Ontario immigration news

Here are some recent news updates on Ontario immigration:

Recent Immigration Draws:

• On March 11, 2023, Ontario held a draw for the Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream, issuing 14 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination.
• On February 25, 2023, Ontario held a draw for the Human Capital Priorities Stream, issuing 28 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination.

New Immigration Streams:

• In January 2023, Ontario launched the French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream, which is designed to attract French-speaking skilled workers to the province.
• In December 2022, Ontario launched the International Student Graduates Stream, which allows international students who have graduated from an Ontario university to apply for a provincial nomination.

Changes to Immigration Policies:

• In February 2023, the Ontario government announced changes to its immigration policies, including the introduction of a new "Ontario Immigration Nominee Program" (OINP) and the expansion of the Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream.
• In January 2023, the Ontario government announced that it would be increasing the number of immigrants it accepts each year, with a goal of welcoming 140,000 new permanent residents by 2024.

Immigration Levels:

• According to the Ontario government's 2023-2024 immigration plan, the province expects to welcome 140,000 new permanent residents this year, with a focus on attracting skilled workers, international students, and refugees.
• In 2022, Ontario welcomed 123,000 new permanent residents, which was a record high for the province.

Other News:

• In February 2023, the City of Toronto launched a new program to help international students find work in the city after they graduate.
• In January 2023, the Ontario government announced that it would be investing $10 million in a new program to support the settlement and integration of new immigrants in the province.

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