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British Columbia holds largest provincial immigration selection round this year

CIC News British Columbia holds largest provincial immigration selection round this year On July 16, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) invited a total of 569 candidates to apply for provincial nomination. Invitations were issued to individuals who qualified under one of two selection factors: wage or salary tied to a TEER 0–3 job…

A common reason Express Entry candidates miss their ITA deadline, and how to avoid it

CIC News A common reason Express Entry candidates miss their ITA deadline, and how to avoid it Once an Express Entry candidate receives an invitation to apply (ITA), they must submit a complete application for permanent residence (PR) within 60 days, with all required documentation included. Police certificates in particular can take a long time…

Newfoundland and Labrador issues 108 invitations to candidates across both provincial immigration programs

CIC News Newfoundland and Labrador issues 108 invitations to candidates across both provincial immigration programs On June 10, Newfoundland and Labrador held its seventh provincial immigration draw, issuing more invitations for provincial immigration. The province extended a total of 108 invitations through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program…

Newfoundland and Labrador invites over 240 candidates through its provincial immigration programs

CIC News Newfoundland and Labrador invites over 240 candidates through its provincial immigration programs On March 30, 2026, Newfoundland held its second provincial immigration draw of the year, inviting over 200 candidates. Invitations were extended through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Assess your eligibility for enhanced…

Why older Express Entry profiles have an advantage in getting selected

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…

AAIP invites workers intending to settle in rural communities

CIC News AAIP invites workers intending to settle in rural communities Alberta has retroactively published its final draw of February, inviting workers holding job offers in rural in-province communities to apply for provincial nomination. This most recent draw (February 26) followed closely on the heels of a Tourism and Hospitality Stream draw taking place just…

Manitoba regions release priority sectors and occupations eligible for PR under the RCIP

CIC News Manitoba regions release priority sectors and occupations eligible for PR under the RCIP The three regions participating in the federal Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) have announced their 2026 priority sectors and occupations—with several overlaps. To obtain permanent residence through the RCIP, candidates are required to have a job offer from an employer…

Statistics Canada is hiring for 32,000 jobs across Canada – work permit holders qualify, may build eligibility for PR

CIC News Statistics Canada is hiring for 32,000 jobs across Canada – work permit holders qualify, may build eligibility for PR The next Census of Population is being conducted in May of 2026, and Statistics Canada is hiring for approximately 32,000 jobs across the country to aid in data collection. Work permit holders will qualify…

Increase your PR prospects by taking advantage of Canada’s various Expression of Interest systems

CIC News Increase your PR prospects by taking advantage of Canada’s various Expression of Interest systems Many Canadian immigration programs use an expression of interest (EOI) system to select candidates for permanent residence (PR). Canada’s immigration system allows candidates to submit EOIs across multiple immigration programs, effectively allowing those seeking PR to boost their chances…

Five questions to ask before hiring an immigration representative

CIC News Five questions to ask before hiring an immigration representative Immigrating to Canada is high stakes, prompting many newcomers to work with immigration representatives for work permit and permanent residence applications. Here are five questions you should always ask before deciding to hire an immigration representative: What are my chances of success? Are there…