Canadian express entry provincial nomination latest news

Here are the latest news and updates on the Canadian Express Entry Provincial Nomination (PEP) program:

Recent Changes:

  1. Ontario's Express Entry Stream: On November 13, 2020, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) announced that it would be accepting applications for the Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream. This stream is designed for skilled tradespeople who have a job offer in Ontario.
  2. Saskatchewan's Express Entry Stream: On October 28, 2020, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) announced that it would be accepting applications for the Express Entry Category. This stream is designed for skilled workers who have a job offer in Saskatchewan.
  3. Alberta's Express Entry Stream: On October 21, 2020, the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) announced that it would be accepting applications for the Express Entry Stream. This stream is designed for skilled workers who have a job offer in Alberta.

Upcoming Changes:

  1. New Brunswick's Express Entry Stream: The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) is expected to launch a new Express Entry Stream in the coming months. This stream will be designed for skilled workers who have a job offer in New Brunswick.
  2. Nova Scotia's Express Entry Stream: The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) is expected to launch a new Express Entry Stream in the coming months. This stream will be designed for skilled workers who have a job offer in Nova Scotia.

Recent Draws:

  1. Ontario's Express Entry Draw: On November 12, 2020, the OINP conducted a draw for the Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream, issuing 15 nominations to candidates.
  2. Saskatchewan's Express Entry Draw: On October 28, 2020, the SINP conducted a draw for the Express Entry Category, issuing 242 nominations to candidates.
  3. Alberta's Express Entry Draw: On October 21, 2020, the AINP conducted a draw for the Express Entry Stream, issuing 100 nominations to candidates.

Tips and Strategies:

  1. Create a strong profile: Make sure your Express Entry profile is complete and up-to-date, with a strong language proficiency score and relevant work experience.
  2. Target the right province: Research the provinces that are most likely to nominate candidates in your field and create a profile that highlights your skills and experience.
  3. Get a job offer: Having a job offer in a province can significantly increase your chances of being nominated.
  4. Monitor the draws: Keep an eye on the draws and adjust your strategy accordingly. Some provinces may have more frequent draws than others.

Resources:

  1. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): The official website of the Canadian government's immigration department, which provides information on the Express Entry program and provincial nomination streams.
  2. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs): The official websites of the various provincial nominee programs, which provide information on their respective streams and draws.
  3. Immigration lawyers and consultants: Consider consulting with an immigration lawyer or consultant who has experience with the Express Entry program and provincial nomination streams.

I hope this information is helpful!