Express Entry: IRCC invites 700 candidates in surprise all-program draw

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IRCC has invited 700 candidates in the most recent Express Entry draw.   It was an all-program draw and candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 511.  This draw comes as a surprise as Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has said it will invite 1,500 healthcare workers via category-based selection tomorrow,…

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Strike Ends, Canada Immigration Services Resumes

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The recent strike that impacted over 155,000 public servants in Canada, including those at Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has come to an end. The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Federal Government have reached a tentative agreement, bringing relief to those affected by the strike. The strike began on April 19, with PSAC members…

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Canada invests millions for a stronger immigration system

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Canada has earmarked tens of millions of dollars to help expedite the processing of citizenship applications, provide legal aid to asylum seekers and modernise the country’s immigration system under the Liberals’ 2023 budget plans. The government plans to increase its annual target for immigration from 465,000 people in 2023 to 485,000 in 2024, and 500,000…

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Conference highlights the role of immigrants in Canada’s growth

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By 2041, immigrants could make up one-third of Canada’s population, Anil Arora, Chief Statistician of Canada told attendees at the Metropolis Conference held in Ottawa in March. And given Canada’s aging population,  and dropping birth rate, immigration is Canada’s best bet for the country moving forward, Arora said.  For comparison, twenty-five years ago the ratio…

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The top jobs for international students in Canada

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As of November 15th, 2022, international students holding a valid study permit in Canada can now work an unlimited number of hours, during school semesters, until the end of 2023. Discover your options to immigrate to Canada After analyzing reputable sources (IDP, CTV, ApplyBoard) on top jobs available to international students in Canada, CIC News…

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How To Maintain Your Student Status In Canada-Important One

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International students have temporary status in Canada. Therefore, study permit holders must follow certain conditions to maintain student status in Canada. Failure to maintain student status can result in the refusal of the next immigration application. For example, your subsequent study or work permit application might be refused. In addition, students may be asked to…

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