Canadian mmigration news
Here are some recent news articles and updates on Canadian immigration:
Recent Changes and Updates
- Express Entry Draw: On February 10, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held an Express Entry draw, issuing 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 489. [Source: IRCC]
- New Pathways to Permanent Residency: IRCC has introduced new pathways to permanent residency for international students and temporary workers, including a new "Pathway to Permanent Residency for International Students" and a "Pathway to Permanent Residency for Temporary Workers". [Source: IRCC]
- Changes to Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship: IRCC has introduced changes to the Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship program, including a new online application system and a cap on the number of applications accepted. [Source: IRCC]
Recent Immigration Levels
- 2022 Immigration Levels: IRCC has announced that it will welcome 411,000 new permanent residents in 2022, a significant increase from the 2021 levels. [Source: IRCC]
- 2021 Immigration Levels: IRCC welcomed 401,000 new permanent residents in 2021, exceeding its target of 390,000. [Source: IRCC]
Provincial Immigration News
- Ontario: The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has introduced a new "Human Capital Priorities Stream" for skilled workers, and has also launched a new "French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream". [Source: OINP]
- British Columbia: The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has introduced a new "International Post-Graduate Category" for international students who have completed a degree in BC. [Source: BC PNP]
- Quebec: The Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP) has introduced a new "Quebec Experience Program" for foreign workers who have gained experience in Quebec. [Source: QSWP]
Other Immigration News
- Refugee Resettlement: IRCC has announced that it will resettle 20,000 refugees in Canada in 2022, a significant increase from previous years. [Source: IRCC]
- Temporary Foreign Worker Program: The Temporary Foreign Worker Program has been updated to include new requirements for employers and to provide more protections for foreign workers. [Source: Employment and Social Development Canada]
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