Changes Coming To Express Entry Category-Based Draws
According to a recent survey, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is considering updating the categories it uses for category-based draws in 2025. IRCC frequently collaborates with stakeholders to guide its immigration planning. Every year, it seeks input from the public and various groups to shape its Immigration Levels Plan. Right now, it’s holding a […]
Moving to Canada Soon? A Pre-Arrival Checklist to Help You Prepare
If you have decided to move to Canada then, congratulations! This is a big and exciting step. To help you feel more confident when you arrive, it’s important to be well-prepared and organized. Before you start packing, there are several things to think about and tasks to complete to ensure a smooth transition to your […]
Canada invites 3,000 Canadian Experience Class candidates in the latest Express Entry draw
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently conducted an Express Entry draw, issuing 3,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) specifically for candidates in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). To receive an invitation, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 522. This draw, the second this week, follows a May 30 program-specific draw for […]
Where You Work and Live Matters: Understanding Canadian Income Tax Rates
Canada’s provincial tax system can be confusing when calculating your income tax, particularly for individuals working remotely for an employer in a different province or those in Canada on an IEC work permit or other temporary resident permit. Income taxes in Canada form a critical component of the country’s fiscal landscape, supporting various government initiatives […]
Navigating the Wealth of Scholarships for International Students in Canada
Canada, renowned for its inclusive society, stunning landscapes, and world-class education system, beckons international students from across the globe. While pursuing education in Canada can be a transformative experience, it often comes with a significant financial burden. Thankfully, a plethora of scholarships exists specifically to support international students in realizing their academic ambitions. Let’s delve […]
Canada to approve only 2,92,000 study permits for international students this year
Canada’s study permit cap has been put into effect, with the Trudeau administration assigning around 292,000 permits for both undergraduate and postgraduate students in 2024. Recent disclosures from Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, have revealed the precise number of study permits allocated for international college and undergraduate students in 2024—approximately 292,000, as reported by the […]
Canada Requires Additional Immigrant Physicians to Bolster the National Healthcare Infrastructure
In the past decade, Canada has experienced a population surge of over five million individuals. However, despite this significant increase, only 167 medical residencies have been added during the same period. Consequently, obtaining regular access to a family doctor has become increasingly challenging for many Canadians. As one of the Best Canada Immigration Consultants in […]
IRCC Extends Invitations to 7,000 Express Entry Applicants in Category-Focused Draw Emphasizing French Language Proficiency
In the most recent iteration of its Express Entry draw, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs), extending invitations to 7,000 candidates. This selection was meticulously carried out, emphasizing proficiency in the French language among other specific category-based criteria. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 365, […]
Is your PGWP expiring? Check out your options.
On December 7, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced significant updates to Canada’s program for international students. One significant revelation was IRCC’s decision against granting additional extensions to Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders. In response to COVID-19-induced labor market disruptions and subsequent recovery phases, IRCC had previously extended PGWP work permits thrice. These extensions […]
IRCC announces extending the student off-campus work hours policy until April 2024
Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Department (IRCC) recently unveiled an extension to a policy benefiting specific international students for Study Abroad in Canada. This initiative allows them to exceed the 20-hour weekly limit for off-campus work during academic breaks. Responding to Canada’s increasing labor scarcities, the immigration department introduced a short-term measure in 2022. This […]
