Hello, everyone, and welcome back to another episode of the Canada Immigration News Podcast! This is Episode 30, and I'm your host, Ryan. Today, we have a variety of topics to discuss, including updates on provincial nominee programs, changes in work permit processing, Indian immigration to Canada, and more. British Columbia Invites Tech Workers and Skilled Professionals through New BCPNP Draws Changes to Work Permit Processing for Caregivers under the TFWP Canada's Future Economic...

Welcome back to the Canada Immigration News Podcast! This is Episode 29, bringing you the latest updates on immigration news and policies across Canada. I'm your host, Ryan, and today we have an exciting lineup of stories covering everything from university rankings to job opportunities for immigrants. Canadian Universities Excel in Global Ranking Canadian Agriculture May Suffer from Proposed Temporary Immigration Reductions Ontario Invited 190 Early Childhood Educators Through the...

This is Episode 28, bringing you the latest updates on immigration news and policies across Canada. I'm your host, Ryan, and today we have a packed episode covering everything from provincial nominee programs to housing initiatives. Ontario Issues Invitations to Early Childhood Educators in New OINP Draws Alberta Meets Targets for Three Streams Canada’s Plans to Reduce Temporary Residents Could Impact GDP and Inflation May 2024 Labour Force Survey: Slight Increase in Employment...

Welcome back to the Canada Immigration News Podcast! This is episode 27, and I'm your host, Ryan. We have a packed episode today with updates on new permanent residence pathways for Hong Kong residents, economic discussions among Western Premiers, potential changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit policies, and more. Let’s dive in! Segment 1: Permanent Residence Pathways for Hong Kong Residents Segment 2: Western Premiers Address Economic Growth and Collaboration Segment 3: CBSA...

Welcome back to the Canada Immigration News Podcast! We have some important updates to share with you today, including changes to immigration services at border crossings, the latest International Experience Canada draws, and a significant meeting between Quebec’s Premier and Canada’s Prime Minister regarding asylum seekers. Segment 1: Limits on Flagpoling at Border Crossings Host Canada has started to limit the practice of flagpoling at 12 ports of entry. For those who may not know,...

We've got some exciting updates to share with you from the world of Canadian immigration. Today, we’ll cover the latest from Manitoba, new LMIA processing times, updates on the Super Visa income requirements, and fresh news from Quebec. Segment 1: Manitoba Invitation Rounds - In the Skilled Worker in Manitoba stream, 135 candidates were invited with a minimum score of 834. - For the Skilled Workers Overseas stream, 45 candidates received Letters of Advice to Apply, or LAAs. These...

Welcome to Episode 24 of the Canada Immigration News Podcast, your go-to source for the latest updates and analysis on immigration matters across the country. In today's episode, we'll be delving into a range of significant developments, including policy proposals from the Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association, new data on spousal sponsorship immigration trends, and the pivotal role immigrants continue to play in addressing labor shortages and fostering business creation. Segment 1: CILA...

In this episode, we cover the latest Provincial Nominee Program draws from British Columbia targeting in-demand sectors, provide an update on Ukrainian arrivals under the CUAET emergency travel measures, analyze promising job market trends from Statistics Canada, and discuss Canada's progress in resettling Afghan refugees. British Columbia's Targeted PNP Draws Attract Top Talent - On June 4, 2024, BC conducted new draws under the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) - Tech draw: 33...

In this episode, we discuss the highly anticipated Express Entry draw focused on the Canadian Experience Class, Canada's plans to expand visa application services in Mexico, and the latest invitation rounds through the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. Long-Awaited Canadian Experience Class Express Entry Draw -On May 31, 2024, IRCC held first CEC-specific Express Entry draw since September 2021 - 3,000 Invitations to Apply issued - Minimum score requirement of 522 points -...

In this episode, we examine Canada's first Provincial Nominee Program-targeted Express Entry draw of 2024, explore the rising immigration numbers through the Start-Up Visa program, discuss IRCC's use of advanced analytics to accelerate family class application processing, and analyze the latest immigration figures under the Parents and Grandparents Program. First Provincial Nominee Program Express Entry Draw of 2024 - On May 30, IRCC held first PNP-specific Express Entry draw of the year...

In this episode, we cover new invitations issued by the City of Greater Sudbury under the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot, analyze the latest data on permanent resident arrivals to Canada, and discuss the Yukon government's temporary pause on certain applications to the Yukon Nominee Program. Sudbury Holds New Round of RNIP Invitations - On May 27, 2024, the City of Greater Sudbury invited 6 candidates through the Limited Stream of the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) -...

In this episode, we cover the latest immigration updates from the province of British Columbia, insights into Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program, analysis on why immigration is crucial for economic stability, and a look at the upcoming minimum wage increase in BC. British Columbia Holds New BCPNP Draws Targeting In-Demand Occupations - On May 28, 2024, British Columbia issued invitations through the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) - General skilled worker draw: 35 candidates...

In this episode, we cover three major immigration news updates from Canada: BCPNP Makes Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot a Permanent Stream - As of May 27, 2024, the Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot has become a permanent immigration stream under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) - Part of the StrongerBC initiative to strengthen regional economies - Allows entrepreneurs to immigrate to establish businesses in rural, interior and coastal areas of British...

Get the latest Canadian immigration news in Episode 17, covering Alberta's Provincial Nominee Program nomination limits and healthcare worker draw, increased funding for early childhood educators in British Columbia, Sudbury's recent Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot invitations, and encouraging trends in newcomer employment rates. Alberta Announces PNP Nomination Limits and Healthcare Worker Invitations For 2024, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has an allocation of...

Get the latest Canadian immigration updates in Episode 16, including Manitoba's Provincial Nominee Program draw, a new bill on citizenship by descent, temporary support measures for those impacted by the Haiti crisis, and Prince Edward Island's affordable housing pilot. Manitoba Holds PNP Draw #219 On May 23, 2024, Manitoba issued 253 invitations in the latest round (#219) of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP): - Skilled Worker in Manitoba: 121 invites (min. 782 score) under...

Get the latest Canadian immigration updates in Episode 15 - new BC PNP draws across tech and other sectors, a new credential assessment process for architects, expanded work opportunities for partners of students, and the farming industry's concerns over temporary foreign worker reductions. BC Invites Across Tech, Healthcare, Childcare & More British Columbia issued 79 invitations on May 22 through the BC PNP, including: - 50 candidates in the Tech Draw (min. 122 score) - 5 invites for...

Get the latest Canadian immigration news on new rural and Francophone pilots, the returning Parents and Grandparents Program, immigrant employment trends, and Ontario addressing its nursing shortage. Rural and Francophone Immigration Pilots Launch IRCC opened applications for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot on May 21st. Up to 15 communities will be selected based on economic needs and settlement services to receive 5,500 new permanent...

Get the latest Canadian immigration news in Episode 13 - NBPNP skilled worker stream pause, potential Citizenship Act changes, Sudbury's latest RNIP draw, and new IEC invitations. NBPNP Skilled Worker Stream Paused The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) temporarily paused its Skilled Worker stream after May 17th to manage high volumes. Those with jobs in NOC 0-4 are recommended to explore the Atlantic Immigration Program instead. French-speaking candidates still being...

Get the latest updates on immigration measures for relatives of Canadians from Sudan, calls from displaced Ukrainians for easier pathways to permanent residency, and public consultations for Canada's Immigration Levels Plan. Assistance for Relatives from Sudan Canada extended measures until October 27, 2024 to help immediate families of Canadians who left Sudan due to violence: - Fee-exempt temporary resident permits - Upon arrival, fee-exempt work/study permits - Fee-exempt permanent...

Get the latest updates on asylum claims in Canada, Francophonie Day celebrations, and declining naturalization rates among recent immigrants in Episode 11. Rising Asylum Claim Costs Canada faces major costs due to record asylum claims - $224 per claimant daily for necessities. There are currently 156,032 pending claims. The Interim Housing Assistance Program for 7,000 claimants costs $557 million annually. Despite Roxham Road's closure, 42,387 refugee claims remain pending from...

Catch up on the latest immigration news and updates from across Canada in Episode 10 of the Canada Immigration News Podcast. British Columbia PNP Draws On May 14, 2024, British Columbia issued 77 invitations across various streams of the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP), including: - 37 candidates in the general draw (minimum 107 points) - 9 early childhood educators (minimum 90 points) - 17 healthcare professionals (minimum 100 points) - 9 construction workers - 5 candidates in...

Welcome back to Canada Immigration News Podcast! Your one-stop shop for everything Canadian immigration, from policy updates to inspiring stories. Today's episode is bursting with news, so let's jump right in! Canada Celebrates Citizenship Week! First up, we're celebrating Citizenship Week! From May 13th, Canada kicked off a week-long reflection on what it means to be Canadian. This includes our diverse identity, rich history, and the important role of Indigenous Peoples. Immigration...

Welcome back to Canada Immigration News Podcast! Your one-stop shop for everything Canadian immigration, from policy updates to inspiring stories. Today's episode is jam-packed with news, so buckle up! Manitoba on Fire: MPNP Invites Hundreds & Extends Status MPNP has been on a roll. Just two weeks ago, they held a massive draw, inviting a whopping 371 candidates across various streams. Notably, 66 of those invited were already in the Express Entry pool! But that's not all! On May 8th,...

Welcome back to Canada Immigration News Podcast! Your one-stop shop for everything Canadian immigration, from policy updates to inspiring stories. Today's episode dives into a variety of news from across the country, including exciting developments in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, a controversial proposal by the federal government, and new regulations in New Brunswick. Manitoba Extends Status for Potential PNP Nominees First up, some great news for skilled workers in Manitoba! On May 8th,...

Welcome back to Canada Immigration News Podcast! Your one-stop shop for everything Canadian immigration, from policy updates to inspiring stories. Today, we've got a great mix of news covering family reunification, Express Entry changes, and exciting developments in some key provinces. Parents and Grandparents Program Reopens! First up, some fantastic news for families! The highly anticipated Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) is set to reopen this month. Immigration, Refugees and...