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April 10, 2024

Express Entry: IRCC invites 1,280 candidates in first April draw

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to candidates in the first Express Entry draw of April.The department issued 1,280  invitations to apply (ITAs) in a general draw.Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 549...

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April 10, 2024

Who can work in Canada without a work permit?

While foreign workers usually require a Canadian work permit to secure employment, exceptions exist.Foreign nationals are increasingly drawn to Canada for its diverse and promising work opportunities.Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law FirmBy fulfilling the...

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April 9, 2024

The state of the Express Entry pool: March 2024

March has marked another month of Express Entry draws, as Canada’s immigration system continues to invite candidates to apply for permanent residence (PR)Certain trends continued through last month’s draws that may provide further understanding of how Express Entry may continue...

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April 8, 2024

More temporary residents are settling outside of Canada’s major cities

A recent study from the Conference Board of Canada (CoBC) has found that newcomers to Canada are increasingly choosing to settle outside of urban centres.The study used data from 2016 and 2021 to show the differences in immigration to urban...

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April 8, 2024

Studying in Canada: An updated guide to applying for Canada’s Student Direct Stream in 2024

The process of applying for a Canadian study permit has undergone changes recently, affecting many candidates that will apply for expedited processing through the Student Direct Stream (SDS) in 2024.These changes were introduced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)...

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April 7, 2024

As a foreign national, am I eligible for a health card in Canada?

As a foreign national in Canada, whether you arrive here as a temporary resident (TR) or a permanent resident (PR), it is important to obtain public healthcare coverage in your destination province/territory.Failing to register for healthcare can leave you having...

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April 6, 2024

Ontario releases 2024 PNP allocation; Three provinces nominate candidates in latest draws

Ontario has received an allocation of 21,500 nominations for its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in 2024.This number represents an increase of 5,000 nominations over 2023’s 16,500.Ontario’s allocation increase follows last November’s meeting of the Federation of Ministers Responsible for Immigration...

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April 5, 2024

IRCC releases allocation of study permits for all provinces

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released a statement explaining how it has arrived at the final allocation of study permits each Canadian province has received for 2024.  Following the announcement on January 22 that the department would implement a...

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April 5, 2024

BREAKING: IRCC releases allocation of study permits for all provinces

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released a statement explaining how it has arrived at the final allocation of study permits each Canadian province has received for 2024.  Following the announcement on January 22 that the department would implement a...

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April 5, 2024

How fast will IRCC process my temporary residence application in 2024?

Foreign nationals seek temporary residence (TR) in Canada for many reasons, including to work, study, or visit the country.Although there are varying eligibility criteria and requirements for each TR pathway to Canada, many foreign nationals are keen to find out...

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