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The U.S., Canada and the U.K. are among this group of wealthy countries with the most permanent migrants in 2022.

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Key democratic countries experienced “unprecedented” levels of migration in 2022, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, a forum of 38 developed nations focused on economic growth. The approximately 6 million total permanent immigrants to OECD member countries in 2022 – which doesn’t include Ukrainian refugees – marked the highest level for the OECD […]

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Who received ITAs in the recent general Express Entry draw?

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Last week, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 1,490 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in an all-program/general Express Entry draw. This draw, which took place on February 13, issued ITAs to eligible candidates from all three Express Entry-managed programs* who had a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 535. Express Entry is the application management system used by Canada’s federal government to

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Canada pushes for more French-speaking, skilled immigrants

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The Canadian government, in a bid to address labour shortages in the country, is intensifying efforts to bring more French-speaking skilled workers to its shores. Canada’s latest move is based on projections for labour shortages between 2022 and 2031, with one eye on economic growth and national identity. Earlier in February, the country’s immigration minister,

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Canada Immigration: New Express Entry draw invitations sent – Check CRS cut-off score

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Many foreigners eagerly await the latest news on the Canada Express Entry draw. The good news is that Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has sent Canada Express Entry invitations to a select set of skilled immigrants who desire to reside in Canada permanently. The recent invitations to apply for permanent residence under the Express

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Canadian immigration minister says government is considering cap on international student visas.

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The Canadian government is facing increasing criticism – and extensive media coverage – of its management of immigration to the country. The number of immigrants has soared to record-high levels at the same time as an affordable housing crisis is impacting thousands of Canadians. Under increasing pressure, the government is signalling that it may soon

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Canada to continue using existing Express Entry categories

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Canada’s immigration authority affirms the continuation of six Express Entry categories for draws, targeting specific qualifications like education, work experience, and language skills to address economic needs. Eligibility is based on a comprehensive ranking system score, considering factors like work experience, education and language proficiency. Express Entry is Canada’s application management system for three immigration

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Canada: Express Entry applicants are no longer required to provide medical reports upfront

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In a relief to many, Canada has scrapped the mandatory need for Express Entry PR applicants to provide medical examination results. Instead, applicants are advised to await instructions before proceeding with a medical examination. Once notified, applicants will have 30 days to complete the medical examination. If you have already completed an IME as part

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IRCC invites candidates in third Express Entry draw of the week

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Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the third  Express Entry draw of the week. The department invited 150 candidates in a category-based selection draw for agriculture and agri-food occupations. Today’s draw follows two others this week. The first was a general draw that occurred on February 13 in which 1,490 candidates with a minimum CRS score of at

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Canada Express Entry Draw: Invitations to apply for permanent residence sent to foreign nationals

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Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has sent Canada Express Entry invitations to select skilled immigrants seeking permanent residence in Canada. The Canadian government conducts regular Express Entry draws, or rounds of invitations, for candidates from the Express Entry pool to apply for permanent residency. The latest round of draws held by Canada issued invitations

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