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British Columbia and Prince Edward Island issue PNP nominations this week

British Columbia (BC) and Prince Edward Island (PEI) have issued provincial immigration invitations this week. Except for Nunavut and Quebec, all of Canada’s provinces and territories use a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) to select and invite skilled immigrants to their region. These immigrants are specifically chosen by each local government based on the government’s belief […]

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How an ECA can help you immigrate to Canada

Many newcomers who want to immigrate to Canada will require some proof of their education level, and what equivalent it holds within the Canadian education system, to prove their eligibility. This is where an education credential assessment (ECA) serves a critical function for newcomers, helping to contextualize a candidate’s educational achievements for the Canadian immigration […]

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Study: Immigrants admitted to Canada as children have better education and work outcomes

A recent study by Statistics Canada has found that newcomers who settled in the country as children are more likely to pursue higher education—and to have better economic outcomes. In fact, this group of newcomers reported higher earnings than all other Canadian tax filers by the age of 25. Discover if You Are Eligible for […]

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What is RAMQ? A Guide for Newcomers to Quebec

Whether you’ve just arrived to Canada or are planning your move from another province, understanding how to access a health insurance plan in this francophone province is crucial.

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What if I am not invited to apply in an Express Entry draw?

While many individuals may receive an invitation to apply (ITA) for Canadian permanent residence (PR), many more may find their Express Entry profile expiring before this happens. Read on to learn what happens in these cases, and what candidates can do if their profile expires soon. As of April 2024, there are more than 200,000 […]

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A Guide to Accommodation for International Students In Canada

Canada’s excellent educational institutions, diverse and inclusive society, high quality of life, and post-graduation work opportunities make it an attractive choice for students from around the world.

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IRCC issues 2,095 ITAs in latest Express Entry draw

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) to Express Entry candidates in the third draw of the month. The department issued 2,095 ITAs in a general draw. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 529 to be considered. The two other draws of the month took place […]

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Statistics Canada releases new data on the educational achievements of racialized immigrants

Racialized immigrants across Canada, and especially racialized immigrant women, are now more educated than ever according to a recent Statistics Canada (StatsCan) release. Comparing data from Canadian censuses gathered in 2006 and 2021, StatsCan has put together its findings about what it calls “the evolution of the education of individuals aged 25 to 64 by […]

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Student Housing In Toronto

Are you a student heading to Toronto for your studies and wondering where to live? Deciding on accommodation is crucial as it significantly affects your college experience and budget.

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These 13 colleges in Ontario will be admitting fewer international students in 2024

Based on this government of Ontario’s announcement, it may now be harder for international students to get accepted at 13 public colleges across the province. According to a recent Toronto Star article, the following public colleges (presented in no particular order) will see a decline in international student enrollment this year: Cambrian Canadore Conestoga Fanshawe […]

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Live Webinar: CAEL – Test Structure and Strategies to Help You Ace the Speaking Component

If you are committed to attaining a great score on your language assessment and increasing your chances of admission to a Canadian university, then this webinar is for you. CanadaVisa invites you to our free, live, and interactive webinar, CAEL – Test Structure and Strategies to Help You Ace the Speaking Component, on Thursday, May […]

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French language proficiency will lead category-based selection Express Entry draws in 2024

French language proficiency will dominate category-based selection Express Entry draws in 2024 according to a recent Access to Information Request (ATIP). The ATIP, shared with CICNews by Carry Immigration, shows that throughout draws in 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will issue 78.5% of all Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to Express Entry candidates in […]

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Three provinces invite PNP candidates in most recent draws

Ontario, British Columbia, and Manitoba have issued notifications of interest to candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) this week. Every province and territory in Canada (except Nunavut and Quebec) operates its own PNP. These programs help provincial governments select economic immigration candidates who will support the local economy and successfully integrate. The PNP is […]

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Preparing for your Canadian immigration interview

A proportion of newcomers every year, who apply for permanent residence (PR) will need to attend an interview with an Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) officer in support of their application. These interviews are often the final step in the application process and can be important in showing the immigration department that an applicant […]

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Three tools to start looking for jobs after receiving an ITA from IRCC

There are many ways that recipients of an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian permanent residence can start looking for jobs in Canada. Foreign nationals often seek to immigrate to Canada through the popular Express Entry application management system operated by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Note: Express Entry is the application management system […]

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What benefits do Canadian tax-filers enjoy?

Workers and those earning an income in Canada will have until April 30th, 2024 to file their taxes for the 2023 fiscal year. For many recent newcomers and international graduates in Canada, it may be their first time doing so. While filing one’s tax return (also called “doing one’s taxes”) may seem like a disadvantage […]

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IRCC updates Start-up Visa and Self-Employed Persons programs to reduce backlogs and improve processing

Immigration Minister Marc Miller has announced important changes to the Start-Up Visa and Self-Employed Persons programs. As of April 30th, 2024, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will implement new policies around processing applications for the Start-up Visa. On the same day, the department will impose a full pause on application intake for the Self-Employed […]

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BREAKING: IRCC will not renew temporary off-campus work hours measure

Immigration Minister Marc Miller has announced that temporary measures regarding off-campus work hours for international students will not be renewed. Starting in October 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) began temporarily allowing international students with an off-campus work authorization on their study permits to work more than 20 hours per week while class is […]

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The 5 Happiest Places in Canada: Where Joy Finds a Home

From east to west, there are cities across the country that consistently rank high on happiness indexes, offering a blend of natural beauty, economic prosperity, and social well-being.

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How can a change in my NOC impact my PR application?

Occasionally, Canadian immigration applicants may apply for permanent residence (PR) with one National Occupation Classification (NOC) code but switch the NOC code later on in their immigration journey. For example, an applicant may apply for PR to Canada through one of Canada’s Express Entry-managed programs and be contacted to pursue PR through one of Canada’s […]

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