Canadian immigrant visa news
Here are some recent news updates related to Canadian immigrant 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 for permanent residence to candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 504 or higher. [Source: IRCC]
- On January 26, 2023, IRCC conducted another Express Entry draw, issuing 5,500 invitations to apply for permanent residence to candidates with a CRS score of 504 or higher. [Source: IRCC]
New Immigration Streams and Programs
- On February 14, 2023, the Government of Canada launched the new Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP) to attract skilled workers to the Atlantic provinces. The program offers a faster and more streamlined pathway to permanent residence for eligible candidates. [Source: IRCC]
- On January 31, 2023, the Government of Canada announced the launch of the new Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Program (RNIP), which aims to attract skilled workers to rural and northern communities across Canada. [Source: IRCC]
Changes to Immigration Rules and Regulations
- On February 1, 2023, IRCC introduced changes to the Express Entry program, including the elimination of the "tie-breaker" rule, which previously gave priority to candidates with a higher CRS score in the event of a tie. [Source: IRCC]
- On January 25, 2023, IRCC announced changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP), allowing international students to work in Canada for up to 3 years after graduation, and potentially leading to permanent residence. [Source: IRCC]
Immigration Levels and Targets
- On February 2, 2023, the Government of Canada announced its immigration levels plan for 2023, aiming to welcome 465,000 new permanent residents to Canada this year. [Source: IRCC]
- On January 31, 2023, IRCC announced that it had exceeded its 2022 immigration levels target, welcoming 431,645 new permanent residents to Canada. [Source: IRCC]
Other Immigration News
- On February 10, 2023, a new report by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce highlighted the need for a more streamlined and efficient immigration system to address labor shortages and support economic growth in Canada. [Source: Canadian Chamber of Commerce]
- On January 26, 2023, a new survey by the Environics Institute for Survey Research found that 71% of Canadians support increasing immigration levels to address labor shortages and support economic growth. [Source: Environics Institute for Survey Research]
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.