It's no secret that immigration processes to Canada are extremely competitive. The candidate needs to achieve the highest points possible in categories such as education, work experience and fluency in one or both country's official languages – English and French.  In addition, a factor that weighs heavily on the score is the age of the candidate, who starts to lose points by the age of 30.  For some people, especially for those over 30, immigration may seem like a more difficult process, but what many don't know is that there are other ways, such as the Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).  When an applicant…

Canadian immigration in 2023 is shaping up to be a year of resolving issues and reaching goals. One of the main objectives for the year is the Levels Plan, which aims to welcome 465,000 new permanent residents in 2023, 485,000 in 2024, and 500,000 in 2025. This plan is a way for Canada to address its labour shortage and ensure that the country has the workforce it needs to continue growing. Another effort to meet the labour shortage is the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. In 2023, the IRCC announced 90,000 spots for youth workers from all over the world to…

Created By Stephanie Ford | Updated By Bruno Guerra On November 16, 2022, the NOC 2016 was replaced by NOC 2021. A 6-category system will represent the training, education, experience and responsibilities (TEER) needed to work in an occupation. In the 4-digit occupation category codes, a 5-digit will take place. What does it mean? The program used to call and divide its categories by NOC Skill Type and/or Levels; now, it will use TEER categories. Skill type 0 are now TEER 0 Skill type A is now TEER 1 Skill type B is now TEER 2 & 3 Skill type C is now TEER 4 Skill type D is…

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has just released the 2022-2024 Immigration Levels Plan, aiming to admit 431,645 new immigrants in 2022, 447,055 in 2023 and 451,000 in 2024. These figures represent an increase of around 20,000 new permanent residents than the figures established last year. In 2021, IRCC had set for 2022 and 2023 the admission of 411,000 and 421,000 permanent residents, respectively. The highest number of admissions (56%) will come through the economic category, which includes Express Entry programs, provincial programs and public policies such as temporary to permanent resident pathways, economic pilots such as caregivers and agri-food pilots, and…

Saskatchewan, one of the three prairie provinces, extends outstanding opportunities to residents and tourists alike. With incredible natural scenery, a rich cultural offering, and strong economic growth over the past decade, the sky is the limit in Saskatchewan. Want to immigrate to Saskatchewan? Yes, you CAN DO it! Saskatchewan is centrally located in Canada, with Alberta to the west and Manitoba to the east. The Northwest Territories lie to the north of Saskatchewan, and the US states of Montana and North Dakota are to the south. The province’s capital city, Regina, is known for its green spaces, a thriving arts and…

Alberta holds stunning natural scenery, vibrant cities, strong oil and gas industries, and below average cost of living. It embodies diversity and leans heavily on immigrants to fill skills gaps and grow its economy. Want to immigrate to Alberta? Yes, you CAN DO it! Alberta is the westernmost of the three prairie provinces in Canada, and one of only two landlocked provinces in the country. It is known for its vast natural resources, ranging from the country’s largest deposits of oil and gas through to the stunning natural scenery – particularly in Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper. The abundant work opportunities,…

Ontario is Canada's most populous province, the one that contributes the most to the country's gross domestic product and receives the highest number of immigrants. Want to immigrate to Ontario? Yes, you CAN DO it!   Located in east-central Canada, Ontario has a lot to offer to residents and visitors alike. From abundant nature to large urban centers, the province offers the most diverse options for leisure, work and business opportunities, having become the one that most attracts foreigners in search of a new place to settle. The capital Toronto is Canada's most populous city, with nearly 3 million inhabitants[1], and has the…

Canada announced a new public policy to grant permanent residency to eligible workers and recent graduates from Hong Kong who are currently in Canada with valid status. The public policy is part of the Hong Kong Immigration Pathway, released by the Canadian government in November last year, in response to the adoption of a controversial national security law in Hong Kong. It takes effect on June 1, 2021, and will expire on August 31, 2026. The initiative will support Hong Kongers who want to work and settle in Canada, facilitating and expediting the process to obtain work permit and permanent residency. There…

British Columbia has announced that the BC Tech Pilot has been extended indefinitely and renamed BC PNP Tech. The province wants to provide B.C. tech employers with the continued ability to recruit and retain international talent when local skilled workers are unavailable. BC PNP Tech offers people in 29 tech occupations a prioritized pathway to permanent residency: NOC    Job Title 0131    Telecommunication carriers managers 0213    Computer and information systems managers 0512    Managers - publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts 2131    Civil engineers 2132    Mechanical engineers 2133    Electrical and electronics engineers 2134    Chemical engineers 2147    Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) 2171    Information systems analysts and consultants 2172    Database analysts and data…

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Great news for PGWP holders: IRCC releases information on how to apply for a new work permit if you held or hold a PGWP  Foreign workers in Canada with an expired or expiring PGWP can now apply for an open work permit under the new Public Policy announced by IRCC last week. Applications are open as of January 27, 2021 until July 27, 2021. The new work permit will be valid for 18 months. Who can apply: Applicants who meet the following 5 requirements can apply for the new open work permit: PGWP Expiry Date: The post-graduation work permit (PGWP) expired on or after January 30,…

Learn if you need to start over your career when it comes to immigrating to Canada Many people dream on moving to another country looking for knowledge, immersing themselves in other cultures, meeting people, learning a language, trying different cuisine, etc. Others seek a better life, develop professionally and be better paid. There are also those searching for security and better life because they live in places with a high level of violence, social inequality, low economic development or even due to dissatisfaction with political leaders. The reasons are diverse; however, the fact is that living abroad is definitely one of the…

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B.C. is one of the most desirable destinations to work, study, and live in Canada. In the last three years, the Province ranked second when it comes to the admission of immigrants. Do you want to live in B.C.? Yes, you CAN DO it! I was born and raised in B.C. and have had the opportunity to explore the Province broadly. From north to south, east to west, travelers will experience spectacular views of mountain sceneries, lakes with the most incredible shades of blue and green, plenty of wild life, cultural diversity, metropolitan centers, and delight themselves with fresh, tasteful food…

Our specialist responds As we could see in the 2021-2023 Immigration Levels Plan released on October 30th, despite the COVID Pandemic, Canada is seeking to increase immigration for the next three years and welcome to the country around 150,000 more permanent residents than its previous prediction, stated at the beginning of 2020. The government’s decision is certainly based on the impacts of the COVID pandemic on the Canadian economy. Immigrants are now more than ever extremely important to recover the country’s economic growth and development. Immigration was by far one of the most affected sectors in Canada, mainly due to border and traveling…

Learn what is CUSMA and how to immigrate to Canada under this Agreement Signed in 1994 by Canada, U.S., and Mexico, the North American Free Trade Agreement – NAFTA was developed to facilitate trade and revoke barriers among the three participating nations when doing business. In July 2020, a new agreement named CUSMA entered in force to update provisions of NAFTA and address current trade and economic issues of the three countries. In terms of immigration regulations, CUSMA eliminates the need for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) for business persons covered by the Agreement, which means citizens of U.S. and Mexico…

Learn how to immigrate to Saskatchewan without a job offer from a Canadian employer and without Canadian work experience The Province of Saskatchewan has two programs designed for skilled workers without job offer from a Canadian Employer and without Canadian work experience: Occupation In-Demand and Saskatchewan Express Entry. Occupation In-Demand Candidates with post-secondary education and work experience in an occupation NOC 0, A or B in the same field of their studies can apply for permanent residency through the Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker Occupation In-Demand Program if they: Are living outside Canada or inside the country with legal status Are not a refugee claimant Score a minimum…