Several Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams across Canada have been paused or closed in 2025. But that doesn’t necessarily mean bad news for skilled foreign workers in Canada seeking permanent residence (PR). That’s because these changes reflect a strategic shift in Canada’s overall immigration plan that places more weight on federal programs like Express Entry. […]

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Are you a newcomer looking to advance your career or pursue higher education in Canada? CanadaVisa and special guest World Education Services (WES) present a comprehensive webinar: Stand Out in Canada: How a Credential Evaluation Can Boost Your Job Prospects on Wednesday, May 28th at 11:00 a.m. EDT. What Will You Learn from this Webinar? In this […]

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Congratulations on starting your studies in Canada. It is an exciting step in your life and future career. As an international student, you may be wondering if you should open a Canadian bank account or apply for a credit card and if it will be a difficult process as a student. The experience might seem […]

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Immigration applications can be high stakes, so you’ll naturally want to ensure that Canada’s immigration department receives your application on time. The way you can get confirmation of receipt will vary depending on how you submitted your application. Consult with an experienced immigration representative Online applications You can expect to see a confirmation page after […]

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If you’re seeking Canadian permanent residency through Express Entry, language proficiency can make or break your chances of success. As a sole applicant, you can score up to 310 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for language proficiency.* Book a CELPIP Test Date Maximizing your language points can give you an edge over other candidates in […]

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Last week, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held a draw targeting candidates outside Canada who have a strong connection to the province. On May 15, a total of 62 candidates received Letters of Advice to apply for provincial nomination through the province’s Skilled Workers Overseas stream. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Of […]

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Canadian immigration applicants now have more time to request judicial review. Canada’s Federal Court has issued special measures that give applicants an additional 45 days to apply for judicial permission (formally called “leave”) to review their immigration decisions. Join the Angus Reid Forum and get $5 in points! Prior to these new measures, applicants had […]

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Newfoundland and Labrador has issued its second round of invitations to candidates through its new Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The province shifted to an EOI intake process for both its Provincial Nomination Program (PNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) on February 19, 2025. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Draw results On […]

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The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has issued Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to provincial immigration candidates in several draws which took place over the course of two weeks. The province’s candidate selection process covered six immigration pathways, focusing on pre-identified priority sectors, healthcare workers, and addressing rural workforce shortages. A total number of 295 invitations […]

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Foreign nationals seeking permanent residency (PR) through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) must obtain a job offer from a designated employer. On May 15, 2025, Prince Edward Island (PEI) published an updated list of designated employers, featuring 20 new names. Further, the province has removed 14 previously recognized designated employers from its newly published list. […]

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