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Over the last week, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the pools of International Experience Canada (IEC). From January 14 to January 21, Canada invited 7,474 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit. As of January 21, there were 34,358 candidates registered in the pool, waiting for the invitation. In this round, these were invitations sent out: No of ITAs Country Name No of ITAs Country Name 16  Switzerland 478  Australia 700  Japan 1,989 Korea 2  Croatia 9 Costa Rica 220  Spain 90  Czech Republic 24  Denmark 6 Estonia 605  France 31  Greece 34  Hong Kong 457  Ireland 232  Italy 66  Slovakia 53  Chile 64  Poland 333  Germany 1,355 United Kingdom 1 Luxembourg 155  Belgium 143  Netherlands 163  New Zealand 8 Norway 74  Taiwan 45 Portugal 17  Sweden 2 Slovenia 1 Marino 33  Austria 3 Iceland 20  Latvia 45  Lithuania In 2024...

On June 24, 2024, the Government of Canada introduced significant updates to the Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker Pilots , aimed at simplifying the path to permanent residence for caregivers. These changes, effective from June 16, 2024, reflect Canada's commitment to supporting essential workers in these vital roles. Key Amendments to the Caregiver Pilots Reduced Work Experience Requirement: One of the most notable updates is the reduction in the required work experience from 12 months to just 6 months. This change is designed to expedite the path to permanent residency, allowing caregivers to transition more quickly and efficiently. Recognition of International Work Experience: For the first time, work experience gained outside of Canada will be recognized. This amendment acknowledges the skills and expertise that caregivers bring from their home countries, making it easier for them to qualify for the program. Extended Timeframe for Work Experience: Applicants c...

  On June 21, 2024, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held its latest invitation round, #221, marking a significant milestone in the province's immigration efforts. This round saw the issuance of 163 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to candidates across two primary streams: the Skilled Workers Overseas (SWO) stream and the International Education Stream (IES). Skilled Workers Overseas Stream The Skilled Workers Overseas stream continues to be a vital pathway for international candidates aspiring to make Manitoba their new home. In this latest round, MPNP issued 52 LAAs to candidates under the Strategic Recruitment Initiative. To qualify for an invitation, candidates in this category needed a minimum score of 721 points. This threshold underscores the competitive nature of the program, ensuring that Manitoba attracts highly skilled individuals who can contribute significantly to the province's economic growth. International Education Stream The International Educat...