By Stephanie Ford The Manitoba PNP, or Provincial Nominee Program, offers immigrants looking to move to the province different pathways to permanent residence in Canada. And those who use the PNP as their pathway to PR tend to have a good chance of success. In fact, in 2021 the approval rate for PNP applicants was 98%. Manitoba PNP Streams Manitoba has three PNP streams: - Skilled Worker Stream. - International Education Stream. - Business Investor Stream. Manitoba’s PNP data shows that the province sends the most nominations to applicants in the Skilled Worker streams. In 2021, almost 95% of nominations went to applicants in this category. Skilled Worker Manitoba…

By Stephanie Ford The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (or SINP) creates a permanent residence pathway for immigrants who can fill job shortages or wish to buy or start a business in Saskatchewan – the land of the living skies. Saskatchewan PNP Streams Saskatchewan’s PNP has four programs: · International Skilled Worker · Worker with Saskatchewan Work Experience · Entrepreneur · Farm Owner and Operator These programs highlight Saskatchewan’s economic priorities – business immigration, skilled immigration, and agricultural immigration. Each stream has multiple various categories that provide individuals with relevant skills and experience a pathway to become Canadian permanent residents. SINP: International Skilled Worker Program The SINP International Skilled Worker Program helps Saskatchewan to…

By Stephanie Ford British Columbia (BC) is an incredible place to live. It offers easy access to nature, amazing food, wine, beers, culture, art, and more. Unsurprisingly, more than 100,000 people moved to BC in 2021 - more than any other year since 1961. Just over 67,000 of those who moved to BC came from abroad – and many of those who moved from abroad would have relied on the BC Provincial Nominee Program (or BC PNP) to become Canadian permanent residents.   Current BC PNP Programs BC’s current provincial nominee programs fall under the following categories: Skills Immigration - Skilled worker - BC PNP Tech - Health Authority - Entry…

By Stephanie Ford   A Spotlight on Alberta’s Provincial Nominee Program Earlier this year, Alberta announced changes to its provincial nominee program. Now called the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), the economic immigration program is focused on filling job shortages in Alberta and providing pathways for business owners. Read on to discover what you need to know about the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program: Alberta Advantage Immigration Program: Major Changes The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program streams look significantly different to those offered under the AINP. But the reality is that most program eligibility is still the same, they just have a different name. For instance: Its…

By Stephanie Ford The region known as Atlantic Canada is comprised of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador. These four provinces have a distinctly vibrant coastal vibe, boasting beautiful white sand beaches, scenic coastal drives, and an undeniably laidback attitude, even in the cities. Want to Immigrate to Atlantic Canada? Yes, you CAN DO it! Newfoundland and Labrador lie to the north of the other three Atlantic provinces, with Quebec to its west. New Brunswick is bordered by Quebec and the US state of Maine to the west, with Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island clustered around…

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…

Quebec is the largest Canadian province and is the only province where the official language is French. It is home to the second largest French speaking city in the world, Montreal. Quebec’s strong economy is based on skilled workers, natural resources, and innovation. Want to immigrate to Quebec? Yes, you CAN DO it!! Quebec is located in Eastern Canada and is made up of 17 administrative regions. The capital city, Quebec City, is home to UNESCO World Heritage treasure Old Quebec. It is known for its vibrant French culture, incredible food scene, world-class shopping, and the only remaining fortified city north…

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…

Starting today, fully vaccinated travellers, from any country, can enter Canada for non-essential travel. Check what changes from today: Fully vaccinated travellers who meet all of the mandatory requirements do not have to quarantine upon arrival in Canada. Travellers MUST show their ArriveCAN receipt to board their flight. All travellers must have proof of a negative COVID-19 molecular test taken within 72 hours before arrival, or a positive result taken 14-180 days before arrival. Antigen tests will not be accepted. Fully vaccinated travellers do not need testing, unless they have been randomly selected to complete a Day 1 Covid-19 molecular test. Travellers entering Canada for exempt…

The province of New Brunswick has announced a new permanent residency stream for international students studying at an eligible private career college in the province. The participating educational institutions are: Atlantic Business College Eastern College McKenzie College Oulton College These colleges do not offer programs eligible for Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP). The new stream is meant to support international students to work and settle in New Brunswick after graduation. It will allow them to apply for permanent residency as soon as they graduate and keep work in the province while waiting for their application to be processed.   The pilot will target occupations in demand in New Brunswick.…

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…

IRCC has announced that additional 30,000 applicants to the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) will be invited to apply, starting September 23, 2021. Invitations will be sent over the course of two weeks to potential sponsors who have already submitted their application in 2020. They will be selected randomly as previous years. New applications are not open yet. Applications need to be submitted online through the new Permanent Resident Digital Intake tool, within 60 days from the day the invitation to apply is received. IRCC will assess potential sponsors’ income for tax years 2020, 2019 and 2018. Due to the COVID-19…

Visitors traveling for a non-essential purpose will be allowed to enter Canada again after almost one year a half of restrictions. The Canadian government has just announced that fully vaccinated tourists will be able to enter the country, starting August 9 for U.S citizens and permanent residents and September 7 for travelers from other countries.   Canada will allow only travelers who have taken both doses of Astra Zeneca, Pfizer, and/or Moderna or one dose of Janssen, the approved vaccines in Canada, at least 14 days prior to enter the country. They need to present proof of vaccination in English or…

International students and workers in Canada who applied for permanent residency under any of the public policies launched in April this year will now be able to apply for an open work permit if their status expires before a decision is made on their permanent residency application. These applicants are not allowed to apply for a bridging open work permit offered to those who applied for permanent programs such as Express Entry Programs. Some of them, also, are not be able to renew their current permit if they do not meet the renewal requirements, such as having an approved Labour…

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…