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Who qualifies for Canadian permanent residence under the express entry immigration system? 🇨🇦

New Post-Graduation Work Permit Rules favour universities over community colleges

October 07, 2024

In this week’s issue, New Post-Graduation Work Permit Rules favour universities over community colleges, Canada now offers open work permits to eligible Start-up Visa candidates and their families, and what international students need to know to study in Canada.

Who Qualifies for Canadian Permanent Residence Under the Express Entry Immigration System? 🇨🇦

Skilled Worker Immigration to Canada 🛠️
Canada offers permanent residence to professionals who can contribute to its economy. The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) is one of the key pathways for immigration to Canada under express entry.

Eligibility Requirements 📋
To qualify, candidates are assessed based on factors like work experience, education, language skills, and adaptability. You need to meet specific criteria to be eligible for permanent residence through the skilled worker immigration stream.

Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) 📊
The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is used to rank candidates in the Express Entry pool. Points are awarded based on your qualifications, and the highest-ranked candidates receive invitations to apply for permanent residence.

Path to a New Life in Canada 🌟
If you meet the requirements, you can apply to become a permanent resident and start building your future in Canada.

TRENDING NEWS

  • Canada’s new Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) restrictions target community colleges, while universities remain exempt. The changes affect international students seeking work permits after completing their studies. The restrictions will place limits on a large cohort of international students who covet permanent residence. Read more

  • New rules for international students in Canada, effective in 2024, introduce caps on study permits, stricter financial requirements, and changes to post-graduation work permits. The goal is to reduce the numbers of international students and address infra-structure resource constraints. These changes will significantly impact both international students and educational institutions. Read more

  • Great news for Start-up Visa hopefuls! Canada now offers open work permits to eligible candidates and their families. This means you can work for any employer while waiting for permanent residence. The permit is valid for up to 3 years, giving you time to settle and grow your business. Read more

  • Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is waiting for Quebec’s immigration plan from Premier François Legault. Trudeau criticized Legault's statements on immigration, urging collaboration on temporary foreign worker policies. The ongoing debate highlights the need to address rising temporary immigration levels in Quebec, with both federal and provincial governments striving for solutions. Read more

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NUMBERS TO KNOW

DRAWS

CATEGORY

ANNOUNCED

ITA’S

British Columbia

BC PNP

October 2

166

Alberta

AAIP

September 10

22

Manitoba

MPNP

September 27

348

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