Canadian imigrant visa news
Here are some recent news updates on Canadian immigration visas:
Express Entry Draw Results
- On February 10, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted an Express Entry draw, issuing 5,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 504 or higher.
- On January 26, 2023, IRCC conducted another Express Entry draw, issuing 5,500 ITAs to candidates with a CRS score of 504 or higher.
New Immigration Streams
- On February 14, 2023, the province of Nova Scotia launched a new immigration stream for international graduates of Nova Scotia universities. The stream aims to attract highly skilled workers who have completed their studies in the province.
- On January 31, 2023, the province of British Columbia launched a new immigration stream for international students who have completed their studies in the province. The stream aims to attract highly skilled workers who have gained work experience in BC.
Changes to Immigration Rules
- On February 1, 2023, IRCC introduced changes to the rules for permanent residency applications, including the requirement for applicants to provide proof of language proficiency in one of Canada's official languages.
- On January 25, 2023, IRCC announced changes to the rules for temporary foreign workers, including the introduction of a new "high-wage" stream for workers earning $30 per hour or more.
Backlog Reduction
- On February 10, 2023, IRCC announced that it had reduced the backlog of permanent residency applications by 15% since the start of 2023.
- On January 26, 2023, IRCC announced that it had reduced the backlog of temporary foreign worker applications by 20% since the start of 2023.
New Visa Application Centres
- On February 14, 2023, IRCC announced the opening of new visa application centres in several cities around the world, including Mumbai, India, and Manila, Philippines.
- On January 31, 2023, IRCC announced the opening of new visa application centres in several cities around the world, including Beijing, China, and Bangkok, Thailand.
Other News
- On February 10, 2023, IRCC announced that it had received a record number of Express Entry applications in 2022, with over 250,000 applications received.
- On January 26, 2023, IRCC announced that it had launched a new online tool to help immigrants navigate the immigration process and find job opportunities in Canada.
Please note that immigration rules and regulations are subject to change, and it's always best to check with the official government sources or a licensed immigration lawyer for the most up-to-date information.