Canada’s immigration system is undergoing a quiet but significant transformation. In 2025, the federal government plans for more than 40% of new permanent residents to come from people already living in Canada as temporary residents. This marks a decisive shift away from overseas selection toward a system that prioritizes those who are already working, studying, … Continue reading The “In-Canada” Advantage: Why Temporary Workers and Students Have the Best Shot at PR in 2025
Category: Express Entry
Canada’s New Fast-Track for Doctors: 5,000 Reserved PR Spots and Expedited Permits
Canada’s healthcare system has been under mounting pressure for years. Emergency room closures, months-long wait times, and severe shortages of family physicians have pushed the issue from a provincial concern into a national crisis. In response, the federal government has begun reshaping immigration policy - not broadly, but surgically. In December 2025, Ottawa announced targeted … Continue reading Canada’s New Fast-Track for Doctors: 5,000 Reserved PR Spots and Expedited Permits
First-Ever Express Entry invitations for French-speaking newcomers
July 7, 2023 - Ottawa - The French language is an integral part of the Canadian identity. It’s a responsibility to create a Canada where everyone can flourish in the official language of their choice. Given the importance of enhancing the vitality of French linguistic minority communities across the country, Canada's Express Entry system is … Continue reading First-Ever Express Entry invitations for French-speaking newcomers
Express Entry Rounds of Invitations: Category-Based Selection
In category-based rounds of invitations, the federal government invites candidates in the Express Entry pool who are eligible for a specific category established by the Minister to meet an identified economic goal. Candidates are invited to apply for permanent residence based on criteria such as: ability to communicate in a specific official language work experience … Continue reading Express Entry Rounds of Invitations: Category-Based Selection
New Immigration Stream Specific to Health Workers
June 28, 2023 - Bedford, Nova Scotia - Communities across Canada need health workers. The health field is one of several key sectors of Canada’s labour force which is facing unprecedented shortages. To help respond to this challenge, last month, Minister Fraser announced new changes to Canada’s flagship economic immigration program, Express Entry. Now the Government … Continue reading New Immigration Stream Specific to Health Workers
First-Ever Express Entry Invitations for Skilled Newcomers with STEM Experience
June 28, 2023 - Toronto - Recognizing the immense value and transformative potential that STEM professionals bring to the country, Canada's Express Entry system is now tailored to provide a streamlined and efficient pathway for individuals with expertise in these critical fields. By prioritizing the invitation of skilled newcomers with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics … Continue reading First-Ever Express Entry Invitations for Skilled Newcomers with STEM Experience
BREAKING – Solving labour shortages in key sectors like health care, construction, and transportation
On November 16, 2022, the Canadian government implemented of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 for immigration programs managed under the Express Entry system. Using the new NOC categories will allow Canada to bring in global talent in high-demand sectors like health care, construction, and transportation. Canada is working to welcome newcomers who bring the … Continue reading BREAKING – Solving labour shortages in key sectors like health care, construction, and transportation
BREAKING: EXPRESS ENTRY DRAW #155 | FIRST ALL-PROGRAM DRAW IN FOUR MONTHS
3,900 candidates will be issued an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in this July 8th Express Entry draw for immigration to Canada. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score cut-off threshold for this draw was 478 points. Note that this is the first all-program draw since March 4, 2020, as COVID-19 travel restrictions caused IRCC to temporarily … Continue reading BREAKING: EXPRESS ENTRY DRAW #155 | FIRST ALL-PROGRAM DRAW IN FOUR MONTHS
Express Entry – Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
This is another branch of the Express Entry program adapted by the Canadian Government in January 2015. To be considered under the Canadian Experience class, a candidate (a skilled worker) must have a Canadian work experience and want to become permanent residents. To meet the minimum requirements for this program, one must have: Work Experience: … Continue reading Express Entry – Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
Express Entry – Federal Skilled Trades Class (FSTC)
Another branch of the Express Entry program where skilled workers qualified in specific skilled trades can become permanent residents of Canada. First, you need to meet the minimum requirements, which are: Proof of language ability of CLB 5 (Canadian Bench Mark) for speaking and listening and CLB 4 for reading and writingWork experience of 2 … Continue reading Express Entry – Federal Skilled Trades Class (FSTC)
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