Express Entry Review For The Year 2024

We witnessed many changes to Canada’s Express Entry system. Today, we will discuss the Express Entry review for the year 2024.  Well, these major changes to Express Entry have significant implications for foreign nationals seeking Canadian permanent residence (PR).  Reviewing recent developments and highlighting trends might give us a better sense of what to expect […]

What Work Can You Do In Canada Without A Work Permit?

What work can you do in Canada without a work permit?   In general, foreign nationals require a work permit for legal authorization to work in Canada. However, certain exceptions allow business visitors to perform certain kinds of work without needing a work permit.  Business visitors can work without requiring a permit because they cannot enter […]

Most Livable Cities In Canada For Newcomers

Every year, The Globe and Mail releases its annual ranking of the most livable cities. Today, we will discuss the most livable cities in Canada for newcomers.  Well, one of the six rankings is designed specifically for newcomers to Canada, which are defined as individuals who have arrived in Canada over the past five years.  […]

IRCC Removes CRS Points For Express Entry Job Offers

IRCC removes CRS points for Express Entry job offers. The department declared they would institute this change in the Spring of 2025. Presently, Express Entry applicants with valid job offers can obtain an additional 50 or 200 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. In addition, these additional points can easily make the difference between an applicant […]

A Canadian University Launches An Institute To Study Migration

A Canadian university launches an institute to study migration which will help improve outcomes for newcomers. Concordia University is a Montreal-based university that has created IRMS, i.e., the Institute For Research on Migration and Society. IRMS provides evidence-based research on migration and offers a space for discussions to help newcomers adjust to life in Canada.  […]

Four Provinces Invite Applicants For Provincial Immigration

Four provinces invite applicants for provincial immigration. The provinces are British Columbia, Manitoba, Alberta, and PEI.  Provincial Immigration Results Four provinces invite applicants for provincial immigration. Below are the results of the same.  1. Alberta  Between November 29 and December 17, Alberta held 15 draws across multiple streams.  Overall, over 1,700 applicants were issued invitations […]

Extended Open Work Permits For TR To PR Pathway Applicants

IRCC has stated that there will be extended open work permits for TR to PR pathway applicants. This policy extends the eligibility of spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children of principal PR applicants for open work permits.  This temporary public policy has been extended to December 31, 2026.  The TR to PR pathway was a […]

The 2025 International Experience Canada Pool Is Now Open

Interested in moving to and working in Canada? The 2025 International Experience Canada pool is now open and accepting applicant profiles for the 2025 season.  Under the IEC program, youth from certain countries can obtain work permits.  In contrast to many other work permit-issuing programs, IEC applicants are provided significantly more certainty about their chances […]

The Major Changes To Canadian Permanent Resident Pathways

This year, Canada launched several new pathways to permanent residence. Here are the major changes to Canadian permanent resident pathways.  The table below demonstrates these updates for a clearer overview.  Pathway  Whom Is It For Summary Of Major Changes  Date Of Launch  Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot  French-speakers from selected countries who graduate from selected […]