Author Archives: Muhammad Daniyal

Immigration New Brunswick will provide work permit support for Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) endorsees who are at risk of losing work authorization due to longer processing times. Earlier this week, the province said that it can now issue letters of support for AIP endorsees whose work permits are set to expire before their permanent residence […]

This week, Manitoba issued 862 invitations to skilled worker candidates through the Skilled Worker stream of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Candidates were invited under both the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways, in an occupation-specific draw and employer-driven selection, respectively. MPNP draw results On October 9, 2025, Manitoba held Draw #255 (the […]

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system.The immigration department issued 4,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French-language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 432. Summary of Express Entry draws […]

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 1,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 534. Summary of Express […]

It’s possible to have your application for Canadian permanent residence (PR) refused on the basis of medical inadmissibility, but there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of refusal. As of August 21, 2025, all new Express Entry applicants now need to provide an upfront immigration medical exam (IME) as part of their […]

Canada’s Express Entry pool has grown more competitive in 2024 and 2025, leading some to question whether studying in Canada is still a reliable pathway to permanent residency (PR). In fact, having studied in Canada provides significant advantages when seeking PR. The increased competition for Express Entry invitations and provincial nominations means that the advantages provided by […]

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 2,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates in Express Entry’s education category. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 462. Summary of […]

If you are the spouse or common-law partner of an international student, you may be eligible for an open work permit (OWP). This open work permit authorizes you to work for most employers for most industries in Canada. It can be issued with a validity period up to the expiry of your partner’s study permit. […]

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) held a total of seven draws over the course of September. Invitations were extended to candidates with Alberta job offers who are well-positioned to help alleviate workforce shortages in high-demand sectors and occupations. Summary of draws Between Sept. 2 and Sept. 10, the AAIP issued 1,376 Invitations to Apply (ITAs), focusing primarily on […]

On August 28, the Quebec Ministry of Immigration, Francization and Integration (MIFI) issued 231 invitations to apply for a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ), through the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). Candidates were invited through two different streams of the program, either for their work experience in non-regulated skilled professions or their exceptional talent and ability, […]