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November 8, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On November 6, British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held its most recent draw, where 51 candidates received invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency in specific invitation rounds.

Invitations were extended to candidates in various fields, including tech occupations, early childhood education, 39 healthcare-related occupations, and 25 construction-related occupations.

The cutoff score for this draw saw an increase of 11 points compared to the previous general draw conducted by the BC PNP.

See below details of latest BC PNP Draw of November 6

Date Draw type Stream Minimum
Score
Number of invitations
November 6, 2024 Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) Skilled Worker, International Graduate
(includes EEBC option)
96 7
Targeting 25 Construction occupations 97 5
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations 111 8
Targeting 35 tech occupations 128 31

See below list of BC PNP 25 targeted Construction Occupations

  1. 22114 Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists
  2. 72102 Sheet metal workers
  3. 72103 Boilermakers
  4. 72104 Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
  5. 72105 Ironworkers
  6. 72106 Welders and related machine operators
  7. 72200 Electricians (except industrial and power system)
  8. 72201 Industrial electricians
  9. 72300 Plumbers
  10. 72301 Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
  11. 72302 Gas fitters
  12. 72310 Carpenters
  13. 72311 Cabinetmakers
  14. 72320 Bricklayers
  15. 72400 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
  16. 72401 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
  17. 72402 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
  18. 72500 Crane operators
  19. 73100 Concrete finishers
  20. 73101 Tilesetters
  21. 73102 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
  22. 73110 Roofers and shinglers
  23. 73111 Glaziers
  24. 73112 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
  25. 73113 Floor covering installers

See below the 39 targeted Healthcare Occupations

  • 30010 Managers in health care
  • 31100 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
  • 31101 Specialists in surgery
  • 31102 General practitioners and family physicians
  • 31110 Dentists
  • 31112 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
  • 31120 Pharmacists
  • 31121 Dietitians and nutritionists
  • 31200 Psychologists
  • 31201 Chiropractors
  • 31202 Physiotherapists
  • 31203 Occupational therapists
  • 31204 Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
  • 31209 Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
  • 31300 Nursing coordinators and supervisors
  • 31301 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
  • 31302 Nurse practitioners
  • 31303 Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
  • 32101 Licensed practical nurses
  • 32102 Paramedical occupations
  • 32103 Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
  • 32109 Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
  • 32110 Denturists
  • 32111 Dental hygienists and dental therapists
  • 32112 Dental technologists and technicians
  • 32120 Medical laboratory technologists
  • 32121 Medical radiation technologists
  • 32122 Medical sonographers
  • 32123 Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
  • 32124 Pharmacy technicians
  • 32129 Other medical technologists and technicians
  • 32200 Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
  • 33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
  • 33101 Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
  • 33102 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
  • 33103 Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
  • 41300 Social workers
  • 41301 Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies
  • 42201 Social and community service workers

The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.

Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!

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October 31, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

In the latest BC PNP draw held on October 30, approximately 83 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) were issued in both general and targeted rounds of invitations.

See below details of latest BC PNP Draw of October 30

Date Draw type Stream Minimum
Score
Number of invitations
October 30, 2024 General Skilled Worker 134 31
Skilled Worker – EEBC option 134
International Graduate 134
International Graduate – EEBC option 134
Entry Level & Semi-Skilled 117
Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) Skilled Worker, International Graduate
(includes EEBC option)
90 20
Targeting 25 Construction occupations 96 20
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations 104 12
Veterinary care 80 <5

The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.

Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!

Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

 

October 24, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On October 23, IRCC sent out 1,800 permanent residency invitations in the latest Express Entry draw, targeting 10 trade occupations with a CRS score of 433 or above. They also issued 400 invitations to apply (ITAs) in an Express Entry draw under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) on October 22, 2024.

Earlier this week on October 21, invitations were also sent to 648 candidates, targeted profiles that have provincial nomination and a CRS score of 791 or above were targeted in this round.

See below details of Express Entry draws of this month:

Specifics October 23 October 22 October 21 October 10 October 9 October 7
Category Targeted draw of 10 trade occupations Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Provincial Nominee Program Level 7 in French Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Provincial Nominee Program
Invitations 1,800 400 648 1,000 500 1,613
CRS Cutoff 433 539 791 444 539 743
Tie-breaking rule March 12, 2024 October 19, 2024 August 13, 2024 September 27, 2024 February 20, 2024 March 22, 2024

See Below Latest CRS Score Distribution in the Pool

CRS score range Number of candidates
601-1200 124
501-600 13,430
451-500 63,285
491-500 11,925
481-490 12,240
471-480 14,914
461-470 12,900
451-460 11,306
401-450 55,503
441-450 10,931
431-440 12,047
421-430 10,583
411-420 11,071
401-410 10,871
351-400 51,048
301-350 22,928
0-300 5,462
Total 211,780

See below the 10 Trade Occupations targeted in latest Express Entry Draw

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October 23, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

In the most recent BC PNP draw held on October 22, approximately 122 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) were issued in targeted rounds.

Of the invitations, 60 were issued for 35 tech occupations under the skilled worker and international graduate streams, including Express Entry variants, with a 1-point increase in the cutoff score from the previous draw. Additionally, 41 invitations went to early childhood educators’ assistants or instructors (NOC 42202).

The draw extended 11 invitations to candidates with experience in 39 healthcare-related occupations. Also, 10 applicants with experience in 25 construction-related occupations were invited through British Columbia’s new category-based draw.

See below details of latest BC PNP Draw of October 22

Date Draw type Stream Minimum
Score
Number of invitations
October 22, 2024 Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) Skilled Worker, International Graduate
(includes EEBC option)
83 41
Targeting 25 Construction occupations 89 10
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations 99 11
Targeting 35 tech occupations 117 60
Veterinary care 80 <5

The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.

Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!

Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

 

 

 

 

October 22, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On October 21, 2024, the IRCC issued 648 invitations for permanent residency in the latest Express Entry draw, specifically aimed at candidates with provincial nominations and a CRS score of 791 or higher.

Looking ahead, many hopeful candidates are eagerly awaiting the next round of draws, reflecting the dynamic nature of Canada’s immigration landscape.

See below details of all Express Entry Draw in October

Specifics October 21 October 10 October 9 October 7
Category Provincial Nominee Program Level 7 in French Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Provincial Nominee Program
Invitations 648 1,000 500 1,613
CRS Cutoff 791 444 539 743
Tie-breaking rule August 13, 2024 September 27, 2024 February 20, 2024 March 22, 2024

See below latest CRS Score Distribution in the pool

CRS score range Number of candidates
601-1200 705
501-600 13,209
451-500 63,152
491-500 11,903
481-490 12,232
471-480 14,872
461-470 12,856
451-460 11,289
401-450 55,371
441-450 10,903
431-440 12,019
421-430 10,558
411-420 11,046
401-410 10,845
351-400 50,989
301-350 22,920
0-300 5,441
Total 211,787

See below all Express Entry draws of 2024

Date Round type Invitations issued CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited
August 13, 2024 Provincial Nominee Program 763 690
July 31, 2024 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) 5,000 510
July 30, 2024 Provincial Nominee Program 964 686
July 18, 2024 Level 7 in French 1,800 400
July 17, 2024 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) 6,300 515
July 16, 2024 Provincial Nominee Program 1,391 670
July 8, 2024 Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French 3,200 420
July 5, 2024 Targeted for 35 healthcare occupations 3,750 445
July 4, 2024 Trades Targeted Draw 1,800 436
July 2, 2024 Provincial Nominee Program 920 739
June 19, 2024 Provincial Nominee Program 1,499 663
May 31, 2024 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) 3,000 522
May 30, 2024 Provincial Nominee Program 2,985 676
April 24, 2024 Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French 1,400 410
April 23, 2024 General 2,095 529
April 11, 2024 Targeted draw for 24 STEM occupations 4,500 491
April 10, 2024 General 1,280 549
March 26, 2024 Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French 1,500 388
March 25, 2024 General 1,980 524
March 13, 2024 Targeted draw for 10 transport occupations 975 430
March 12, 2024 General 2,850 525
February 29, 2024 Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French 2,500 336
February 28, 2024 General 1,470 534
February 16, 2024 Targeted for Agriculture and agri-food occupations 150 437
February 14, 2024 Targeted for 35 healthcare occupations 3,500 422
February 13, 2024 General 1,490 535
February 1, 2024 Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French 7,000 365
January 31, 2024 General 730 541
January 23, 2024 General 1,040 543
January 10, 2024 General 1,510 546

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October 18, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On October 17. 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted an Express Entry draw, issuing 1,307 invitations for provincial nomination under the Skilled Trades Stream. This round targeted Express Entry profiles with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score between 405 and 435 and experience in one of the 47 specified skilled trades.

Additionally, the draw considered all active Express Entry profiles created between October 17, 2023, and October 17, 2024, that met the above criteria.

Compared to the last Skilled Trades Stream draw, the score range has narrowed. The minimum CRS score increased by 5 points, from 400 to 405, while the maximum remained at 435.

See below detailed list of occupations eligible for OINP Express Entry Draw of October 17:

  1. NOC 72010: Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations
  2. NOC 72011: Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations
  3. NOC 72012: Contractors and supervisors, pipefitting trades
  4. NOC 72013: Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades
  5. NOC 72020: Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades
  6. NOC 72021: Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews
  7. NOC 72022: Supervisors, printing and related occupations
  8. NOC 72100: Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors
  9. NOC 72101: Tool and die makers
  10. NOC 72102: Sheet metal workers
  11. NOC 72103: Boilermakers
  12. NOC 72104: Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
  13. NOC 72105: Ironworkers
  14. NOC 72200: Electricians (except industrial and power system)
  15. NOC 72201: Industrial electricians
  16. NOC 72203: Electrical power line and cable workers
  17. NOC 72205: Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians
  18. NOC 72300: Plumbers
  19. NOC 72301: Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
  20. NOC 72302: Gas fitters
  21. NOC 72310: Carpenters
  22. NOC 72311: Cabinetmakers
  23. NOC 72320: Bricklayers
  24. NOC 72321: Insulators
  25. NOC 72400: Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
  26. NOC 72402: Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
  27. NOC 72403: Railway carmen/women
  28. NOC 72404: Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors
  29. NOC 72406: Elevator constructors and mechanics
  30. NOC 72410: Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers
  31. NOC 72422: Electrical mechanics
  32. NOC 72423: Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics
  33. NOC 72500: Crane operators
  34. NOC 73100: Concrete finishers
  35. NOC 73101: Tilesetters
  36. NOC 73102: Plasterers, drywall installers, finishers and lathers
  37. NOC 73110: Roofers and shinglers
  38. NOC 73111: Glaziers
  39. NOC 73112: Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
  40. NOC 73113: Floor covering installers
  41. NOC 73200: Residential and commercial installers and servicers
  42. NOC 73201: General building maintenance workers and building superintendents
  43. NOC 73202: Pest controllers and fumigators
  44. NOC 73209: Other repairers and servicers
  45. NOC 73400: Heavy equipment operators
  46. NOC 73402: Drillers and blasters—surface mining, quarrying and construction
  47. NOC 82031: Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services

See below OINP Skilled Trades Stream Draws in 2024

Date Invitations CRS score range Express Entry Profiles Creation Dates Notes
October 17, 2024 1,307 405-435 October 17, 2023 –
October 17, 2024
Targeted draw for 47 skilled trade occupations
August 22, 2024 1,287 400-435 August 22, 2023 –
August 22, 2024
Targeted draw for 46 skilled trade occupations
July 11, 2024 1,277 408-435 July 11, 2023 –
July 11, 2024
Targeted draw for 46 skilled trade occupations
March 1, 2024 2,583 350-424 March 1, 2023 –
March 1, 2024
Targeted draw for 49 skilled trade occupations
January 11, 2024 2,552 350-424 January 11, 2023 –
January 11, 2024
Targeted draw for 49 skilled trade occupations

All candidates who received an invitation will have 45 days to accept and submit a detailed application to be considered for provincial nomination. Also, an additional 600 points will be added to the CRS scores of the invited profiles bringing their scores to the range of 1,005 to 1,035 respectively.

So far in 2024, the OINP Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream has invited 9,006 profiles in five rounds, compared to just 7,512 invitations in 2023.

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October 17, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

In the latest BC PNP draw on October 16, approximately 189 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency were issued across general and targeted categories. A total of 102 invitations were granted in the general draw, which included skilled workers and international graduates, along with their express entry variants.

Additionally, 38 invitations were sent to candidates with experience as early childhood educators’ assistants or instructors (NOC 42202). Furthermore, 28 individuals with backgrounds in 39 healthcare-related occupations received ITAs, while 21 applicants from 25 construction-related occupations listed below.

See below details of latest BC PNP draw:

Date Draw type Stream Minimum
Score
Number of invitations
October 16, 2024 General Skilled Worker 127 102
Skilled Worker – EEBC option 127
International Graduate 127
International Graduate – EEBC option 127
Entry Level & Semi-Skilled 110
Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) Skilled Worker, International Graduate
(includes EEBC option)
83 38
Targeting 25 Construction occupations 89 21
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations 99 28
Veterinary care 80 <5

See below list of BC PNP 25 targeted Construction Occupations

  1. 22114 Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists
  2. 72102 Sheet metal workers
  3. 72103 Boilermakers
  4. 72104 Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
  5. 72105 Ironworkers
  6. 72106 Welders and related machine operators
  7. 72200 Electricians (except industrial and power system)
  8. 72201 Industrial electricians
  9. 72300 Plumbers
  10. 72301 Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
  11. 72302 Gas fitters
  12. 72310 Carpenters
  13. 72311 Cabinetmakers
  14. 72320 Bricklayers
  15. 72400 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
  16. 72401 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
  17. 72402 Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
  18. 72500 Crane operators
  19. 73100 Concrete finishers
  20. 73101 Tilesetters
  21. 73102 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
  22. 73110 Roofers and shinglers
  23. 73111 Glaziers
  24. 73112 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
  25. 73113 Floor covering installers

See below the 39 targeted Healthcare Occupations

  • 30010 Managers in health care
  • 31100 Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
  • 31101 Specialists in surgery
  • 31102 General practitioners and family physicians
  • 31110 Dentists
  • 31112 Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
  • 31120 Pharmacists
  • 31121 Dietitians and nutritionists
  • 31200 Psychologists
  • 31201 Chiropractors
  • 31202 Physiotherapists
  • 31203 Occupational therapists
  • 31204 Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
  • 31209 Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
  • 31300 Nursing coordinators and supervisors
  • 31301 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
  • 31302 Nurse practitioners
  • 31303 Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
  • 32101 Licensed practical nurses
  • 32102 Paramedical occupations
  • 32103 Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
  • 32109 Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
  • 32110 Denturists
  • 32111 Dental hygienists and dental therapists
  • 32112 Dental technologists and technicians
  • 32120 Medical laboratory technologists
  • 32121 Medical radiation technologists
  • 32122 Medical sonographers
  • 32123 Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
  • 32124 Pharmacy technicians
  • 32129 Other medical technologists and technicians
  • 32200 Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
  • 33100 Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
  • 33101 Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
  • 33102 Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
  • 33103 Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
  • 41300 Social workers
  • 41301 Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies
  • 42201 Social and community service workers

The BC PNP processing timeframe for post-nomination requests and skills immigration remain 3 months respectively. Processing only commences after BC PNP receives completed application.

Congratulations to everyone that received an invitation!

Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a study visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

October 14, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

In the most recent Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) draw, held on October 10, 2024, a total of 234 invitations for permanent residency were issued across different categories. Out of these, 36 invitations were extended to candidates who had submitted a valid Express Entry profile number.

See below details of latest Manitoba invitation:

Skilled Worker in Manitoba

Applicants who completed post-secondary education in Manitoba

Profiles where the applicant or their spouse had completed post-secondary studies in Manitoba were reviewed.

• Number of Letters of Advice to Apply issued: 82

• Lowest-ranked candidate’s score: 845

International Education Stream

Profiles indicating eligibility under the International Education Stream were considered.

• Number of Letters of Advice to Apply issued: 114

Skilled Worker Overseas

Profiles indicating they received a direct invitation from the MPNP through a strategic recruitment initiative were considered.

• Number of Letters of Advice to Apply issued: 38

• Lowest score for an invited candidate: 711

Of the 234 Letters of Advice to Apply that were distributed in this draw, 36 had been issued to candidates who had submitted a valid Express Entry profile number and job seeker validation code.

Need help obtaining a visitor visa to visit Canada, or professional help putting in a study visa application, work permit application, Expression of Interest, creating an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application after receiving an invitation to apply or even just reviewing an application you prepared yourself? Book a consultation or send us an email on info@eseumohimmigration.com

October 11, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

In the third Express Entry draw of the week announced on October 10, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) extended 1,000 invitations for permanent residency to applicants with strong French language skills (Level 7) and a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 444.

This follows a draw on October 9, when 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) who had a CRS score of 539 or higher.

Earlier in the month, on October 7, IRCC selected 1,613 candidates through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) with CRS scores of 743 or above.

See below details of Express Entry draw of this week

Specifics October 10 October 9 October 7
Category Level 7 in French Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Provincial Nominee Program
Invitations 1,000 500 1,613
CRS Cutoff 444 539 743
Tie-breaking rule September 27, 2024 February 20, 2024 March 22, 2024

See below CRS Score distribution in the pool

CRS score range Number of candidates
601-1200 216
501-600 12,312
451-500 63,026
491-500 11,840
481-490 12,282
471-480 14,794
461-470 12,829
451-460 11,281
401-450 54,542
441-450 10,903
431-440 11,876
421-430 10,361
411-420 10,733
401-410 10,669
351-400 50,737
301-350 23,082
0-300 5,402
Total 209,317

Congratulations to everyone that got an invite!

Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com

 

 

 

October 10, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

In the second Express Entry draw of this week held on October 9, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. The draw focused on candidates within the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 539 or greater.

See below details of Express Entry Draws this week

Specifics October 9 October 7
Category Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Provincial Nominee Program
Invitations 500 1,613
CRS Cutoff 539 743
Tie-breaking rule February 20, 2024 March 22, 2024

See below CRS Score Distribution in the Express Entry Pool

CRS score range Number of candidates
601-1200 216
501-600 12,312
451-500 63,026
491-500 11,840
481-490 12,282
471-480 14,794
461-470 12,829
451-460 11,281
401-450 54,542
441-450 10,903
431-440 11,876
421-430 10,361
411-420 10,733
401-410 10,669
351-400 50,737
301-350 23,082
0-300 5,402
Total 209,317
Require assistance with securing a visitor visa for Canada, seeking professional aid in submitting a visa or work permit application, crafting an Expression of Interest, setting up an express entry or provincial nomination profile, preparing your application post receiving an invitation to apply, or simply reviewing your self-prepared application? Schedule a consultation or reach out via email at info@eseumohimmigration.com