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  • British Columbia opens new category for business immigration

    British Columbia opens new category for business immigration

    British Columbia PNP announced the launch of a new pilot program in its immigration system. The program intends to attract foreign entrepreneurs to invest in the growth of the province’s economy.

    The program is named Entrepreneur Immigration — Regional Pilot. The program is planned to launch next year in 2019.

    Through this program, entrepreneurs can come to the smaller localities in BC, and grow a business there. This initiative is taken to boost the economy of the small communities. Enrolled communities must be situated 30 kilometres or more from a population centre of more than 75,000 people.

    Candidates interested in applying must have the intention of settling in British Columbia. They also need to make an “exploratory visit” to BC and obtain a referral letter from the community where they wish to establish their business.

    Other criteria include:

    • Have a minimum business investment of $100,000 and individual net worth of $300,000,
    • Have 3+ years of experience as an acting business owner/manager etc.

  • Nova Scotia opens Express Entry Stream for new applicants

    Nova Scotia opens Express Entry Stream for new applicants

    Nova Scotia opens Express Entry Stream for new applicants.

    Nova Scotia held a new draw for one of its most popular Express Entry categories. The draw was held on November 17, 2018. 225 applicants were invited for the provincial nomination.

    Express Entry consists of the following three categories:

    • Federal Skilled Worker Class
    • Federal Skilled Trades Class
    • Canadian Experience Class

     

    This draw was held for Category B of the Nova Scotia Demand: Express Entry Stream. It is among four of the immigration classes through which Atlantic Provinces can nominate candidates.

    This draw closed within 4 hours of its opening. It was a first-come, first-served system.

    The Express Entry candidates who received an invitation for SINP received an extra 600 points in their CRS score. This means they will have a good score before the next Federal draw and will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian PR.

  • Canada keeps reforming its immigration systems to welcome more newcomers 2018

    Canada keeps reforming its immigration systems to welcome more newcomers

    As the third quarter of 2018 comes to a close, Canada remains committed to improving its immigration systems to welcome more newcomers to the country. A major component of Canada’s strategy is the refinement of immigration pathways like the Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). The changes introduced in 2018 reflect Canada’s efforts to streamline immigration, align it with economic needs, and provide opportunities for qualified candidates to become permanent residents.

    In this article, we will explore some of the key reforms in Canada’s immigration system, including changes to Express Entry-linked PNPs in provinces like Ontario, Saskatchewan, and the Atlantic Provinces. We will also look at how these updates help support Canada’s mission to fill labor shortages and strengthen its economy.

    1. The Express Entry System: A Gateway to Canada

    Canada’s Express Entry system remains at the forefront of its economic immigration framework. Launched in 2015, this system facilitates the management of immigration applications through three federal programs:

    • Federal Skilled Worker Class (FSWC)
    • Federal Skilled Trades Class (FSTC)
    • Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

    Express Entry operates through the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), which assigns points to candidates based on factors such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and adaptability. Candidates with higher CRS scores are more likely to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence.

    A significant update to Express Entry in recent years has been its closer integration with Canada’s PNPs, which now offer an additional 600 CRS points to candidates who secure a provincial nomination. This increase nearly guarantees an ITA, making provincial nomination a coveted advantage in the immigration process.

    2. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs): Driving Immigration in Provinces

    Provincial Nominee Programs allow Canadian provinces and territories to select individuals who meet local labor market demands and have a high likelihood of contributing to the economy. PNPs have gained importance because of their alignment with Express Entry, making it easier for provinces to fill their economic gaps by attracting highly skilled immigrants.

    Throughout the third quarter of 2018, several provinces introduced reforms and held major draws aimed at attracting skilled workers. Below are highlights from some key provinces:

    3. Ontario: A Leader in Immigration Through Human Capital Priorities

    Ontario has consistently been one of the most attractive destinations for immigrants, given its strong economy and job opportunities. In August 2018, Ontario conducted the largest draw of the third quarter through its Human Capital Priorities Stream, which is linked to Express Entry.

    On August 9, 2018, Ontario issued 947 Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to Express Entry candidates. This draw was specifically targeted at individuals with a valid job offer in Ontario. The CRS scores of invited candidates ranged from 350 to 439, showcasing Ontario’s willingness to attract mid-range skilled workers who can meet the province’s labor demands.

    This strategic draw demonstrated Ontario’s focus on balancing the needs of employers with immigration targets. By inviting individuals with job offers, Ontario continues to ensure that the newcomers are well-positioned to succeed economically upon arrival.

    4. Saskatchewan: A New System with Express of Interest (EOI)

    Saskatchewan, another province heavily reliant on immigration to sustain its economic growth, introduced significant reforms in 2018. In July 2018, the province replaced the old intake system for the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) with the new Expression of Interest (EOI) process.

    EOI serves as a pre-application process, where candidates express their interest in applying for SINP by submitting a profile. This profile is scored out of 100 based on criteria such as work experience, education, language proficiency in English or French, and connection to Saskatchewan. Candidates need to score a minimum of 60 points to be eligible, after which they are ranked, and those with higher scores are invited to apply for provincial nomination.

    In the third quarter of 2018, Saskatchewan held two draws under the new EOI system:

    • September 19, 2018: Saskatchewan invited candidates based on specific skills needed in the province.
    • September 27, 2018: Another draw focused on high-demand occupations with candidates possessing work experience in selected fields.

    The EOI system allows Saskatchewan to be more selective and strategic in inviting candidates, ensuring that immigrants meet local labor demands and are more likely to integrate successfully into the workforce.

    5. Atlantic Provinces: Targeted Immigration Through Labour Market Priorities

    Canada’s Atlantic Provinces—Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island—continue to focus on attracting skilled workers to counter population decline and labor shortages. As part of the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP), provinces have adopted a collaborative approach with employers to fill workforce gaps.

    Nova Scotia made headlines in the third quarter by launching its Labour Market Priorities Stream on August 8, 2018. This stream targets specific occupations based on Nova Scotia’s labor needs. It selects candidates directly from the Express Entry pool, allowing the province to bypass CRS scores and focus on individuals whose skills are in demand.

    Similarly, Prince Edward Island (PEI) invited candidates to apply for provincial nomination on three occasions during the third quarter. PEI’s Express Entry Stream focuses on selecting candidates with the skills and experience to support the province’s economy, particularly in sectors like healthcare, education, and agriculture.

    These reforms in Atlantic Canada demonstrate a focused effort to attract newcomers who can contribute to provincial economies and sustain population growth.

    6. The Role of CRS Points and ITAs in Immigration Success

    The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) plays a critical role in Canada’s immigration process, determining which candidates in the Express Entry pool receive Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. A CRS score is calculated based on a combination of factors such as:

    • Age: Younger candidates generally score higher.
    • Education: Higher levels of education attract more points.
    • Language Proficiency: Strong English or French skills are highly valued.
    • Work Experience: Skilled work experience inside or outside Canada can boost scores.

    One of the major advantages of Canada’s immigration reforms is the opportunity for candidates to boost their CRS scores by securing a Provincial Nomination. A provincial nomination adds 600 points to a candidate’s CRS score, virtually guaranteeing that they will receive an ITA.

    For example, candidates with CRS scores ranging between 350 and 439 in Ontario’s August draw would not have been invited through the federal Express Entry program alone. However, with a provincial nomination, they would see their scores jump to over 900 points, leading to an ITA in the subsequent federal draw.

    This highlights the effectiveness of Canada’s PNPs in making immigration accessible to skilled individuals who might not meet the CRS cut-off under the regular Express Entry draws.

    7. The Future of Canadian Immigration: Welcoming More Newcomers

    As Canada’s immigration system continues to evolve, it remains clear that provinces are playing an increasingly significant role in shaping immigration policies. By linking PNPs to Express Entry and introducing reforms such as EOI, Canada is ensuring that its immigration system is responsive to economic needs while providing more pathways for skilled workers to enter the country.

    In the coming years, Canada is expected to welcome over 1 million immigrants through various programs. The combination of federal and provincial efforts is designed to meet labor demands, support economic growth, and ensure that Canada remains an attractive destination for skilled immigrants from around the world.

     

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  • Ontario gives provincial nomination to new Express Entry candidates

    Ontario gives provincial nomination to new Express Entry candidates

    Ontario conducted its latest draw on October 19, 2018. A total of 439 candidates were invited to apply for provincial nomination.

    The candidates were chosen from the Skilled Trades stream. This was the highest invites issued in the Skilled Trades Stream by Ontario in 2018.

    Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream – Ontario

    The Skilled Trades Stream is a part of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). It allows skilled trades workers with work experience in an eligible trade to apply for Permanent Residency through the federal Express Entry immigration system. Successful applicants will be able to settle down permanently in Ontario!

    To apply for OINP Skilled Trades Stream, candidates have to meet the following requirements:

    • Have a valid profile in the federal Express Entry pool;
    • Be qualified for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC);
    • Have a minimum of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 in English or in French, etc.

    Please note there is no minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score necessary to apply in this stream.

    Express Entry

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  • British Columbia conducts the biggest draw of 2018

    British Columbia conducts the biggest draw

    British Columbia held its latest round of draw on October 17, 2018. British Columbia PNP invited a total of 472 candidates to apply for BC Provincial Nomination.

    This draw had the maximum number of invitations issued this year. The candidates from the category BC Express Entry and Skills Immigration were selected in this draw.

    BC Express Entry

    The province’s Express Entry is aligned with the federal Express Entry system. The Express Entry system has three main categories:

    Federal Skilled Worker Class.
    Federal Skilled Trades Class.
    Canadian Experience Class.

    Candidates who receive an invite for provincial nomination receive 600 points in their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. This increases their chance of getting Canadian PR. The Express Entry processes these applications. It takes 6 months for their PR applications to process.
    Skills Immigration
    In this draw, the candidates from the stream’s Skilled Worker, International Graduate and Entry Level and Semi-Skilled categories received an invite.

    To apply for Permanent Residency, one must sign up in the BC PNP online portal here. Then they have to submit their profile and registration form. Many factors like education, work experience etc. are used to rank these applications.

  • We are hiring for Pastry Chef. Apply today!

    We are hiring for Pastry Chef. Apply today!

    Pastry Chefs create a variety of desserts, including pastries, cookies, candies, and other sweets. This requires both technical baking skills and a creative eye. This career requires little formal education; however, many aspiring dessert chefs receive baking and pastry training through postsecondary certificate and degree programs. This job might appeal to individuals with interests in the culinary arts, restaurants and catering, and food presentation.

  • Study: Canada to become an immigration hub

    Study: Canada to become an immigration hub

    The latest research on the global population decline predicts Canada can be a prominent immigration hub in the next 80 years.

    Immigration policy helps Canada to become one of the largest economies. Canada’s current openness to immigration must continue if the country wants to maintain one of the world’s largest economies for the rest of the century, according to a new study projecting global population and economic trends between now and 2100.

    The study by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and carried out by researchers at the University of Washington in The Lancet primarily focuses on an anticipated decline in the world population as fertility rates fall in the second half of the 21st century.

    It forecasts that the global population will peak in 2064 at 9.73 billion people. By 2100 – less than two generations later – that number will be nearly one billion lower, and nearly three-quarters of the 195 nations included in the study will not be producing enough children to maintain their workforces.

    “Once global population decline begins, it will probably continue inexorably,” the researchers behind the study wrote.

    The study predicts that Canada’s population will peak later in the century, at nearly 45.2 million in 2078, and fall slightly to 44.1 million by 2100.

    Shrinking populations can cause economic damage, as fewer people are available to work. One way to offset this is by accepting large numbers of immigrants to make up the difference, as Canada has been doing for decades.

    All that immigration would see Canada replacing Russia as the world’s 10th-largest economy by 2030 and remaining there for the rest of the century, even as Nigeria and Australia bump Brazil and Italy out of the top 10, according to the forecast.

    “As long as these immigration policies continue, our reference scenario showed sustained population growth and workforce expansion … with concomitant economic growth,” the researchers wrote.

    Let’s join the path to become a part of Canada.

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    Source: https://www.ctvnews.ca/mobile/canada/canada-will-have-to-rely-on-immigration-as-global-fertility-rate-plummets-study-1.5025075

  • SINP News: What is the Farm Owners and Operators Sub-Category?

    SINP News: What is the Farm Owners and Operators Sub-Category?

    Saskatchewan is one of the most rapidly growing provinces in Canada. The province’s economy consists of agriculture and natural resources. Through SINP, Saskatchewan is regularly looking for skilled workers and resources for its booming economy.

    The Farm Owners and Operators Sub-Category is under the Entrepreneur and Farm Category of SINP. This sub-category is for those individuals who have demonstrated experience in agriculture, and are willing to invest capital in a farming company. They should have the intention of living in Saskatchewan.

    Before submitting their SINP applications, applicants need to make an “exploratory visit” to Saskatchewan. They will have to meet with a SINP representative, and the visit cannot be less than five business days.

    Applicants need to meet specific eligibility criteria before they can apply. Our expert consultant can guide through the application process!

    To know more about SINP applications contact us today!

  • Saskatchewan Biggest Express of Interest draw held by SINP

    Saskatchewan Biggest Express of Interest draw held by SINP

    The Canadian province of Saskatchewan held its latest draw on October 10.  853 candidates were invited by SINP to apply for provincial nomination.

    The candidates were selected from Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand immigration sub-categories.

    • 359 candidates from the Express Entry sub-category were issued invitations. The lowest-ranked had a score of 60 under Saskatchewan’s point assessment grid.
    • 494 candidates were invited from Saskatchewan’s Occupations In-Demand sub-category. The lowest-ranked among these candidates had a score was 63.

     

    What is the difference for Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand candidates?

    1. The Express Entry candidates who received an invitation for SINP received an extra 600 points in their CRS score. This means they will have a good score before the next Federal draw and will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian PR.
    2. The candidates who received an invite through the Occupations In-Demand sub-category will be able to apply for Canadian PR directly through SINP.

     

    The minimum score both sub-category (Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand) were the lowest since the launch of the EOI system in July.

    What is EOI?

    EOI stands for Express of Interest. It serves as ‘pre-application’ in SINP. Candidates have to answer questions based on work experience, education and proficiency in English or French, etc. The candidates receive a score out of 100 based on their answers. One has to score a minimum of 60 to qualify. The candidates are then ranked based on their score.

     

    Note: SINP updated its In-Demand Occupations List on October 11. NOC 2123 (Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists) and NOC 3216 (Medical Sonographers) have been removed from the list. Presently the number of occupations that are listed as in-demand by the SINP is 20.

  • Saskatchewan invites 438 candidates to apply for SINP

    Saskatchewan invites 438 candidates to apply for SINP

    Saskatchewan held its latest draw for SINP on September 27. In this draw, the Government issued 438 invites through its Express of Interest (EOI) system.

     

    What is EOI?

    EOI serves as ‘pre-application’ in SINP. Candidates have to answer questions based on work experience, education and proficiency in English or French, etc. The candidates receive a score out of 100 based on their answers. One has to score a minimum of 60 to qualify. The candidates are then ranked on the basis of their score.

     

    225 of the invitations went out to candidates under the program’s Express Entry sub-category. The remaining 213 invitations were issued to the candidates in the Occupations In-Demand sub-category.

    The minimum cut-off score for Express Entry candidates was 65  points. The score for Occupations In-Demand candidates was one point higher, at 66.

     

    Two different Methods of applying for Canadian PR

    The Express Entry candidates who received an invitation for SINP received an extra 600 points in their CRS score. This means they will have a good score before the next Federal draw and will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian PR.

    The candidates who received an invite through the Occupations In-Demand sub-category will be able to apply for Canadian PR directly through SINP.

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    Contact us today to find out how you can immigrate to Canada.

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