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March 5, 2024

British Columbia has begun issuing Provincial Attestation Letters for International Students

Dear future neighbour,

As of March 4, 2024, British Columbia has initiated the issuance of Provincial Attestation Letters (PAL). PAL is a verificaton letter provided to institutions by the provincial government, which then distribute it to international applicants.

International students wishing to study in the province are required to include PAL, received from the British Columbia government, along with their study permit application. This serves as evidence of their acceptance into a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) within the province.

Following the announcement of the cap for intake of international students in 2024 by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), British Columbia has been allocated a total of 83,000 undergraduate study permit applications by IRCC. The province highlights that, according to past acceptance rates, the federal government anticipates approximately 50,000 approved study permit applications for 2024 as a result. The province stated that letters will be distributed 53% for public institutions and 47% for private institutions.

This requirement by IRCC does not affect primary and secondary students, master’s and doctoral degree students, students already in Canada with a valid study permit or Canada work permit holders and their in-Canada family members, also students already in Canada applying for an extension as well as students whose application was received before 8:30am EST on January 22, 2024 before the announcement on cap for study permit applications was made by IRCC.

British Columbia is leading the way as the first province to initiate the issuance of attestation letters as the deadline provided by IRCC is March 31, 2024.

Need 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

March 3, 2024

Ontario invites 2,583 Candidates for PR in Express Entry draw

By EUIC Admin Express Entry, Provincial nomination 1

Dear future neighbour,

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) invited 2,583 candidates for permanent residency in an Express Entry draw on Friday, March 1, 2024.

Profiles in the Express Entry pool between March 1, 2023 and March 1, 2024, experienced in one of the 49 skilled trade occupations with a CRS score of 350-424 were targeted in this round of invitation.

See below OINP Express Entry Draw for Eligible Skilled Trade Occupations

NOC 72010: Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations
NOC 72011 – Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations
NOC 72012 – Contractors and supervisors, pipefitting trades
NOC 72013 – Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades
NOC 72020 – Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades
NOC 72021 – Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews
NOC 72022 – Supervisors, printing and related occupations
NOC 72100 – Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors
NOC 72101 – Tool and die makers
NOC 72102 – Sheet metal workers
NOC 72103 – Boilermakers
NOC 72104 – Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
NOC 72105 Ironworkers
NOC 72106 – Welders and related machine operators
NOC 72200 – Electricians (except industrial and power system)
NOC 72201 – Industrial electricians
NOC 72203 – Electrical power line and cable workers
NOC 72204 – Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers
NOC 72205 – Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians
NOC 72300 – Plumbers
NOC 72301 – Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
NOC 72302 – Gas fitters
NOC 72310 – Carpenters
NOC 72311 – Cabinetmakers
NOC 72320 – Bricklayers
NOC 72321 – Insulators
NOC 72400 – Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
NOC 72402 – Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
NOC 72403 – Railway carmen/women
NOC 72404 – Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors
NOC 72406 – Elevator constructors and mechanics
NOC 72410 – Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers
NOC 72422 – Electrical mechanics
NOC 72423 – Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics
NOC 72500 – Crane operators
NOC 73100 – Concrete finishers
NOC 73101 – Tilesetters
NOC 73102 – Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
NOC 73110 – Roofers and shinglers
NOC 73111 – Glaziers
NOC 73113 – Floor covering installers
NOC 73200 – Residential and commercial installers and servicers
NOC 73201 – General building maintenance workers and building superintendents
NOC 73202 – Pest controllers and fumigators
NOC 73209 – Other repairers and servicers
NOC 73400 – Heavy equipment operators
NOC 73402 – Drillers and blasters – surface mining, quarrying and construction
NOC 82031: Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services

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

March 1, 2024

IRCC invites 2,500 Candidates for PR in New Express Entry Francophone Draw

By EUIC Admin Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

IRCC issued invitations to 2,500 candidates in a francophone draw on Thursday, February 29, 2024. This marks the second Express Entry Draw announced within the same week.

Profiles with high fluency in French and a cutoff score of 336 were targeted in this round of invitation.

See below the summary of the Express Entry Draws this week

Description	February 29, 2024	February 28, 2024
Draw type	Targeted draw for profiles with high proficiency in French	General or all program draws
Invitations	2,400	1,470
CRS Cutoff	336	534
Tie-breaking rule	January 18, 2024	January 16, 2024

Francophone draws aim to attract French-speaking candidates to contribute to Canada’s linguistic diversity and cultural enrichment. Candidates receiving invitations should promptly proceed with their application process, adhering to the requirements outlined by IRCC.

March 1, 2024

Canada imposes New Visa requirements for Mexican citizens effective February 29, 2024

By EUIC Admin News, Temporary Visa

Dear future neighbour,

This update is in response to a rise in asylum petitions filed by Mexican citizens that are denied, withdrawn or abandoned. The new changes will apply even if you have already booked your trip to Canada so this is very important.

According to IRCC, having pre-booked travel reservations or a previously valid electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) does not ensure approval for a new eTA or visa.

Mexican citizens can reapply for a new eTA if they fall into any of these categories:

frequently fly to Canada and have had a visitor visa to Canada in the last ten years
or currently possess a valid non-immigrant visa to the United States.

If they do not have any of the above, they require a visa.

Mexican citizens who have valid Canadian work or study permits are unaffected. Their eTA will not be cancelled and they will be able to continue traveling to Canada.

Mexican citizens residing in Canada without a Canadian study or work permit are allowed to stay for the duration of their permitted stay. However, when they leave Canada and intend to return, they must obtain a visa or a new electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), if eligible.

Due to the new entrance regulations, Mexican visitors may experience delays upon arrival at Canadian airports. It’s important for Mexican visitors to be aware of these regulations and plan accordingly for potential delays when traveling to Canada.

February 29, 2024

IRCC invites 1,470 Candidates in latest Express Entry draw

By EUIC Admin Express Entry

Dear future neighbour,

On Wednesday, February 28, 2024, IRCC issued 1,470 invitations to apply for permanent residency to skilled workers in an Express Entry draw.

The Express Entry draw results indicate promising opportunities for skilled individuals seeking permanent residency in the country. It’s a positive development for both the applicants and Canada’s immigration system overall.

Summary of the latest Express Entry Draw: February 28, 2024

Number of invitations issued: 1,470
Rank required to be invited to apply: 1,470 or above
Date and time of round: February 28, 2024
CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 534
Tie-breaking rule: January 16, 2024

See below CRS Score Distribution in the Pool

CRS score range	Number of candidates
601-1200	965
501-600	9,567
451-500	59,371
491-500	7,574
481-490	10,095
471-480	17,137
461-470	13,373
451-460	11,192
401-450	50,695
441-450	10,265
431-440	10,474
421-430	9,110
411-420	10,407
401-410	10,439
351-400	56,178
301-350	29,305
0-300	5,406
Total	211,487

February 28, 2024

British Columbia invites 188+ Candidates for Provincial nomination in targeted draw

By EUIC Admin Express Entry, Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

British Columbia issued invitations to apply for permanent residency to more than 188 candidates in targeted invitation rounds on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.

See below latest BC PNP Draw

Date	Draw type	Stream	Minimum Score	Number of invitations
February 27, 2024	Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202)	Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option)	65	45
	Targeting 25 Construction occupations		80	12
	Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations		65	41
	Targeting 35 tech occupations		108	90
	Veterinary care		65	<5

The processing time for BC PNP Skills Immigration and Post-nomination requests remains at 3 months each. Applications undergo processing only upon submission and receipt of completed applications by BC PNP.

See below BC PNP Fees 2023

February 27, 2024

Modifications introduced to OINP application procedures

By EUIC Admin Express Entry, Provincial nomination

Dear future neighbour,

As of February 26, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has implemented a new requirement for its application process. Moving forward, all applicants are mandated to include a consent form along with their applications. This form likely signifies the applicant’s acknowledgment and authorization for the processing of their application by the OINP. Applicants are advised to ensure compliance with this updated procedure to avoid any delays or complications in the processing of their immigration applications.

The consent form must be completed, correctly dated, signed by the applicant, signed by the applicant’s spouse and dependents (if applicable) and uploaded with other documents in the application.

See below important changes to note for OINP applications:

The PDF Attestation form for OINP Expression of Interest system stream applications is no longer required.
The Applicant Consent form must be completed after receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) or a Notification of Interest (NOI).
This form cannot be signed by your representative on your behalf.

Applicants must carefully review the stream-specific document checklist to ensure that the mandatory documents are submitted when applying to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP).

February 26, 2024

The most expensive city in Ontario Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre is …

By EUIC Admin News

Dear future neighbour,

In the city of Toronto, Ontario you can rent a three bedroom apartment for an average of $4,384 in the city centre. This is according to statistics available on Numbeo.com which are gathered from residents of the city.

Unfortunately, accommodation cannot be the only factor you consider when moving to a new city. It’s worth noting that rental prices can vary depending on the neighborhood, building amenities, and other factors. While Toronto offers a wide range of cultural, entertainment, and employment opportunities, the cost of housing remains a significant consideration for residents. For the next month, we will review these factors and recommend cities based on statistics to help you make an informed decision.

See below in descending order the full list of the cities where rent is most expensive in the city centre in the province of Ontario:

Toronto – $4,384
Markham – $3,766
Mississauga – $3,733
Richmond Hill – $3,666
Vaughan – $3,600
London – $3,350
Ottawa – $3,311
Sarnia – $3,250
Woodstock – $3,250
Waterloo- $3,225
Orillia – $3,200
Burlington – $3,150
Guelph -$3,128
Brampton – $3,125
Pickering – $3,033
Stratford – $3,000

Did we leave out any? Would you like to ask some questions? Are you interested in studying in Canada? Need help obtaining a visitor visa to visit Canada, work permit application, Expression of Interest, creating an express entry or provincial nomination profile or even just reviewing an application you prepared yourself? Start the journey by sending an email on info@eseumohimmigration.com

February 21, 2024

The most affordable city in Ontario Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre is …

By EUIC Admin News

Dear future neighbour,

First off, Ontario is not one of the most affordable provinces in Canada, so don’t be surprised by this list.

In the city of Kenora, Ontario, you can rent a three bedroom apartment for as low as $2,000 in the city centre. This is according to statistics available on Numbeo.com gathered from the residents of the city.

There are other factors that affect your choice of a comfortable apartment when moving to a new city apart from affordability, we understand this and would be reviewing these factors and recommend cities based on statistics to help you make an informed decision.

See below in descending order list of cities to rent a 3-bedroom apartment for $2,550 or lower in the city centre in the province of Ontario:

1. St. Catherine’s – $2,550

2. Chatham-Kent – $2,500

3. Welland – $2,500

4. Belleville – $2,470

5. Cambridge – $2300

6. Kingston – $2,250

7. Peterborough – $2,250

8. Thunder Bay – $2,233

9. Windsor – $2,200

10. Sault St. Marie – $2,175

11. Niagara Falls – $2,145

12. Owen Sound – $2,100

13. Timmins – $2,100

14. Kenora – $2,000

February 19, 2024

IEC invites 4,655 Candidates under Working Holiday Visa Category

By EUIC Admin Business Visa

In the just concluded week, the Working Holiday Visa Category of International Experience Canada (IEC) sent a total of 4,655 invitations to apply for open work permit in a working holiday visa round of invitation.

The Young Professional category and International Co-op (Internship) category received 274 and 237 closed work permit invitations respectively in the same week.

Currently, there are 35 eligible countries under the Working Holiday Visa category. A total of 29,713 eligible candidates are in the pool with an available slot of 38,668.

See below invitations sent under the Working Holiday Visa Category

Country	Invitations sent last week	Available spots	Eligible candidates in pool	Quota	Chances of being invited to the next round
Andorra	0	20	0	25	Excellent
Australia	370	0	145	Unlimited	Excellent
Austria	16	12	5	100	Excellent
Belgium	81	271	13	750	Excellent
Chile	100	355	6,891	725	Very low
Costa Rica	10	47	1,717	80	Very low
Croatia	5	255	1	275	Excellent
Czech Republic	25	774	16	1,000	Excellent
Denmark	20	262	4	350	Excellent
Estonia	0	83	4	110	Excellent
Finland	0	0	0	TBA	Excellent
France	570	4,487	17,500	7,000	Very low
Germany	226	3,364	94	4,490	Excellent
Greece	13	117	5	180	Excellent
Hong Kong	16	96	9	200	Excellent
Iceland	0	117	0	120	Excellent
Ireland	335	9,135	120	10,500	Excellent
Italy	127	1,106	56	1,750	Excellent
Japan	409	4,207	153	6,500	Excellent
Latvia	5	6	17	40	Fair
Lithuania	18	78	7	175	Excellent
Luxembourg	2	76	1	80	Excellent
Netherlands	59	24	15	430	Excellent
New Zealand	126	1,922	44	2,500	Excellent
Norway	0	105	5	135	Excellent
Poland	43	487	13	635	Excellent
Portugal	28	1,525	18	1,750	Excellent
San Marino	0	24	0	25	Excellent
Slovakia	15	181	9	315	Excellent
Slovenia	4	67	1	80	Excellent
South Korea	1,014	2,968	469	10,000	Excellent
Spain	104	334	59	800	Excellent
Sweden	15	505	7	580	Excellent
Taiwan	150	532	2,014	940	Very Low
UK	749	5,126	301	9,000	Excellent
Total	4,655	38,668	29,713	61,640

See below invitations sent under the Young Professionals Category

Country	Invitations since last two weeks	Available Spots	Eligible candidates in pool	Quota	Chances of being invited to the next round
Australia	7	0	1	Unlimited	Excellent
Austria	0	57	0	60	Excellent
Chile	5	11	162	20	Very low
Costa Rica	2	2	113	15	Very low
Croatia	0	17	0	20	Excellent
Czech Republic	18	76	5	145	Excellent
Estonia	1	8	0	10	Excellent
Finland	0	0	0	TBA	Excellent
France	129	1,679	66	2,200	Excellent
France – VIE	5	890	50	1,000	Excellent
Germany	23	264	12	350	Excellent
Greece	6	4	4	10	Excellent
Ireland	13	128	4	150	Excellent
Latvia	2	6	1	8	Excellent
Lithuania	3	15	0	20	Excellent
Luxembourg	0	10	0	10	Excellent
Netherlands	6	135	3	170	Excellent
Norway	0	12	0	15	Excellent
Poland	2	100	0	110	Excellent
Portugal	2	194	0	200	Excellent
Slovakia	3	16	5	30	Excellent
Slovenia	1	13	0	15	Excellent
South Korea	22	1,373	7	1,500	Excellent
Spain	9	81	8	120	Excellent
Spain ICEX Vives	0	49	7	50	Excellent
Sweden	1	92	3	100	Excellent
Switzerland	6	147	13	200	Excellent
Taiwan	8	32	5	50	Excellent
UK	0	815	17	900	Excellent
Total	274	6,226	486	7,478

See below Invitations for International Co-ops (Internships)

Country	Invitations since last week	Available Spots	Eligible candidates in pool	Quota	Chances of being invited to the next round
Australia	2	0	0	Unlimited	Excellent
Austria	0	20	0	20	Excellent
Chile	1	2	1	5	Excellent
Costa Rica	0	5	0	5	Excellent
Croatia	0	5	0	5	Excellent
Czech Republic	1	4	0	5	Excellent
Estonia	0	5	0	5	Excellent
Finland	0	0	0	TBA	Excellent
France	218	2,665	91	4,250	Excellent
Germany	9	130	3	160	Excellent
Greece	0	10	0	10	Excellent
Ireland	1	40	0	50	Excellent
Latvia	0	2	0	2	Excellent
Lithuania	0	5	0	5	Excellent
Luxembourg	0	10	0	10	Excellent
Norway	0	5	0	5	Excellent
Poland	0	5	0	5	Excellent
Portugal	1	49	0	50	Excellent
Slovakia	0	5	0	5	Excellent
Slovenia	0	5	0	5	Excellent
South Korea	2	498	0	500	Excellent
Spain	0	29	2	30	Excellent
Sweden	0	20	0	20	Excellent
Switzerland	2	39	0	50	Excellent
Taiwan	0	10	0	100	Excellent
UK	0	95	1	100	Excellent
Total	237	3,663	98	5,402

A total 5,166 invitations to apply under the IEC 2024 season was sent in the just concluded week. IRCC takes three weeks to process an application when submitted.

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British Columbia has begun issuing Provincial Attestation Letters for International Students

Dear future neighbour,

Ontario invites 2,583 Candidates for PR in Express Entry draw

Dear future neighbour,

See below OINP Express Entry Draw for Eligible Skilled Trade Occupations

IRCC invites 2,500 Candidates for PR in New Express Entry Francophone Draw

Dear future neighbour,

See below the summary of the Express Entry Draws this week

Canada imposes New Visa requirements for Mexican citizens effective February 29, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

IRCC invites 1,470 Candidates in latest Express Entry draw

Dear future neighbour,

Summary of the latest Express Entry Draw: February 28, 2024

See below CRS Score Distribution in the Pool

British Columbia invites 188+ Candidates for Provincial nomination in targeted draw

Dear future neighbour,

See below latest BC PNP Draw

See below BC PNP Fees 2023

Modifications introduced to OINP application procedures

Dear future neighbour,

See below important changes to note for OINP applications:

The most expensive city in Ontario Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre is …

Dear future neighbour,

See below in descending order the full list of the cities where rent is most expensive in the city centre in the province of Ontario:

The most affordable city in Ontario Canada to rent a 3-bedroom apartment in the city centre is …

Dear future neighbour,

See below in descending order list of cities to rent a 3-bedroom apartment for $2,550 or lower in the city centre in the province of Ontario:

IEC invites 4,655 Candidates under Working Holiday Visa Category

See below invitations sent under the Working Holiday Visa Category

See below invitations sent under the Young Professionals Category

See below Invitations for International Co-ops (Internships)