Alberta invites rural immigration candidates and workers in health and tech sectors in latest series of draws

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CIC News Alberta invites rural immigration candidates and workers in health and tech sectors in latest series of draws Over the past three weeks, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has held six provincial immigration draws between February 26 and March. Over 1,400 invitations were issued to candidates through the following streams and pathways: Alberta…

These occupations qualify for permanent residence in Ontario FCIP regions

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CIC News These occupations qualify for permanent residence in Ontario FCIP regions The three Ontario regions participating in the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) have released their priority sectors and occupations for 2026. All regions have removed certain occupations from eligibility, replacing them with newly-selected occupations that match evolving local labour demands. Consult with a…

Why older Express Entry profiles have an advantage in getting selected

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CIC News Why older Express Entry profiles have an advantage in getting selected You can meet the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score for an Express Entry draw, and still not receive an invitation to apply (ITA). The date and time of your Express Entry profile submission can play a key role in determining whether…