Canada immigration latest news april 2018
Here are some of the latest news updates on Canada immigration for April 2018:
Express Entry Draw Results
- On April 18, 2018, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted an Express Entry draw, issuing 3,750 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 441 or higher.
- This draw was the 93rd Express Entry draw since the program's launch in January 2015.
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Updates
- On April 12, 2018, the province of British Columbia launched a new Tech Pilot stream, aimed at attracting highly skilled tech workers to the province. The stream allows eligible candidates to apply for a provincial nomination without a job offer.
- The province of Nova Scotia also launched a new Entrepreneur Stream, designed to attract entrepreneurs who want to start a business in the province.
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) Changes
- On April 6, 2018, IRCC announced changes to the FSWP, including the introduction of a new "Language Proficiency" factor, which will give more weight to language skills in the assessment process.
- The changes also include the introduction of a new "Education" factor, which will consider the quality of education and the level of education completed.
International Student Graduates
- On April 10, 2018, IRCC announced that international student graduates who have completed a degree or diploma from a Canadian institution can now apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) without having to leave Canada.
- The change is designed to make it easier for international students to stay in Canada and gain work experience after completing their studies.
Other News
- On April 25, 2018, the Canadian government announced that it will be increasing the number of permanent residents admitted to Canada each year, from 300,000 to 340,000, starting in 2019.
- The government also announced plans to introduce a new "Innovation and Skills Plan", aimed at attracting highly skilled workers to Canada and supporting the growth of the country's innovation economy.
These are just a few of the latest news updates on Canada immigration for April 2018. If you're interested in learning more, I recommend checking out the official website of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or consulting with a licensed immigration lawyer or consultant.