Canada immigration news april 2018

Here are some key Canada immigration news updates from April 2018:

  1. Express Entry Draw: On April 4, 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.
  2. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Updates: In April 2018, several provinces updated their PNP streams, including:
    • Ontario: Introduced the Human Capital Priorities Stream, which targets skilled workers with a job offer in the province.
    • British Columbia: Launched the Tech Pilot, a new stream for tech workers.
    • Alberta: Introduced the Self-Employed Farmer Stream, which targets farmers and ranchers.
  3. Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) Changes: On April 6, 2018, IRCC announced changes to the FSWP, including:
    • A new language proficiency requirement: Candidates must demonstrate a minimum language proficiency of CLB 7 in English or French.
    • A revised points grid: The grid will now prioritize candidates with a job offer, language proficiency, and education.
  4. Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP): In April 2018, IRCC launched the AIPP, a new pilot program aimed at attracting skilled workers to Atlantic Canada. The program allows employers in the region to hire foreign workers through a streamlined process.
  5. International Student Graduates: On April 12, 2018, IRCC announced changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program, allowing international students to work in Canada for up to 3 years after graduation.
  6. Refugee Resettlement: In April 2018, Canada welcomed its 25,000th refugee resettled under the Government's Multi-Year Immigration Plan. The plan aims to resettle 40,000 refugees by 2020.
  7. Express Entry Draw: On April 18, 2018, IRCC conducted another Express Entry draw, issuing 3,750 ITAs to candidates with a CRS score of 441 or higher.
  8. Quebec Immigration: In April 2018, the Quebec government launched the Quebec Skilled Worker Program, which targets skilled workers with a job offer in the province.
  9. Express Entry Draw: On April 25, 2018, IRCC conducted another Express Entry draw, issuing 3,750 ITAs to candidates with a CRS score of 441 or higher.

These are just a few of the key Canada immigration news updates from April 2018. If you're interested in learning more, I'd be happy to provide additional information or help you navigate the Canadian immigration process.