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Canada’s All-Program Draw invites 2,850 Profiles with CRS 525 and above!

The Latest Express Entry Draw was held on March 12, 2024.In this general draw IRCC has selected 2,850 profiles with a CRS score of 525 and above.

The biggest draw of the year took place on February 1, which invited 7,000 candidates in a category-based selection draw with a proficiency in French, inviting qualified Express Entry candidates.

Express Entry Results 2024

Date	Draw Type	Invitations Issued	CRS Score	Draw
Mar 12	General Draw	2,850	525	288
Feb 29	French Language Proficiency	2,500	336	287
Feb 28	General Draw	1,470	534	286
Feb 16	Agriculture and Agri-food Occupations	150	437	285
Feb 14	Healthcare Occupations	3,500	422	384
Feb 13	General Draw	1,490	535	283
Feb 1	French Language Proficiency	7,000	365	282
Jan 31	General Draw	730	541	281
Jan 23	General Draw	1,040	543	280
Jan 10	General Draw	1,510	546	279

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Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Focus on Health Jobs

Ontario targeted Health Occupations with the CRS 352-421 in the latest Draw

On March 7, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held its latest draw. This draw mainly focused on health occupations that were qualified for Ontario’s express entry human capital priorities stream and sent out 2,104 notifications. The CRS score for this draw ranged between 352-421, with work experience matching specific NOC codes. The following is a list of health occupations that received notifications.

NOC 30010 – Managers in healthcare
NOC 31100 – Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine
NOC 31101 – Specialists in surgery
NOC 31102 – General practitioners and family physicians
NOC 31103 – Veterinarians
NOC 31110 – Dentists
NOC 31111 – Optometrists
NOC 31112 – Audiologists and speech-language pathologists
NOC 31120 – Pharmacists
NOC 31121 – Dietitians and nutritionists
NOC 31200 – Psychologists
NOC 31201 – Chiropractors
NOC 31202 – Physiotherapists
NOC 31203 – Occupational therapists
NOC 31204 – Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment
NOC 31209 – Other professional occupations in health diagnosing and treating
NOC 31300 – Nursing coordinators and supervisors
NOC 31301 – Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses
NOC 31302 – Nurse practitioners
NOC 31303 – Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
NOC 32100 – Opticians
NOC 32101 – Licensed practical nurses
NOC 32102 – Paramedical occupations
NOC 32103 – Respiratory therapists, clinical perfusionists and cardiopulmonary technologists
NOC 32104 – Animal health technologists and veterinary technicians
NOC 32109 – Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment
NOC 32110 – Denturists
NOC 32111 – Dental hygienists and dental therapists
NOC 32112 – Dental technologists and technicians
NOC 32120 – Medical laboratory technologists
NOC 32121 – Medical radiation technologists
NOC 32122 – Medical sonographers
NOC 32123 – Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists
NOC 32124 – Pharmacy technicians
NOC 32129 – Other medical technologists and technicians
NOC 32200 – Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists
NOC 32201 – Massage therapists
NOC 32209 – Other practitioners of natural healing
NOC 33100 – Dental assistants and dental laboratory assistants
NOC 33101 – Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations
NOC 33102 – Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
NOC 33103 – Pharmacy technical assistants and pharmacy assistants
NOC 33109 – Other assisting occupations in support of health services

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) regularly holds draws in Ontario, Canada, inviting the top individuals to apply for provincial programs. Several factors impact the frequency of draws, including the demands in the labor market, the province’s overall immigration targets, the quantity of nominations available, and the requirements of the OINP application inventory.

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Canada’s Latest Express Entry Draw Results – February 28, 2024

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its first Express Entry draw of the week, releasing the latest Express Entry draw results. The draw, which took place on February 28, 2024, issued 1,470 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a general or all-program draw for eligible candidates from all three Express Entry-managed programs.

Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 534.

Express Entry is a system designed to manage immigration applications. Furthermore, it accelerates the processing of applications. This is for economic immigration candidates applying under three programs. These programs are the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class, and the Federal Skilled Trades Program.

In 2023, Canada conducted 19 all-program draws, 5 draws for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates, and 6 draws for French speakers. Furthermore, there were 3 draws for healthcare occupations. Additionally, there were 2 draws each for STEM occupations, skilled trades, transport jobs, and agriculture and agri-food occupations. To round out the year, there was a Federal Skilled Worker draw.

Latest Express Entry Draw Results Review

Fast forward to 2024, and Canada has already conducted eight draws. Among these, five were all-program draws, one was for French language proficiency, and two were for specific occupational categories.

This draw follows three others that occurred between February 13-16th. On February 13th IRCC held its second general draw of the month, inviting 1,490 candidates who had a minimum CRS of 535. These were followed by two targeted draws for healthcare and agriculture and agri-food occupations, which required candidates to have a CRS score of at least 422 and 437 respectively.

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150 Agriculture and Agri-food Profiles were invited by Canada in the latest draw with a minimum CRS of 437!

Highlights

1 . The IRCC conducted its latest Express Entry category-based draw on February 16.
2 . 150 qualified applicants in Agriculture and Agri-food occupations were invited to apply for Canada PR in this draw.
3 . The CRS score range for this Express Entry Draw 285 was 437 and above.
4. Invited candidates require work experience for a single occupation specified in the table above for at least six months straight, full-time (or an equal time period, on a part-time basis), within the last three years.
5 . This is the first draw for Agriculture and Agri-food occupations in 2024.

Eligible Agriculture and Agri-food Occupations to Qualify Under Category-Based Draws

All the invited profiles in this round of invitations had prior work experience in any one of the following 3 Agriculture and Agri-food occupations:

Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture Services
Butcher – retail an wholesale
Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors

Invitations to apply to the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades Program may be issued through this round of invitations.

The Express Entry draw in Canada has targeted six categories this year:

French Proficiency
Healthcare Occupations
STEM Occupations
Trade Occupations
Transport Occupations
Agriculture and Agri-food Occupations

Express Entry Results 2024

Date	Draw	Invitations Issued	CRS Score
Feb 16	Agriculture and Agri-food Occupations	150	437
Feb 14	Healthcare Occupations	3,500	422
Feb 13	All Programs	1,490	535
Feb 1	French Language Proficiency	7,000	365
Jan 31	All Programs	730	541
Jan 23	All Programs	1,040	543
Jan 10	All Programs	1,510	546E

A candidate can submit a full application for permanent residency within a specific period of time, usually 60 days, if they obtain an Invitation to Apply (ITA) based on their CRS score.

We encourage you to get in touch with our knowledgeable immigration consultants to find out more about the opportunities available in Canada for in-demand abilities. Having the advice of a qualified immigration consultant may also increase your chances of being granted immigration.

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Canada invites 3,500 Healthcare Professionals with CRS 422 and above in the Latest Express Entry Draw!

The IRCC has issued 3,500 invitations exclusively for healthcare professionals in the 2nd Express Entry Draw 284 this week. The focus for this draw was mainly on healthcare occupations with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 422 and above.

Just a day before, on February 13, the IRCC held its previous draw, an all-program EE draw that resulted in the issuance of 1,490 ITAs for qualified candidates in a general draw or the all programs draw with a minimum CRS score of 535 from all the three Express Entry programs.

The first healthcare draw of 2024 is this one! It displays a notable decline in its CRS cut-off score and continues from 13th Feburary’s general draw. This is probably because category-based draws only choose the best applicants from a single category within the Express Entry pool.

Express Entry Draw Results – 2024

Date	Draw	Invitations Issued	CRS Score
Feb 14	Healthcare Occupations	3,500	422
Feb 13	All Programs	1,490	535
Feb 1	French Language Proficiency	7,000	365
Jan 31	All Programs	730	541
Jan 23	All Programs	1,040	543
Jan 10	All Programs	1,510	546

If you’re a healthcare professional looking for an opportunity abroad, the golden opportunity is right in front of you! Canada is tremendously seeking healthcare professionals with ample career opportunities. This could be the right time for you to take your first step towards your abroad dream! By meeting all the requirements, you will be eligible to be invited and also become permanent residents in Canada. For more updates and information about Express Entry draws, Connect with CanApprove right away!

IRCC Conducted its Latest Express Entry Draw by issuing 1,490 invitations!

On Feburary 13, 2024, the IRCC conducted its latest Express Entry Draw. It issued 1,490 invitations to apply (ITAs) for qualified candidates in a general draw or the all programs draw with a minimum CRS score of 535 from all the three Express Entry programs.

In 2024, IRCC has conducted a total of 5 draws starting from January 10, 2024 by inviting 1,510 candidates in a general draw with a CRS score 546. The couple of draws that followed this one were also general draws. The second draw was conducted on January 23, 2024. The IRCC invited 1,040 candidates with a minimum CRS score of 543 and the third draw was held on January 31 that invited 730 candidates with 541 as their CRS score.

The biggest draw that took place this year was on February 1, that invited 7,000 candidates in a category-based selection draw with a proficiency in French inviting qualified Express Entry candidates.

Express Entry Draw Results – 2024

Date	Draw	Invitations Issued	CRS Score
Feb 13	All Programs	1,490	535
Feb 1	French Language Proficiency	7,000	365
Jan 31	All Programs	730	541
Jan 23	All Programs	1,040	543
Jan 10	All Programs	1,510	546

Canada is sought after skilled professionals, and this could be a great opportunity for all those who are looking to start a career and settle in Canada. By meeting all the requirements, you will be eligible to be invited and also become permanent residents in Canada. For more updates and information about Express Entry draws, Connect with CanApprove right away!

4 New English Language Tests are now approved for Canada’s SDS!

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announces 4 newly approved English Language tests for applicants in the Student Direct Stream (SDS). IRCC has begun to accept test results from the following English Language tests that have already begun since August 10th, 2023:

1. Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) General
2. Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic
3. Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL)
4. Test of English as Foreign Language, Internet Based Test (TOEFL iBT)

Language Test Score Eligibility

To be eligible for SDS, applicants’ results must demonstrate their abilities across all four language proficiency domains, such as reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Language Test	Minimum Score
Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP)	CLB 7
Pearson Test of English (PTE)	60
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL)	60
Test of English as Foreign Language, Internet Based Test (TOEFL iBT)	83

What is a Student Direct Stream?

The Student Direct Stream (SDS) is a program that offers an expedited process for study permits for students from particular countries. The SDS was launched in 2018 and was quite popular among Indian international students. The student direct stream is available for legit students who reside in specific countries, such as:

Antigua and Barbuda
Brazil
India
China
Costa Rica
Columbia
Peru
Pakistan
Morocco
Philippines
Senegal
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Vietnam
Trinidad and Tobago

Most international students get their study permits quicker through the student direct stream. The IRCC processes SDS applications within 20 days if the applicant’s eligibility criteria are met.

SDS Eligibility Criteria

Students must meet certain eligibility requirements to be eligible for SDS, besides being legal residents of the specified countries.

1. The student must provide a copy of the letter of acceptance from a Canadian Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
2. Provide proof of a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) of CAD 10,000.
3. Produce a confirmation document for the applicant’s upfront medical exam.
4. Proof of a legit language test result completed within 2 years at the time of SDS application with an IELTS score of 6 or NCLC 7.
5. Applications can be submitted at a Visa Application Center (VAC).

Canada has been the home of immigrants, especially international students. The international population of Canada has four-folded since 2008 as a result of several national and international factors. The Canadian Government has been meticulously inviting students from all over the world for economic, social, and cultural reasons. Now that the population in Canada is growing rapidly, Canada is building up its standard by providing world-class education, multiculturalism, and the quality of life of its people.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to make Canada your dream destination, CanApprove is going to make it possible for you. Talk to our experts to learn more about becoming a permanent resident in Canada!

Express Entry Draw #259 Results – Canada’s All-Program Draw invites 2,000 Profiles

The IRCC has released the next round of invitations. This time, Canada has invited more candidates in the latest Express Entry draw. This draw was conducted on the 1st of August 2023 inviting 2000 candidates from all programs to apply.

August’s 1st Express Entry Draw

The last all-program draw was conducted on the 11th of July with an expected CRS score of 505. The minimum required CRS score for this month is leveled up to 517. There is no program specification for the draw which means invitations are issued to candidates from Canadian Express Class (CEC), Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP).

The all-programs draw had the higher CRS cut-off score in the recent draws when compared to other category-specific draws this month. Draws for the five categories such as STEM occupations, Healthcare occupations, and French-speaking candidates have taken place. The largest category has been for Francophones so far. All of this combined, a total of 6,100 candidates have been invited to apply in the French language draws.

It was also announced that the category-specific draws will take place for people who have experience in trades. It focuses on who are trade experts that also include carpentry, plumbing, and welding helping the construction sector in Canada and pulling skilled workers into its economy.

Express Entry Pool Draws

A compilation of the Express Entry pool:

CRS Score Range	Number of Candidates Invited
601-1200	1,308
501-600	2,019
451-500	55,295
491-500	2,286
481-490	6,236
471-480	19,398
461-470	15,100
451-460	12,275
401-450	54,173
441-450	11,293
431-440	12,309
421-430	10,008
411-420	10,873
401-410	11,743
351-400	61,438
301-350	32,077
0-300	5,219
TOTAL	211,529

Overview

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has been prioritizing skilled workers from the five categories such as STEM professionals, Healthcare professionals, French language proficiency candidates, Trade and Transport experts, Agri-food, and Agriculture occupations. The IRCC pulls efficient candidates into the pool using a credit-based system called the CRS score calculator. The process of inviting candidates by the IRCC goes like this:

The IRCC chooses the type of draw.
It decides the number of candidates to be invited to apply.
Then, the IRCC picks out the highest-ranking candidates and,
Sends out the invitations to apply.

Canada is sought after skilled professionals and this could be a great opportunity for all those who are looking out to start a career and settle in Canada. By meeting all the requirements you will be eligible to be invited. For more updates and information about Express Entry draws, Connect with CanApprove right away!

Marc Miller Takes Over From Sean Fraser As Canada’s Immigration Minister

On the 26th of July 2023, Justin Trudeau, the prime minister of Canada welcomes Canada’s new Immigration minister, Marc Miller as the new member of the parliament for Ville-Marie-Le Sud-Ouest –Île-des-soeurs in Montreal, Quebec.

Former minister of immigration, Sean Fraser is now elected as the new minister of Housing, Infrastructure, and Communities. Marc Miller has now progressed from being a minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and taken over from Sean Fraser.

Marc Miller – New Immigration Minister of Canada

Marc Miller was born and raised in Montreal. He graduated from the Université de Montréal in Political Science and his law degree from McGill University. He was a practicing lawyer and also served as an infantry soldier in the Canadian Armed Forces before entering into politics. Miller was first elected to Canada’s Parliament in 2015. He also has authored articles on constitutional and human rights law.

In 2017 Minister Marc Miller delivered a statement in the House of Commons in Mohawk. He has been a strong advocate for increased federal investment in affordable housing, public transit, and the Canada child benefit for the welfare of Canadian citizens.

Why Canada Changes its Immigration Minister

Every two years prime ministers of Canada shuffle their cabinets. The reason for conducting a shuffle results in replacing poor-performing ministers, promoting people who have done a good job by the prime minister, and providing an opportunity to restructure their policies and public communications. These cabinet ministers are responsible for their respective departments of the executive branch of the government in the areas of their purview. This is also to emphasize the government’s economic priorities. The last big cabinet shuffle happened on October 2021 followed by the federal election that year. The minister of Immigration is responsible for Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) which also includes passport services, immigration, and temporary residence.

Canada is expecting 1.45 million newcomers within the next 3 years as this is a mandate set by the Government of Canada which is overseen by the Liberal Party. The immigration policy s likely to change if a new political party wins the election. In such a case, Minister Marc Miller as a member of the Liberal Party will continue with the mandates set by the federal government. For more news and updates, get in touch with CanApprove!

Canada Announces New Work Permit for U. S. H1-B Visa Holders

As things stand, H1-B specialty occupation visa holders from the United States are now eligible to apply for work and reside in Canada. Canada launched a website that invites highly skilled immigrants or H1-B visa holders of the United States to apply and work in their country. This new scheme focuses on tech workers holding an American H1-B visa. This is the first time that a country has generated an immigration program based on another country’s immigration system.

This new scheme allows 10,000 work permits which are considered beneficial for Indians hugely on H1-B visas in the US. With that being said, over 70% of H1-B visa recipients every year are from India. This scheme was introduced by Canada’s Immigration Minister, Sean Fraser, on 27th June 2023.

It aims at improving the labor mobility in North America. This measure impacts a large number of workers in high-tech industries both in Canada and the United States and their family members.

Why Canada wants US H1-B, visa holders?

It is thin on the ground to invite immigrants from other countries to work and reside. However, Canada’s immigration department entirely relies on the American Immigration system. The reason why Canada targets H1-B visa holders is because of the problems these visa holders face in the US.

The US H1-B visa is tied to employment and if any H1-B visa holder loses his/her job, they only have 60 days to find a new employer with visa sponsorship or leave the country. Indians who hold H1-B visas live with uncertainty even if they have a job because of the country-based green card quota system.

By observing these challenges faced by people, Canada implemented this scheme that became beneficial to the H1-B visa holders who face struggles in the US. On the contrary, Canada’s way to getting permanent residency is relatively easy. The US H1-B visa holders in Canada will be able to switch to the Canadian PR program.

What does the scheme offer?

The scheme offers the following to US H1-B visa holders:

The US H1-B visa holders can get an open work permit in Canada.
This open work permit allows applicants to reside, study, or work in Canada for up to 3 years.
Applicants do not require a job offer or acceptance from a Canadian college to apply for the scheme.
The spouses and dependents of the application will also be allowed to reside, work, and study for 3 years under the program.
This scheme is likely to run for 1 year or till the quota of 10,000 applicants. It does not include family members of the primary applicant.

Elon Musk, The CEO of Tesla Motors, stated that Canada’s scheme is a smart move. Canada is fundamentally schlepping off on the American Immigration system’s efforts in picking the world’s best talent to allure them to its country. For all US H1-B visa holders, this could be the right opportunity for you! If you’re looking for more information and guidance connect with CanApprove right away!

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Canada’s All-Program Draw invites 2,850 Profiles with CRS 525 and above!

Express Entry Results 2024

Ontario targeted Health Occupations with the CRS 352-421 in the latest Draw

Canada’s Latest Express Entry Draw Results – February 28, 2024

Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 534.

Latest Express Entry Draw Results Review

150 Agriculture and Agri-food Profiles were invited by Canada in the latest draw with a minimum CRS of 437!

Highlights

Eligible Agriculture and Agri-food Occupations to Qualify Under Category-Based Draws

Express Entry Results 2024

Canada invites 3,500 Healthcare Professionals with CRS 422 and above in the Latest Express Entry Draw!

Express Entry Draw Results – 2024

IRCC Conducted its Latest Express Entry Draw by issuing 1,490 invitations!

Express Entry Draw Results – 2024

4 New English Language Tests are now approved for Canada’s SDS!

Language Test Score Eligibility

What is a Student Direct Stream?

SDS Eligibility Criteria

Express Entry Draw #259 Results – Canada’s All-Program Draw invites 2,000 Profiles

August’s 1st Express Entry Draw

Express Entry Pool Draws

Overview

Marc Miller Takes Over From Sean Fraser As Canada’s Immigration Minister

Marc Miller – New Immigration Minister of Canada

Why Canada Changes its Immigration Minister

Canada Announces New Work Permit for U. S. H1-B Visa Holders

Why Canada wants US H1-B, visa holders?

What does the scheme offer?

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