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British Columbia places 2-year ban on new colleges enrolling international students
The Province is Set to Introduce Minimum Language Requirements, Announces the Minister of Post-Secondary Education British Columbia is implementing a two-year prohibition on new post-secondary institutions seeking to enroll international students. The decision comes as the province addresses concerns about… Read more
Canada secures its position as the global leader in travel safety for 2024
In the late 2023 report by Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection (BHTP), Canada has secured its position as the safest country for travelers in 2023-2024. The comprehensive rankings are derived from an amalgamation of measures within BHTP's State of Travel Insurance… Read more
PTE Core will be accepted by IRCC as of January 30, 2024, for all lines of business, including Express Entry, except the Student Direct Stream (SDS).
This section encompasses the policies, procedures, and guidance employed by IRCC staff, provided on the department's website as a courtesy to stakeholders. January 30, 2024 This communication outlines guidelines pertaining to the recognition of the Pearson Test of English (PTE… Read more
Best way to get PR in Canada for international students
International students in Canada have the opportunity to pursue permanent resident status either while they are still studying or after completing their academic programs. This pathway allows them to seamlessly transition from their student status to becoming permanent residents, offering… Read more
Ontario,British Columbia, and Manitoba issue provincial nominations this week
"This week witnessed the issuance of nominations by three Canadian provinces through their Provincial Nomination Programs (PNPs), exclusive pathways for economic class immigrants to establish residence and employment in the nominating region. It's important to note that, except for Quebec… Read more
Prominent economists advocate for the strategic attraction of highly skilled immigrants to Canada
A newly published Desjardins Economic Studies report underscores the advantages of embracing skilled immigrants in Canada. The report suggests that while addressing labor shortages in the construction industry through immigration is crucial, there is also a need to address obstacles… Read more
Canada Invests $86 Million to Expedite Recognition of Foreign Healthcare Credentials
On January 15th, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development, and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, unveiled a $86 million funding initiative benefiting 15 organizations nationwide. This financial support is aimed at accelerating the accreditation process for internationally educated health professionals (IEHP), addressing… Read more
Canada to Implement Stricter Controls on International Student Study Permits: Internal Memo
Starting later this year, the federal government plans to implement a controlled allocation of international study permits to each province, according to a memo from Universities Canada obtained by the Star. This memo provides insight into the extent of cuts… Read more
Over a million individuals currently possess a valid study permit for Canada
As reported by The Globe and Mail, Canada's international student community has surpassed one million, according to official data from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). At the close of December, there were 1,028,850 international students in the country. Notably,… Read more
IRCC extends invitations to 1,040 Express Entry candidates in the most recent draw.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations in the latest Express Entry draw. The department extended invitations to 1,040 candidates in a general draw, with candidates needing a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 543 to qualify.… Read more