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March 13, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

British Columbia invites 187 Candidates to apply for permanent residency in targeted rounds of invitation on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.

A total of 65 candidates with experience in the 35 Tech occupations under the Express Entry and BC PNP Skills Immigration Streams were invited in this round.

Also, 54 profiles with experience as early child educators or instructors were invited. A total of 30 candidates under the 25 construction related occupations introduced in 2023 were also invited.

Finally, 38 candidates were invited with experience in any of the 35 healthcare related occupations.

See below Latest BC PNP Draw: March 12

Date Draw type Stream Minimum
Score
Number of invitations
March 12, 2024 Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) 75 54
Targeting 25 Construction occupations 80 30
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations 75 38
Targeting 35 tech occupations 113 65
Veterinary care 75

 

See below full list of 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. 72,500 Crane operators
  19. 73100 Concrete finishers
  20. 73101 Tilesetters
  21. 73102: Plasterers, drywall installers, 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 full list of eligible Healthcare-related 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

See below full list of eligible Tech Occupations

  1. 10030 Telecommunication carriers managers
  2. 20012 Computer and information systems managers
  3. 21100: Physicists and astronomers
  4. 21210 Mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries
  5. 21211 Data scientists
  6. 21220 Cybersecurity specialists
  7. 21221 Business systems specialists
  8. 21222 Information systems specialists
  9. 21223 Database analysts and data administrators
  10. 21230 Computer systems developers and programmers
  11. 21231: Software engineers and designers
  12. 21232: Software developers and programmers
  13. 21233 Web designers
  14. 21234 Web developers and programmers
  15. 21300 Civil engineers
  16. 21301 Mechanical engineers
  17. 21310: Electrical and electronics engineers
  18. 21311 Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)
  19. 21320 Chemical engineers
  20. 21399 Other professional engineers
  21. 22110: Biological technologists and technicians
  22. 22220 Computer network and web technicians
  23. 22221: User support technicians
  24. 22222 Information systems testing technicians
  25. 22310 Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians
  26. 22312: Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics
  27. 50011 Managers: publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts
  28. 51111 Authors and writers (except technical)
  29. 51112 Technical writers
  30. 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations
  31. 52119 Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts
  32. 52112 Broadcast technicians
  33. 52113: Audio and video recording technicians
  34. 52120: Graphic designers and illustrators
  35. 53111 Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators

The processing timeframe for BC PNP Skills Immigration and Post nomination requests remains three months respectively. Applications are only processed when completed applications are submitted.

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 12, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

Today, March 12, 2024, the latest Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Draw invites 2,639 candidates to apply for permanent residency in three new draws under the International Student Stream.

A total of 1,306 invitations for permanent residency (PR) are being issued to eligible profiles through the general draw targeting international students.

Furthermore, OINP Expression of Interest profiles that are eligible for the International Student Stream with a CRS score of 72 and above were invited in this round of invitation.

649 invitations to apply for permanent residency was also issued in a targeted OINP EOI Draw for 63 skilled trade occupations under the International Student Stream. Eligible profiles with a CRS score of 66 and above were considered in this round of invitation.

684 Profiles with CRS score of 72 and above under the 41 healthcare occupations and 15 tech occupations in the OINP International Student Stream were also targeted in this draw.

See below the Skilled Trades Occupations Targeted in Ontario PNP Draw today

  1. NOC 22212: Drafting technologists and technicians
  2. NOC 22301 – Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians
  3. NOC 22302 – Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists and technicians
  4. NOC 22311 – Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment)
  5. NOC 22312 – Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics
  6. NOC 70010 – Construction managers
  7. NOC 70011 – Home building and renovation managers
  8. NOC 70012 – Facility operation and maintenance managers
  9. NOC 72010 – Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations
  10. NOC 72011 – Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations
  11. NOC 72012 – Contractors and supervisors, pipefitting trades
  12. NOC 72013 – Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades
  13. NOC 72014 – Contractors and supervisors, other construction trades, installers, repairers and servicers
  14. NOC 72020 – Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades
  15. NOC 72021 – Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews
  16. NOC 72022 – Supervisors, printing and related occupations
  17. NOC 72024 – Supervisors, motor transport and other ground transit operators
  18. NOC 72100 – Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors
  19. NOC 72101 – Tool and die makers
  20. NOC 72102 – Sheet metal workers
  21. NOC 72103 – Boilermakers
  22. NOC 72104 – Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
  23. NOC 72105: Ironworkers
  24. NOC 72106 – Welders and related machine operators
  25. NOC 72200 – Electricians (except industrial and power system)
  26. NOC 72201 – Industrial electricians
  27. NOC 72203 – Electrical power line and cable workers
  28. NOC 72204 – Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers
  29. NOC 72205 – Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians
  30. NOC 72300 – Plumbers
  31. NOC 72301 – Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
  32. NOC 72302 – Gas fitters
  33. NOC 72310 – Carpenters
  34. NOC 72311 – Cabinetmakers
  35. NOC 72320 – Bricklayers
  36. NOC 72321 – Insulators
  37. NOC 72400 – Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
  38. NOC 72401 – Heavy-duty equipment mechanics
  39. NOC 72402 – Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
  40. NOC 72403 – Railway carmen/women
  41. NOC 72404 – Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors
  42. NOC 72406 – Elevator constructors and mechanics
  43. NOC 72410 – Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers
  44. NOC 72422 – Electrical mechanics
  45. NOC 72423 – Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics
  46. NOC 72500 – Crane operators
  47. NOC 73100 – Concrete finishers
  48. NOC 73101 – Tilesetters
  49. NOC 73102 – Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
  50. NOC 73110 – Roofers and shinglers
  51. NOC 73111 – Glaziers
  52. NOC 73112 – Painters and decorators (except interior decorators)
  53. NOC 73113 – Floor covering installers
  54. NOC 73200 – Residential and commercial installers and servicers
  55. NOC 73201 – General building maintenance workers and building superintendents
  56. NOC 73202 – Pest controllers and fumigators
  57. NOC 73209 – Other repairers and servicers
  58. NOC 73300 Transport truck drivers
  59. NOC 73301 Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators
  60. NOC 73400 – Heavy equipment operators
  61. NOC 73402 – Drillers and blasters – surface mining, quarrying and construction
  62. NOC 82031 – Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services
  63. NOC 92100: Power engineers and power systems operators

See below Healthcare Occupations Targeted in OINP Draw today:

  1. NOC 30010: Managers in health care
  2. NOC 31100 – Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
  3. NOC 31103 – Veterinarians
  4. NOC 31110 – Dentists
  5. NOC 31111 – Optometrists
  6. NOC 31112 – Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
  7. NOC 31120 – Pharmacists
  8. NOC 31121 – Dietitians and nutritionists
  9. NOC 31200 – Psychologists
  10. NOC 31201 – Chiropractors
  11. NOC 31202 – Physiotherapists
  12. NOC 31203 – Occupational therapists
  13. NOC 31204 – Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
  14. NOC 31209 – Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
  15. NOC 31300 – Nursing coordinators and supervisors
  16. NOC 31301 – Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
  17. NOC 31302 – Nurse practitioners
  18. NOC 31303 – Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
  19. NOC 32100 – Opticians
  20. NOC 32101 – Licensed practical nurses
  21. NOC 32102 – Paramedical occupations
  22. NOC 32103 – Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
  23. NOC 32104 – Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians
  24. NOC 32109 – Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
  25. NOC 32110 – Denturists
  26. NOC 32111 – Dental hygienists and dental therapists
  27. NOC 32112 – Dental technologists and technicians
  28. NOC 32120 – Medical laboratory technologists
  29. NOC 32121 – Medical radiation technologists
  30. NOC 32122 – Medical sonographers
  31. NOC 32123 – Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
  32. NOC 32124 – Pharmacy technicians
  33. NOC 32129 – Other medical technologists and technicians
  34. NOC 32200 – Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
  35. NOC 32201 – Massage therapists
  36. NOC 32209 – Other practitioners of natural healing
  37. NOC 33100 – Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
  38. NOC 33101 – Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
  39. NOC 33102 – Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
  40. NOC 33103 – Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
  41. NOC 33109: Other assisting occupations in support of health services

See below Tech Occupations Targeted in OINP Draw today:

  • NOC 20012 – Computer and information systems managers
  • NOC 21211 – Data Scientists
  • NOC 21220 – Cybersecurity specialists
  • NOC 21221 – Business system specialists
  • NOC 21222 – Information systems specialists
  • NOC 21223 – Database analysts and data administrators
  • NOC 21230 – Computer systems developers and programmers
  • NOC 21231 – Software engineers and designers
  • NOC 21232 – Software developers and programmers
  • NOC 21233 – Web designers
  • NOC 21234 – Web developers and programmers
  • NOC 21311 – Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)
  • NOC 22220 – Computer network technicians
  • NOC 22221 – User support technicians
  • NOC 22222 – Information systems testing technicians

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 11, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

Manitoba sent out 104 invitations to apply for permanent residency under the Skilled Workers Overseas category on Friday, March 8, 2024.

Profiles with a CRS score of 614 or higher were considered in this round of invitation.

Out of the invited candidates, only 20 had a valid Express Entry profile along with a 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

 

March 7, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, on Wednesday March 6, 2024, announced new Canada immigration pilots for rural and francophone minority communities. This Rural Community Immigration Pilot will be fully in effect by fall 2024.

The immigration minister also stated the importance of the RNIP (Rural Northern Immigration Pilot) and its success.

As of the end of January, the minister emphasized that 5,158 newcomers obtained permanent residency through this pathway, with approximately 87% of respondents from surveys indicating that they remained in these communities.

IRCC is working towards adding more communities to be included in this program with the goal to guarantee that programs that alleviate labour shortages and assist local businesses in finding the labour they require will still be available in rural regions.

The programs will offer pathways to permanent residence for new comers who would want to settle down in these rural communities permanently and are also able to meet their urgent labour shortages. The francophone program also aims to ensure the development of francophone minority towns and increase the number of French speaking immigrants  settling in these communities outside of Quebec.

The IRCC will commence the community application process this spring for the communities participating in the pilots. Further details will be provided in the months ahead.

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 6, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On Tuesday, March 5, 2024, British Columbia invited 155 candidates for permanent residency in targeted rounds of invitation.

Profiles under the 35 tech occupations, 25 construction-related occupations, early childhood educators, 39 healthcare-related occupations in both the Express Entry and the BC PNP Skills Immigration stream as well as the Entry Level and Semi-Skilled streams were considered in this round.

See below latest BC PNP Draw

Date Draw type Stream Minimum
Score
Number of invitations
March 5, 2024 General Skilled Worker 126 54
Skilled Worker
– EEBC option
126
International Graduate 126
International Graduate – EEBC option 126
Entry Level and
Semi-Skilled
99
Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) 70 32
Targeting 25 Construction occupations 80 30
Targeting 39 Healthcare occupations 70 39
Veterinary care 70

See below full list of 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. 72,500 Crane operators
  19. 73100 Concrete finishers
  20. 73101 Tilesetters
  21. 73102: Plasterers, drywall installers, 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 full list of eligible Healthcare-related 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

See below full list of eligible Tech Occupations

  1. 10030 Telecommunication carriers managers
  2. 20012 Computer and information systems managers
  3. 21100: Physicists and astronomers
  4. 21210 Mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries
  5. 21211 Data scientists
  6. 21220 Cybersecurity specialists
  7. 21221 Business systems specialists
  8. 21222 Information systems specialists
  9. 21223 Database analysts and data administrators
  10. 21230 Computer systems developers and programmers
  11. 21231: Software engineers and designers
  12. 21232: Software developers and programmers
  13. 21233 Web designers
  14. 21234 Web developers and programmers
  15. 21300 Civil engineers
  16. 21301 Mechanical engineers
  17. 21310: Electrical and electronics engineers
  18. 21311 Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)
  19. 21320 Chemical engineers
  20. 21399 Other professional engineers
  21. 22110: Biological technologists and technicians
  22. 22220 Computer network and web technicians
  23. 22221: User support technicians
  24. 22222 Information systems testing technicians
  25. 22310 Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians
  26. 22312: Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics
  27. 50011 Managers: publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts
  28. 51111 Authors and writers (except technical)
  29. 51112 Technical writers
  30. 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations
  31. 52119 Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts
  32. 52112 Broadcast technicians
  33. 52113: Audio and video recording technicians
  34. 52120: Graphic designers and illustrators
  35. 53111 Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators

The processing timeframe for the BC PNP Skills Immigration and post-nominations requests remains 3 months respectively. Processing only commences when applications are completed and submitted.

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 5, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

The requirements for Alberta Tourism and Hospitality stream has been released.

This immigration stream targets most occupations classified under TEER 4 and 5 of the National Occupation Classification (NOC).

To qualify for this stream, candidates must have language proficiency in either English or French of only CLB level 4 which is equivalent to the popular IELTS test of 4.5 bands in listening, 4 in speaking and writing, and 3.5 in reading.

See below requirements for the Alberta Tourism and Hospitality Stream:

1. Candidates must have a minimum of high school education in Canada or must have completed a high school education outside Canada that has been certified by the Education Credential Assessment (ECA).

Tradespeople with a valid Alberta Qualification Certificate or a trade certificate recognized by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) are also eligible.

2. When submitting application and when it’s being evaluated by AAIP, candidates must have a valid job with an eligible employer in the tourism and hospitality sector as well as reside and work in Alberta. Candidates must also possess a current work permit issued in line with a favourable Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) for a job that qualifies.

3. To be eligible to apply, candidate must have worked full-time (30 hours per week);

  • in one of the qualified occupations for at least six consecutive months,
    • or
  • a minimum of 780 hours with an authorized employer in the tourism and hospitality industry.

Additionally, the experience at work:

  • must have been for the same company as the one you are currently working for in Alberta;
  • ought to have been paid;
  • if completed in Alberta or Canada, must have received approval from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada with a valid temporary residency status.

4. To be eligible, candidate must have a legitimate full-time work offer or employment contract in an eligible occupation and for the same Albertan company as your current job, also the necessary 780 hours of work experience over the course of six consecutive months.

Your eligible Albertan employer must also sign your job offer, stating that it meets the following requirements:

  • continuous, paid work under an employer-employee relationship
  • full-time work, defined as a minimum of 30 hours per week
  • employment for 12 months or more

Wages and benefits must meet or exceed the requirements set out in your Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)

OR

meet or exceed the lowest starting wage for your occupation across all industries in Alberta as set out on the Alis website.

See below List of Eligible Occupations for Alberta Tourism and Hospitality Stream

Occupation Noc Code TEER Category
Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport, and fitness 54100 4
Restaurant and food service managers 60030 0
Accommodation service managers 60031 0
Food service supervisors 62020 2
Chefs 62200 2
Cooks 63200 3
Maîtres d’hôtel and hosts/hostesses 64300 4
Bartenders 64301 4
Hotel front desk clerks 64314 4
Tour and travel guides 64320 4
Outdoor sports and recreational guides 64322 4
Food and beverage servers 65200 5
Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations 65201 5
Support occupations in accommodation, travel, and facilities set-up services 65210 5
Light-duty cleaners 65310 5
Specialized cleaners 65311 5
Janitors, caretakers, and heavy-duty cleaners 65312 5
Dry cleaning, laundry, and related occupations 65320 5

See Below Eligible Sector Association

The Albertan employer must be a member of one of these approved sector associations.

Sector association Sector
Alberta Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) Accommodations
Alberta Bed and Breakfast Association (ABBA) Accommodations
Restaurants Canada Food and Beverage
Indigenous Tourism Alberta Indigenous Tourism
Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO) Recreation and Entertainment
Canada West Ski Areas Association (CWSAA) Recreation and Entertainment
Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) Recreation and Entertainment
Alberta Golf Association Recreation and Entertainment
Convention Centres Canada (CCC) Meetings, Conventions, and Incentive Tourism
Tourism Industry Association of Alberta (TIAA) Tourism and Hospitality
Alberta Hospitality Association Tourism and Hospitality
Tourism HR Canada Tourism and Hospitality
Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) Tourism and Hospitality

See below Eligible Industries and Worker’s Compensation Board (WCB)

The Albertan employer must be a member of an authorized sector association at the time of the application.

WCB industry code Eligible WCB industries and exempt activities Sample activities
80701 Museums/Art Galleries Art Galleries, Art Museums, Interpretive Centres, Museums
80703 Zoos/Game Farms Game Farms and Zoos
85300 Bowling Alleys/Billiard Parlours Billiard parlours, Bowling Alleys, and pool halls
85900 Golf Clubs/Ranges Operation of Driving Ranges and Golf Courses
85904 Ski Resorts/Gondolas Operation of Chairlifts, Gondolas, Ski Instruction, Ski Resorts
85916 Casinos/Dance Halls Casino Halls and Dance Halls
85919 Arenas/Stadiums Arenas, Stadiums, and Race Tracks
85925 Travel Agency/Motor Association Operation of Wildlife and Wilderness Associations, Tour Guides, Tourist Promotion, Park Associations
87501 Restaurants/Catering Operation of Coffee Shops, Drive-In Restaurants, Restaurants, Take-Out Services, and Bartending Services
87503 Hotels/Convention Centres Operation of Bed and Breakfasts, Cabins and Motels, and Convention Centres
87600 Sports and Recreation Operation of Amusement Parks and Recreation Resorts, Hot Air Ballooning, Boats, Pleasure and Water Tours, Campsites
89702 Property Management/Hostels Operation of Hostels, Bingo Halls, and Airports
87508 Private Clubs Private Clubs, Sporting Clubs, Fitness Clubs and Gun Clubs
Multiple Operation of a Curling Rink Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries and codes
Multiple Operation of an Ice Skating Rink Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries and codes
Multiple Operation of a Cricket Field Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries and codes
Multiple Operation of a Convention Bureau Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries and codes
Multiple Operation of an Information Bureau Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries and codes
Multiple Promotions, sports and entertainment Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries and codes
Multiple Professional sports Activity is identified within multiple WCB industries and codes

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February 26, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

In line with recent reforms by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) pertaining to international students planning to pursue studies in Canada, a cap has been implemented on the annual influx of international students. Notably, this cap does not apply to master’s and doctorate-level students.

Effective February 15, 2024, students who have completed a master’s program become eligible for a three-year Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP). Additionally, only spouses and common-law partners of master’s, doctorate, or professional degree students are eligible to apply for a Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP).

There are many benefits attached to offering a one-year master’s program in Canada, it is cost effective and also you can graduate and get a job immediately instead of studying for another year as in the case of a two-year degree program.

See below list of universities across Canada offering one-year master’s programs for the 2024 fall intake:

  • Brock University
    • Master of Professional Accounting December 2024
  • Crandall University
    • Master of Organizational Management
  • Lakehead University
    • Master of Science in Management, Computer Science, and Business Administration
  • Laurentian University
    • Master of Forensic Science
    • Master of Engineering in Engineering Science—Fast Track
    • Forensic Science—Molecular Biology
    • Forensic Science—Chemistry/Toxicology, and
    • Business Administration
  • Nipissing University
    • Master of Arts in History: Gender History, European History, Environmental History, International History, and Canadian History
  • Ontario Tech University
    • Master of Business Analytics and AI
  • Royal Roads University
    • Master of Global Management
  • Thompson Rivers University
    • Master in Environmental Economics and Management,
    • Master of Science in Environmental Economics and Management,
    • Master of Business Administration
  • Toronto Metropolitan University
    • Master of Interior Design,
    • Master of Arts in Immigration and Settlement Studies,
    • Media Production,
    • Master of Professional Communication,
    • Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics,
    • Master of Arts in Early Childhood Studies,
    • Master of Arts in International Economics and Finance,
    • Master of Spatial Analysis, Master of Social Work, Master of Digital Media)
  • Trent University
    • Master of Management: Strategic Change Management,
    • Master of Management,
    • Master of Education in Educational Studies,
    • Master of Arts in Sustainability Studies,
    • Master of Instrumental Chemical Analysis,
    • Master of Arts in History: Colonialism and Conflict, Regional and Transnational History, European History, Canadian History, Social and Cultural History, Iberian American History,
    • Master of Arts in Canadian Studies and Indigenous Studies,
    • Master of Science in Forensic Science)
  • Trinity Western University
    • Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Humanities, English, Philosophy, and History
  • University of Alberta
    • Master of Engineering – Chemical and Materials Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering,
    • Master of Business Administration (Fast Track) – Natural Resources, Energy, and Environment, Operations and Business Analytics, Sustainability, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Real Estate, Finance, International Business, Public Sector and Healthcare Management, Supply Chain Management,
    • Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering,
    • Master of Business Administration (Fast Track),
    • Master of Science in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences- Integrated Petroleum Geosciences, Integrated Petroleum Geosciences,
    • Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering)
  • University of Manitoba
    • Master of Finance,
    • Master of Business Administration
  • University of New Brunswick
    • Master in Quantitative Investment Management,
    • Master of Business Administration
  • University of Northern British Columbia
    • Master of Arts in Gender Studies
  • University of Ottawa
    • Master of Business Administration
  • University of Prince Edward Island
    • Master of Business Administration in Global Leadership
  • University of Regina
    • Master of Science in Computer Science (Data Science),
    • Master of Journalism
  • University of Saskatchewan
    • Master of Business Administration
  • University of Victoria – Kaplan
    • Master of Global Business,
    • Master of Arts in English,
    • Master of Arts in Economics,
    • Master of Management
  • University of Windsor
    • Master of Arts in Political Science,
    • Master of Applied Computing,
    • Master of Education
  • Wilfrid Laurier University
    • Master of International Public Policy

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February 26, 2024

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:

  1. Toronto – $4,384
  2. Markham – $3,766
  3. Mississauga – $3,733
  4. Richmond Hill – $3,666
  5. Vaughan – $3,600
  6. London – $3,350
  7. Ottawa – $3,311
  8. Sarnia – $3,250
  9. Woodstock – $3,250
  10. Waterloo- $3,225
  11. Orillia – $3,200
  12. Burlington – $3,150
  13. Guelph -$3,128
  14. Brampton – $3,125
  15. Pickering – $3,033
  16. Stratford – $3,000

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February 13, 2024

Dear future neighbour,

On Saturday February 10, 2024, two new changes were made to the Canada Agri-Food pilot for permanent residency.

Firstly, candidates who reside in Canada at the time of application can choose to meet either the job offer  or the educational requirement

Secondly, the IRCC now credits work experience obtained under an open work permit toward the work experience criteria for vulnerable workers

See below the eligibility requirements for applicants in Canada or outside Canada intending to apply for permanent residency under the Agri Food Pilot:

  • Applicants must have at least a cumulative of one year, non-seasonal, full-time experience in the following three years—that is, at least 1,560 hours over 52 weeks.
  • Applicant must be skilled in one or more of the Agri food jobs that qualify in one of the relevant industries.
    This expertise must have been obtained over the course of a minimum 12-month LMIA-based work visa.
  • Applicants must have received an offer for a full-time, permanent non-seasonal position in a qualifying occupation in one of the qualified Agri-food industries.
  • The applicant must have a standard education on same level with a high school diploma in Canada.
  • Applicants must have enough settlement money to support themselves and their families if they intend to move with them. However, applicants do not need to present a settlement money if they are currently employed in Canada under a work permit.
  • Applicants must have a valid temporary resident status if they already reside in Canada.
  • Applicants must reach the required minimum Agri-food pilot language score in the table below:
Language Tests Reading Writing Listening Speaking
CELPIP 4 4 4 4
IELTS GT 3.5 4.0 4.5 4.0
TEF Canada 121-150 181-225 145-180 181-225
TCF Canada 342-374 4-5 331-368 4-5

 

See below Occupations Eligible for Agri-Food Pilot

For meat product manufacturing (NAICS 3116)

  1. NOC 63201 – Butchers – retail and wholesale
  2. NOC 65202 – Meat cutters and fishmongers – retail and wholesale
  3. NOC 94141 – Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers
  4. NOC 82030 – Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors
  5. No. 84120: Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators
  6. NOC 85100 – Livestock labourers
  7. NOC 95106 – Labourers in food and beverage processing

For greenhouse, nursery and floriculture production, including mushroom production (NAICS 1114)

  1. NOC 82030 – Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors
  2. No. 84120: Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators
  3. NOC 85100 – Livestock labourers
  4. NOC 85101 – Harvesting labourers

For animal production, excluding aquaculture (NAICS 1121, 1122, 1123, 1124 and 1129)

  1. NOC 82030 – Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors
  2. No. 84120: Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators
  3. NOC 85100 – Livestock labourers
  4. NOC 85101: Harvesting Labourers

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January 24, 2024

Dear Future Neighbour,

On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, a total of 1,040 candidates were invited to apply for permanent residency in the latest Express Entry draw which happens to be the second in the year 2024.

Profiles with CRS score of 543 and above were considered in this round of invitation.

See below summary of latest Express Entry Draw

  • Number of invitations issued: 1,040
  • Date of round: January 23, 2024
  • CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 543
  • Tie-breaking rule: January 21, 2024

See below latest CRS Score Distribution in the Pool

CRS score range Number of candidates
601-1200 646
501-600 6,915
451-500 59,043
491-500 6,399
481-490 9,291
471-480 17,395
461-470 14,189
451-460 11,769
401-450 53,905
441-450 10,942
431-440 11,131
421-430 10,053
411-420 10,801
401-410 10,978
351-400 57,979
301-350 29,690
0-300 5,348
Total 213,526

 

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