
N/A |
200 |
50 |
35 |
|
Taiwan |
940 |
50 |
10 |
35 |
|
United Kingdom |
9,000 |
900 |
100 |
30 |
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January 30, 2025
New Canada PR pathways launched under FCIP and RCIP
Canada will welcome eligible professionals under the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) and Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). Candidates with intermediate-level French proficiency and a valid employment contract outside Quebec can obtain Canada PR via the FCIP. The RCIP will welcome professionals who can fill the labor gaps in rural communities and are planning for a long-term stay in Canada.
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January 28, 2025
BC PNP Draw Issues 10 Entrepreneur Immigration Invitations
British Columbia held the latest BC PNP draw for the Entrepreneur Immigration category on January 28, 2025. The BC PNP draw invited 10 candidates from Base and Regional streams. The minimum score required for the BC PNP draw was 123.
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January 29, 2025
Canada to launch new Home Care Caregiver Program
Canada’s will be launching a new Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots Program that will be implemented from March 31, 2025. The new program is a replacement of the Home Support Worker Pilot and Home Child Care Provider Pilot programs. Candidates can benefit from Canada PR on arrival and flexible work opportunities through the program.
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January 29, 2025
Canada Announces Changes to the Super Visa Requirements
IRCC announced revisions to the requirements for the Canada Super Visa. According to the new changes, health insurance bought outside Canada will be valid when applying for the Super Visa, compared to the previous policy, where the applicant had to purchase health insurance from a provider in Canada. The changes expanded the pool of options and will ease the reunification of families.
The medical coverage taken outside Canada must fulfill the following for it to be valid:
- Must be issued by a company that the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions authorizes
- Listed in federally regulated financial institutions by OSFI
- Granted under the company's insurance business that is based in Canada
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January 27, 2025
OINP Changes Policies for Physicians under the Foreign Worker Stream
On January 27, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program announced that Physicians do not require an employment offer to be eligible for the Foreign Worker Stream, provided they fulfill other criteria such as:
- Eligibility to receive payments for any of the publicly sponsored health services
- Be registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario with a certificate in any of the below categories:
- Independent Practice
- Academic practice
- Postgraduate degree
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January 25, 2025
IRCC to issue 437,000 student Visas in 2025
Canada plans to issue 437,000 study visas to international students in 2025. The breakdown of total study permit allocations for 2025 is given in the table below:
| Study permits issued to international student in 2025 | |
| Graduate degree students | 73,282 |
| Kindergarten to grade 12 applicants (PAL/TAL-exempt) | 72,200 |
| All other PAL/TAL-exempt applicants | 48,524 |
| Remaining PAL/TAL-required cohorts | 2,42,994 |
| Total | 4,37,000 |
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January 25, 2025
PEI and Manitoba hold PNP Draws to issue 150 ITAs
Two Canadian provinces, Prince Edward Island and Manitoba, recently held PNP draws to invite 150 candidates to apply for Canada PR. The Manitoba PNP, held on January 23, 2025, issued 128 LAAs to candidates with a minimum score of 609. The PEI PNP, held on January 24, 2025, invited 22 candidates from the Labour and Express Entry stream.
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January 24, 2025
IRCC Announces Open Work Permit Extension for PNP Candidates
Canadian Open work permit’s validity has been extended to 2 years for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. Candidates who have been issued a valid Letter of Employment and letter of support from the province and territory of Canada they live in are eligible to apply for the open work permit. An Open Work Permit allows newcomers to work in any industry for any employer. The new policy is valid till December 31, 2025.
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January 23, 2025
Express Entry Draw #333 issued 4,000 ITAs
The most recent Express Entry draw, held on January 23, 2025, invited 4,000 CEC candidates to apply for Canada PR. The minimum CRS score required to qualify for the draw was 527.
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January 23, 2025
Newfoundland and Labrador: Virtual Job Fair 2025
Newfoundland and Labrador is looking for skilled foreign talent and will conduct virtual job fairs on January 23 and 28, 2025. Jobseekers from across the globe looking to work in Canada can register online for the event. Attending the job fair, you can explore work opportunities, connect with top recruiters, and attend immigration sessions with Immigration officials.
You can refer to the table below for complete details of the Job fair:
|
Audience |
Event Date |
Event Time |
|
General audience |
Jan 23, 2025 |
9:00 am — 4 pm (NST) |
|
Early Childhood Educators and Primary and Secondary (K-12) Teachers |
Jan 28, 2025 |
9:00 am — 4 pm (NST) |
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January 22, 2025
IRCC Releases TEER 2 and 3 Jobs Eligible for Spousal open work permit
On January 14, 2025, IRCC announced that only the spouses of foreign workers in TEER 0, TEER 1, or selective TEER 2 & 3 occupations can apply for a Spousal open work permit. The Canadian Government has released the list of TEER 2 and TEER 3 occupations eligible for a spousal open work permit. The changes were effective from January 21, 2025.
The table below has the lists of eligible TEER 2 and 3 jobs for a Spousal open work permit:
| TEER 2 NOC Group | Group Name |
| NOC group 22 | Technical Occupations Related to Natural and Applied Sciences |
| NOC group 32 | Technical Occupations in Health |
| NOC group 42 | Front-Line Public Protection Services and Paraprofessional Occupations in Legal, Social, Community, Education, Services |
| NOC group 72 | Technical Trades and Transportation Officers and Controllers |
| NOC group 82 | Supervisors in Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Related Production |
| TEER 3 NOC Group | Group Name |
| NOC group 33 | Assisting Occupations in Support of Health Services |
| NOC group 43 | Assisting Occupations in Education and in Legal and Public Protection |
| NOC group 43 | Assisting Occupations in Education and in Legal and Public Protection |
| NOC group 53 | Occupations in Art, Culture, and Sport |
| NOC group 73 | General Trades |
| NOC group 83 | Occupations in Natural Resources and Related Production |
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January 21, 2025
Canada Announces Study Permit Cap for 2025
The Canadian Government announced the cap for study permit applications in 2025. This year, the cap is 505,162, effective from January 22 to December 31, 2025. Applicants seeking renewal of their current study permits and those with a temporary resident permit are exempt from this cap.
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January 20, 2025
Major Express Entry Changes to Expect in 2025
IRCC will be introducing new changes to the Express Entry system this year. The list of Express Entry changes to take effect in 2025 is as follows:
- Express Entry applicants with a valid job offer will no longer receive additional CRS points starting in spring 2025.
- The Federal Economic Priorities and In-Canada Focus are the two new sub-categories that will replace the Federal High Skilled (FHS) Allocations.
- The total immigration admission targets for 2025 will be 124,590, up from 110,770 last year.
- Category-based selections will receive more priority, particularly those in the Healthcare and Trades occupations, including French-language proficiency.
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January 18, 2025
Ontario Launches New Pilot Pathway to Canada PR
The Ontario PNP program has introduced a new pilot pathway for permanent residence in Canada. The new Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot program is looking to attract nearly 800 highly skilled and talented professionals primarily to the four provinces listed below:
- Lanark
- Leeds and Grenville
- Sarnia-Lambton
- Thunder Bay
Candidates with a job offer can apply through any of the below streams:
- Foreign Worker Stream
- International Student Stream
- In-Demand Skills Stream
Applicants selected through the pilot program will receive a provincial nomination to apply for Canada PR.
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January 17, 2025
New Tax Changes in Canada to Affect Start-Up Visa Candidates in 2025
Canada is set to introduce new changes to its tax system that might affect Start-up visa applicants in 2025. The updated tax changes could include:
- Transition to an online mailing system for businesses
- Increase in Canada’s pension plans
- Capital gains will now have a new inclusion rate
- The reporting requirements for trusts have now been updated
- New regulations for short-term rental operators
- New updates to the online service platforms
- Introduction of new tools such as the Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) Self-Assessment Tool
- Major changes to filing tax returns
- Relief for T4/T4A reporting for tax year 2024
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January 15, 2025
4 invitations issued via the latest OINP Draw
Onatrio conducted the first PNP draw of the year on January 15, 2025. The OINP draw issued 4 invitations through the Economic Mobility Pathways Project. Candidates were invited to apply for Canada PR under the Foreign Worker stream.
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January 15, 2025
Employment in Canada rose by 91,000 as of December 2024
The recent StatCan reports suggested that as of December 2024, Canada’s employment rose by 91,000, with an increase in the employment rate of 0.2%. Canadian provinces such as Saskatchewan, Ontario, Nova Scotia, British Columbia, and Alberta witnessed increased employment.
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January 14, 2025
Canada Announces Strict Open Work permit rules for families of workers and International students in 2025
Canada is set to introduce stricter rules for families of international students and workers who want to apply for an Open work permit. Only the spouses or partners of international students registered in specific programs will be eligible to apply for a family open work permit (OWP). Workers from specific sectors with a minimum validity of 16 months on their work permits can have their spouses apply for an Open work permit. These new changes are effective starting January 21, 2025.
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January 09, 2025
Latest Manitoba PNP draw issued 197 LAAs
The first Manitoba PNP draw was conducted on January 9, 2025, and 197 LAAs were issued. Invitations were issued via the Skilled Worker in Manitoba, and Skilled Worker Overseas streams to candidates with a minimum score range of 615-838.
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January 08, 2025
The Second Express Entry Draw of 2025 issued 1,350 ITAs
The second Express Entry draw of the year took place on January 8, 2025. The Express Entry Draw #332 invited 1,350 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates to apply for Canada PR. 542 was the minimum CRS score required for the Express Entry draw.
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January 08, 2025
IRCC Likely to Add a New Education Category to Express Entry Draws in 2025
IRCC plans to add a new Education category for the Express Entry Draws this year. The education category will allow candidates to be employed in education-related occupations currently facing workforce shortages. The childcare and teaching sectors will be prioritized under the new category.
The occupations included under the Education category for the Express Entry Draws are as follows:
| NOC | Occupations |
| 41221 | Elementary school and kindergarten teacher |
| 43100 | Elementary and Secondary school teacher |
| 42202 | Early childhood and educators and Assistants |
| 41220 | Secondary school teachers |
| 41320 | Educational counsellors |
| 42203 | Instructors of Persons with Disabilities |
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January 08, 2025
Newfoundland and Labrador to hold Virtual Job Fair on January 23, 2025
Newfoundland and Labrador will conduct a virtual job fair on January 23, 2025. This is a great opportunity for foreign workers from around the world to connect with potential recruiters. Interested candidates can register online for the virtual event, which will be held from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM NST.
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January 07, 2025
New Skills Immigration Program Guide published by British Columbia
British Columbia published a new guide for the Skills Immigration Program. The British Columbia PNP applications will be assessed as per the policies and criteria in the new guide, effective from January 7, 2025.
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January 07, 2025
First Express Entry Draw of 2025 issues 471 ITAs
The first Express Entry Draw of 2025, held on January 7, issued 471 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The Express Entry draw #331 targeted PNP candidates with the lowest ranking score, 793. Candidates who received ITAs through the Express Entry draw can apply for Canada PR.
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January 07, 2025
Saskatchewan Introduces New Health Talent Pathway
Saskatchewan introduced a new Healthcare immigration pathway to attract skilled foreign healthcare professionals. The new Health Talent Pathway is for skilled healthcare workers who meet the below criteria:
- Have a valid employment offer in the province
- Fulfill other eligibility criteria for the Health talent pathway
- Must be willing to stay in Canada as a permanent resident
The list of required documents for the Health Talent Pathway include:
- Identity proof
- Professional experience
- Educational certificates
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January 07, 2025
Top 10 high-demand jobs for Canada Express Entry Candidates in 2025. Apply now!
The Canada Express Entry system is one of the most reliable and well-known immigration pathways for skilled professionals. Skilled workers can apply for Canada PR through the Express Entry program. Canada will have huge job opportunities for skilled workers across different sectors 2025. Candidates with a valid job offer can boost their chances of receiving an Invitation to apply for Canada PR.
The list of top 10 in-demand jobs for Express Entry applicants in 2025, with their average annual salary, is given in the table below:
| Job Role | NOC Code | Average Salary (per annum) |
| Software Developer/Engineer | NOC 21232 | $95,000 |
| Registered Nurse | NOC 31301 | $78,000 |
| Financial Analyst | NOC 11101 | $82,000 |
| Electrician | NOC 72410 | $65,000 |
| Mechanical Engineer | NOC 21301 | $85,000 |
| Data Analyst | NOC 21223 | $80,000 |
| Human Resources Manager | NOC 10011 | $105,000 |
| Marketing Specialist | NOC 11202 | $70,000 |
| Welder | NOC 72106 | $60,000 |
| Early Childhood Educator | NOC 42202 | $50,000 |
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January 06, 2025
Indians receive 120,720 Canada PRs in 2024
Indian nationals topped the list of countries that received Canada PRs in 2024. 120,720, nearly 40% of Canada's PRs, were issued to Indians alone last year. The Philippines, China, and Cameroon took the third, fourth, and fifth positions, respectively, to have received the most PRs in 2024.
You can refer to the table below for a list of the top 10 countries whose nationals became permanent residents of Canada in 2024:
| Total Number of PRs issued in 2024 | |||||||||||||
| Top 10 Countries | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Total | |
| India | 16,360 | 11,175 | 10,385 | 13,550 | 13,365 | 10,580 | 11,445 | 10,045 | 7,795 | 7,915 | 8,105 | 1,20,720 | |
| Philippines | 3,350 | 2,480 | 2,165 | 3,140 | 3,250 | 2,990 | 3,270 | 2,705 | 2,555 | 2,230 | 2,440 | 30,575 | |
| China | 3,320 | 2,825 | 1,995 | 2,425 | 2,560 | 2,745 | 3,185 | 2,520 | 2,385 | 2,000 | 2,405 | 28,365 | |
| Cameroon | 955 | 1,475 | 1,300 | 1,320 | 1,740 | 2,010 | 2,160 | 1,080 | 2,915 | 2,190 | 2,060 | 19,205 | |
| Nigeria | 1,705 | 1,510 | 1,480 | 1,910 | 2,040 | 1,870 | 1,770 | 1,445 | 1,955 | 1,670 | 1,520 | 18,875 | |
| Eritrea | 635 | 900 | 825 | 465 | 1,010 | 2,160 | 1,845 | 1,795 | 1,535 | 1,820 | 1,585 | 14,575 | |
| Afghanistan | 1,830 | 1,745 | 1,455 | 775 | 1,250 | 950 | 900 | 660 | 725 | 670 | 665 | 11,625 | |
| Pakistan | 895 | 945 | 800 | 925 | 945 | 1,120 | 1,110 | 840 | 1,090 | 1,155 | 1,095 | 10,920 | |
| Iran | 1,300 | 1,020 | 1,250 | 1,020 | 1,280 | 965 | 975 | 760 | 715 | 600 | 720 | 10,605 | |
| France | 830 | 705 | 545 | 940 | 1020 | 965 | 1,080 | 1,190 | 495 | 490 | 995 | 9,255 | |
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January 04, 2025
IRCC Expands fields of study under Canada PGWP in 2025
IRCC added one more eligible field of study for Canada’s Postgraduate Work Visa (PGWP). The Canadian Government had earlier, in October 2024, segregated the PGWP fields of study requirements into five main categories: Agriculture and agri-food, Healthcare, STEM, Trade, and Transport. IRCC has now added “Education” as the sixth field of study and has classified the PGWP-eligible programs using the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP).
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January 03, 2025
Canada Caps applications for the Agri-Food Pilot Program form 2025
IRCC will now be capping the total number of PR applications under the Agri-food Pilot Program. Starting in 2025, the government will now only take in 1,010 applications. Applications will be accepted until the cap is met or the pilot program ends (May 14, 2025).
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January 03, 2025
Canada Announces to halt New PGP Applications in 2025 temporarily
Canada has announced that it will not take any new Parents and grandparents sponsorship applications this year. This year, the Canadian government will process nearly 15,000 PGP applications sent in 2024.
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January 02, 2025
Yukon to shift to an intake-based application system for Yukon Nominee Program
Starting in 2025, Yukon will move to an intake-based system for applications in the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP). Applications for the YNP will now be capped at a set number of intakes. The first intake will happen on January 29, 2025, and will accept around 125 applications per the new guidelines.
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December 31, 2024
Total Canada Draws held in 2024
A total of 187,542 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued through the Canada Draws in 2024. The Express Entry draws issued 98,903 ITAs, while 7 Canadian provinces issued a total of 88,639 invitations to apply for Canada PR through Canada PNP draws.
| 187,542 Invitations Issued in 2024 | |||||||||||||
| Express Entry/ Province Draw | Jan | Feb | Mar | April | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total |
| Express Entry | 3280 | 16110 | 7305 | 9275 | 5985 | 1,499 | 25,125 | 10,384 | 5911 | 5961 | 5507 | 2561 | 98,903 |
| Alberta | 130 | 157 | 75 | 49 | 139 | 73 | 120 | 82 | 22 | 302 | 2200 | 1043 | 4392 |
| British Columbia | 1004 | 842 | 654 | 440 | 318 | 287 | 484 | 622 | 638 | 759 | 148 | 62 | 6258 |
| Manitoba | 698 | 282 | 104 | 690 | 1565 | 667 | 287 | 645 | 554 | 487 | 553 | 675 | 7207 |
| Ontario | 8122 | 6638 | 11092 | 211 | NA | 646 | 5925 | 2665 | 6952 | 3035 | NA | NA | 45286 |
| Prince Edward Island | 136 | 224 | 85 | 148 | 6 | 75 | 86 | 57 | 48 | 91 | 59 | 33 | 1048 |
| Quebec | 1007 | 2041 | 2493 | 2451 | 2791 | 4279 | 1560 | 4455 | 3067 | NA | NA | NA | 24144 |
| Saskatchewan | 13 | NA | 35 | 15 | NA | 120 | 13 | NA | 89 | 19 | NA | NA | 304 |
| Total | 14,390 | 26,294 | 21,843 | 13,279 | 10,804 | 7,646 | 33,600 | 18,910 | 17281 | 10654 | 8,467 | 4,374 | 1,87,542 |
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December 31, 2024
Top 10 High-Paying Job Roles in Canada in 2025. Apply now!
Canada is set to offer high salaries for skilled professionals across different sectors. Foreign workers who fulfill the criteria and have relevant experience and skill sets can earn high-paying jobs in the country.
Here is the list of the top 10 high-paying jobs in Canada for 2025:
| Industry | Salary range per annum |
| Skilled Trades | $33,660 - $65,840 |
| Business Administration | $43,200 - $104,800 |
| Customer Care | $48,200 - $133,000 |
| Finance and Accounting | $96,700 - $263,000 |
| Healthcare | $78,300 - $160,000 |
| Engineering and Design | $65,200 - $201,800 |
| Technology | $90,000 - $190,000 |
| Sales | $69,200 - $125,800 |
| Marketing and Communications | $66,400 - $225,100 |
| Education & Training | $65,000 - $180,000 |
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December 30, 2024
Ontario Provincial Nominee Program reaches its 2024 Allocation limit
The OINP program has reached its allocation limit for 2024. More than 22,000 invitations were issued through the Ontario PNP program under various streams. Further applications for the OINP program will be accepted under the 2025 allocation.
The table below has the complete list of invitations issued by the Ontario PNP program in 2024:
| OINP Stream | Number of ITAs issued |
| Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream | 6,695 |
| Employer Job Offer: International Student stream | 8,363 |
| Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills stream | 914 |
| Masters Graduate stream | 5,519 |
| PhD Graduate stream | 533 |
| Entrepreneur stream | 0 |
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December 27, 2024
Latest Manitoba EOI Draw issued 276 LAAs
The latest Manitoba Expression of Interest (EOI) draw issued 276 Letters of Advice (LAAs) to candidates via the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker in Manitoba streams. The minimum score range for EOI draw #235, held on December 27, 2024, was 632-857.
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December 26, 2024
Removal of points for LMIA-based Job offer to be effective from Spring 2025
IRCC has officially announced that the removal of LMIA-job offer points through the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) will be implemented starting in Spring 2025. The government had announced that it would stop issuing additional points for those with an LMIA job offer. Applicants with an LMIA job offer can still secure 50 additional CRS points until the new rule is enacted.
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December 21, 2024
IRCC Announces extension of the Open Work Permit policy for Temporary resident applicants
IRCC announced that it would extend the open work permit policy for temporary residents in Canada. As per the extension, temporary residents can apply to extend their Open Work permit while their Canada PR is being processed. Dependent children, eligible spouses, and common-law partners are eligible for the extension. The policy will now be extended until December 31, 2026.
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December 20, 2024
Canada International Experience Canada (IEC) Pool open for 2025. Apply now!
IRCC has announced that the IEC program pool 2025 is now open for youth from countries with a Bilateral Youth Mobility agreement with Canada. Youth between the ages of 18-35 can apply for the International Experience Canada (IEC) under any of the three IEc streams listed below:
- The Working Holiday category
- The Young Professionals category
- The International Co-op category
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December 20, 2024
Alberta PNP draws issued 1043 ITAs in December 2024
Alberta conducted 7 PNP draws in December 2024 and issued 1043 Invitations to Apply to candidates who fulfilled the eligibility criteria. Candidates who received invitations through the Alberta PNP Draws can apply for Canada PR.
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December 19, 2024
New Brunswick's Announces Upcoming International Recruitment Drive
New Brunswick released details of the new international recruitment drives for the coming year. New Brunswick conducts regular recruitment events to bring qualified foreign workers to enter and work in Canada.
The details of the upcoming recruitment events in New Brunswick are given in the table below:
| Healthcare and Education Mission | |
| Date | Location |
| Feburary 15-18, 2025 | Dubai, UAE |
| February 19-20, 2025 | Doha, Qatar |
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December 19, 2024
IRCC to eliminate LMIA-based job offer points from the Express Entry system
According to Marc Miller's statement on December 17, 2024, IRCC will eliminate the LMIA-based job offer points from Express Entry's Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) to stop and prevent LMIA fraud. A final date for when it will come into effect has yet to be announced, until which Express Entry applicants can continue receiving points for the LMIA-based employment offer.
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December 18, 2024
Manitoba PNP Draw issues 399 LAAs
The latest MPNP draw on December 18, 2024, granted eligible candidates 399 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs). The invitations were issued via the International Education Stream and Skilled Worker Overseas streams. The minimum score required to qualify for the draw was 630.
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December 18, 2024
Canada Releases New PR pathway for French-Speaking Professionals
IRCC released information about the eligibility criteria for the new pathway for French-speaking professionals starting in 2025. The new Francophone Community Immigration Class (FCIC) program allows French speakers to apply for Canada PR. Interested applicants would require recommendations and a valid job offer to qualify for the pathway. The Francophone Community Immigration Class will be valid for 5 years.
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December 18, 2024
IRCC Announces the Eligibility Criteria for the New Rural Immigration Pathway.
IRCC announced the eligibility criteria for the Rural Immigration Pathway to Canada PR. According to the guidelines, applicants must fulfill six key eligibility factors to qualify for the immigration program. These factors include language proficiency, work experience, job offer, educational qualifications, proof of funds, and an intent to stay in the country.
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December 18, 2024
Newfoundland and Labrador Announces Virtual Immigration Fair on January 23, 2025
Newfoundland and Labrador will conduct a virtual job fair for foreign nationals on January 23, 2025. The time for the job fair is 9:00 AM onwards to 4 PM NST. The job fair can expand your connections, giving you access to a global job market while meeting potential recruiters or employers. Interested candidates can register online.
December 17, 2024
Canada allows specific work permit holders to continue studies without student visa
Canada has now confirmed that certain work permit holders under the new Temporary Policy can study in Canada without a study permit. As per the policy, individuals who have applied for a work permit on or before June 7, 2023 can pursue studies in Canada without requiring a student visa. They can study in Canada with student visa exemptions until their work permit expires or until the Temporary Policy ends on June 27, 2026.
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December 16, 2024
The first PEI PNP Draw of December 2024 issued 31 ITAs
The first PEI PNP draw conducted on December 16, 2024, granted 33 Business Work Permit Entrepreneur and Labour & Express Entry invitations. The minimum score required to qualify for the Business Work Permit Entrepreneur stream was 125.
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December 16, 2024
Latest Express Entry Draw #330 issues 1,085 ITAs to PNP candidates
The latest Express Entry draw held on December 16, 2024 invited 1085 PNP candidates with a minimum CRS score of 727. This is the third Express Entry draw to be held in December 2024.
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December 14, 2024
IRCC Introduces new changes to International students changing Schools in 2025
IRCC announced new rules for international students looking to switch DLIs (Designated Learning Institutes) starting from 2025. International students can now study in Canada before the issuance of their new study permit, provided they have applied through the study permit extension application.
Note: Students who applied for a new study permit after November 1,2024 do not have to fulfill the new PGWP requirements.
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December 12, 2024
Canada to Launch 4 New Immigration Pathways in 2025
Canada will introduce four new immigration pathways for individuals seeking permanent residence there. The new PR pathways for foreign nationals will come into effect from 2025.
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New PR Pathway |
Who can apply? |
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Enhanced Caregiver Pilot Programs |
Home care workers like home support workers and home child care providers. |
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Rural Community Immigration Pilot |
Individuals who meet the labour shortage requirements in selective small rural Canadian communities |
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Francophone Community Immigration Pilot |
French language speakers who meet the labour shortages in select small communities outside the province of Quebec. |
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Manitoba’s West Central Immigration Initiative pilot |
Foreign workers who are looking to reside in Manitoba’s rural west-central region communities. |
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December 10, 2024
Latest British Columbia PNP draw issues 26 Skills Immigration Invitations
The most recent BC PNP draw conducted on December 10, 2024, issued 26 Invitations to candidates from the Skilled Worker and Entry Level & Semi-Skilled streams. The minimum score range required for the draw was 80-148.
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December 10, 2024
New Brunswick will host an International Recruitment Event for 2024-2025
From December 01, 2024, New Brunswick is hosting the International Recruitment Events. The below table has details of the New Brunswick International Recruitment Events 2024-2025:
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Date |
Name of the Event |
Venue |
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December 01-02, 2024 |
GNB Recruitment Mission (Health & Education) |
Nice, France |
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December 04, 2024 |
GNB Recruitment Mission (Health & Education) |
Paris, France |
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December 06, 2024 |
GNB Recruitment Mission (Health & Education) |
Rennes, France |
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January 23, 2025 |
Virtual Skilled Trades Recruitment |
Yet to be Announced. |
December 07, 2024
Canada will announce Salary increments for these Top five jobs in 2025
According to Randstad Canada, the salary for specific jobs in Canada will increase in 2025. The top five sectors, such as IT, finance, human resources, digital marketing, and automation technology, are expected to increase salary salaries
December 03, 2024
IRCC issued 21 invites to eligible candidates via the BC PNP Draw
British Columbia held the recent PNP draw on December 3, 2024. The latest PNP draw issued 21 invites for eligible candidates with the lowest ranks 108-141 points to apply for Canada PR.
December 03, 2024
IRCC issued 800 invites to French language professionals via the latest Express Entry Draw
The Latest Express Entry Draw was held on December 03, 2024. IRCC invited 800 eligible candidates for French Language Proficiency to apply for Canada PR, and the minimum score requirement for the draw was 466.
December 03, 2024
IRCC revised the Immigration fees, which will be effective from December 1, 2024
IRCC updated several Canadian visa applications, including Temporary resident permits, Canada visit visa, Canada student visa, Canada work permits, and more. The new fees will be effective December 1, 2024.
Below the table state the new immigration fees list:
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Application type |
New fee | Previous fee |
| Authorization to return to Canada | $479.75 | $459.55 |
| Inadmissible on the grounds of criminality | $239.75 | $229.77 |
| Inadmissible on the grounds of serious criminality | $1,199.00 | $1,148.87 |
| Restore your status as a student | $389.75 | $379.00 |
| Restore your status as a visitor | $239.75 | $229.00 |
| Restore your status as a worker | $394.75 | $384.00 |
| Temporary resident permit | $239.75 | $229.77 |
December 02, 2024
IRCC issued 676 ITAs via the first Express Entry Draw of December 2024
The 1st Express Entry for December 2024 issued 676 ITAs on December 02, 2024. The minimum CRS score to qualify for the draw was 705. The recent Express Entry Draw was a category-based draw for PNP candidates to apply for Canada PR.
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