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Here are some recent news updates on immigration in Canada:

Recent Changes and Updates

  1. Express Entry Draw: On February 10, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held an Express Entry draw, issuing 5,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 504 or higher.
  2. New Pathways to Permanent Residency: IRCC has introduced new pathways to permanent residency for international students and temporary workers, including the International Mobility Program and the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program.
  3. Changes to Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship: Effective March 1, 2023, the sponsorship process for parents and grandparents has changed, with a new online application system and a reduced processing time.
  4. New Immigration Streams for Quebec: The Quebec government has launched new immigration streams, including the Quebec Skilled Worker Program and the Quebec Experience Program, to attract skilled workers and international students.

Recent Immigration Levels and Targets

  1. 2023 Immigration Levels: IRCC has set a target of 465,000 new permanent residents for 2023, with a focus on economic immigration, family reunification, and refugee resettlement.
  2. 2024 Immigration Levels: The government has announced plans to increase immigration levels to 500,000 by 2024, with a focus on attracting skilled workers and addressing labor shortages.

Recent Immigration News and Developments

  1. Ottawa to Increase Immigration to Address Labor Shortages: The federal government has announced plans to increase immigration to address labor shortages and support economic growth.
  2. Canada to Welcome More Refugees: IRCC has announced plans to welcome an additional 10,000 refugees to Canada in 2023, bringing the total number of refugees welcomed in 2023 to 20,000.
  3. New Immigration Hub in Toronto: The City of Toronto has launched a new immigration hub to support newcomers and help them integrate into Canadian society.
  4. Immigration and Settlement Services in Rural Areas: The government has announced plans to improve immigration and settlement services in rural areas, including the launch of a new rural immigration pilot program.

Recent Immigration Statistics

  1. Permanent Resident Admissions: In 2022, Canada welcomed 401,000 permanent residents, a record high.
  2. Temporary Foreign Worker Program: In 2022, the Temporary Foreign Worker Program saw a record high of 1.1 million workers, with the majority coming from the Philippines, India, and China.
  3. International Student Enrollment: In 2022, international student enrollment in Canada reached a record high of 642,000 students, with the majority coming from China, India, and the United States.

These are just a few of the recent news updates on immigration in Canada. If you're interested in learning more, I recommend checking out the official website of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or following reputable news sources that cover immigration issues in Canada.