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Jan 3, 2025 · Different emphasis for category-based selections. In 2025, IRCC is expected to focus more Express Entry draws on category-based selections that align with Canada’s labor market priorities (through the “Federal Economic Priorities” allocation in the annual Immigration Levels Plan).. Starting in 2023, IRCC began holding category-based draws to invite specific …

Jan 15, 2024 · As they move through the Canadian immigration process, many applicants may find delays in the processing of their immigration applications. While Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made headway in trying to reduce these delays, long waiting periods are often a common experience.. However, there are official routes that applicants can …

Jan 1, 2025 · Some newcomers arriving to Canada are eligible for settlement services. Newcomers can take advantage of these government-funded services, which are intended to help support them in adapting to life in Canada. Settlement services can help newcomers with tasks such as finding housing, improving language skills, finding employment, and even making new …

Dec 27, 2024 · We’ve seen major changes to Canada’s international student program in 2024. Major changes include Updated eligibility criteria for post-graduation work permits (PGWPs); Updated cost of living requirement; Closure of the Student Direct Stream and the Nigeria Student Express; Caps on study permit applications; Stricter rules for study permits; New rules …

Jan 4, 2025 · Provincial Nominee Programs. If you have a low Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score and don’t have a potential family sponsor and don’t qualify for any immigration pilots, going through a PNP program is quite likely to be your best shot at receiving an invitation to apply for Canadian permanent residency under an economic immigration program.. To qualify for …

Dec 20, 2024 · Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended its temporary public policy allowing temporary resident (TR) to permanent resident (PR) pathway applicants to receive longer open work permits (OWPs) while their applications are in process. This policy also extends the eligibility of spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children of principal …

Feb 29, 2024 · A visitor visa is needed to come to Canada as a tourist, or on a quick trip to visit family, or do business for individuals of many countries.. Anyone who is not a permanent or temporary resident of Canada (those with a work or study permit) will need a …

Jan 11, 2025 · In 2024, the Canadian federal government made major changes to LMIA-exempt work permits. This article will review the most significant changes impacting foreign nationals seeking to work in Canada, excepting under the Labour Market Impact Assessment-based Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), and the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). …

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