Celebrating 60 years: 10 fascinating facts about Canada’s maple leaf flag

CIC News Celebrating 60 years: 10 fascinating facts about Canada’s maple leaf flag Canada’s iconic red-and-white maple leaf flag may be the country’s most recognizable symbol today, but it wasn’t always so ubiquitous. The Canadian flag has had a rich and storied past which helped mould it into the instantly recognizable and beloved symbol we…

Alberta holds first provincial selection of 2025, New Brunswick provides processing updates

CIC News Alberta holds first provincial selection of 2025, New Brunswick provides processing updates The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has issued invitations to apply to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in its first draw of 2025. Candidates were invited with consideration to their professional skills and experience, and/or ties to Alberta. In addition, New…

IEC work permit holders see earlier cut-off for bonus CRS points for valid job offers under Express Entry

CIC News IEC work permit holders see earlier cut-off for bonus CRS points for valid job offers under Express Entry Foreign nationals who hold an International Experience Canada (IEC) employer-specific work permit now no longer receive Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for arranged employment if their work permit was issued after December 18, 2024. This…