February 2025: State of the Express Entry pool

CIC News February 2025: State of the Express Entry pool After a January that saw Express Entry draws return to some semblance of normalcy, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has already held two draws in the month of February. January saw the issuance of 5,821 Invitations to Apply (ITAs): candidates includes those in the…

How long will my PGWP be valid for if I have completed more than one program of study?

CIC News How long will my PGWP be valid for if I have completed more than one program of study? New guidance by the Canadian federal government impacts the length of Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) for foreign nationals who have graduated from more than one program of study. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has…

British Columbia and Manitoba issue provincial nominations, Alberta provides candidate pool updates

CIC News British Columbia and Manitoba issue provincial nominations, Alberta provides candidate pool updates This week, British Columbia and Manitoba issued more invitations to candidates hoping to secure provincial nominations. Candidates were invited through economic streams for their confirmed employment, education, or intention to open a business in their chosen province. In addition, Alberta has…