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Jan 3, 2025 · Different emphasis for category-based selections. In 2025, IRCC is expected to focus more Express Entry draws on category-based selections that align with Canada’s labor market priorities (through the “Federal Economic Priorities” allocation in the annual Immigration Levels Plan).. Starting in 2023, IRCC began holding category-based draws to invite specific …

Dec 27, 2024 · We’ve seen major changes to Canada’s international student program in 2024. Major changes include Updated eligibility criteria for post-graduation work permits (PGWPs); Updated cost of living requirement; Closure of the Student Direct Stream and the Nigeria Student Express; Caps on study permit applications; Stricter rules for study permits; New rules …

Jan 1, 2025 · Some newcomers arriving to Canada are eligible for settlement services. Newcomers can take advantage of these government-funded services, which are intended to help support them in adapting to life in Canada. Settlement services can help newcomers with tasks such as finding housing, improving language skills, finding employment, and even making new …

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Jan 2, 2025 · Here’s a closer look at the major updates to the TFWP in 2024:. Reduction in LMIA validity. Canadian employers looking to hire foreign workers under the TFWP need to complete the government’s labour market test, known as the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).. During the pandemic, the government temporarily increased the validity period of a Labour …

Oct 24, 2024 · Both Trudeau and Miller affirmed Canada's continued commitment to supporting immigration. Scaling back of Provincial Nominee Programs. This year's Plan has cut targets for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) admissions by about 50%:. 2025: 55,000 - down from last year's targets of 110,000 for 2024 and 120,000 for 2025. 2026: 55,000 - down from the …

Dec 20, 2024 · Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended its temporary public policy allowing temporary resident (TR) to permanent resident (PR) pathway applicants to receive longer open work permits (OWPs) while their applications are in process. This policy also extends the eligibility of spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children of principal …

Dec 17, 2024 · New information has been released about a rural immigration pathway to permanent residence (PR) in Canada. The Rural Community Immigration Class is a pathway for foreign nationals who can help overcome labour shortages in designated communities outside of Quebec, and want to reside in these communities long term. Discover if You Are Eligible for …

Jan 2, 2025 · Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently expanded the fields of study eligible for Post Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs). As of December 17, 2024, the PGWP-eligible fields of study include certain programs related to early childhood education and developmental service workers. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen …