Are You Eligible for a Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) in Canada? Here’s What You Need to Know If your spouse or common-law partner is working in Canada on a valid work permit, you might be wondering if you’re eligible to join them and work in Canada too. The good news? In many situations, you … Read more
The Only Two Times You Can Be a Part-Time Student and Still Qualify for a PGWP in Canada If you’re an international student in Canada with dreams of staying and working after graduation, the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is likely on your radar. But here’s something many students don’t realize: to be eligible for a … Read more
Looking for Alternatives to the H-1B Visa? Here’s How Skilled Workers Can Move to Canada If you’re a skilled worker currently considering your options in North America, the recently announced USD $100,000 fee for H-1B visa petitions in the U.S. might have been a bit of a shocker. But here’s the good news: Canada offers … Read more
Manitoba Issues 911 Invitations to Skilled Workers Through Latest MPNP Draw On September 18, 2025, Manitoba took another big step in strengthening its workforce by inviting 911 skilled worker candidates to apply for a provincial nomination through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Through targeted recruitment efforts and temporary public policies, the province continues to … Read more
Express Entry Trades Draw Returns: Realistic Profiles That Could Receive an ITA After nearly a year-long pause, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a much-anticipated Express Entry draw for the skilled trades category on September 18. This draw invited 1,250 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 505 to apply for … Read more
How to Get an Open Work Permit as the Spouse of an International Student in Canada Canada is not only one of the top destinations for international students—it’s also a great place for their spouses or partners to build a future. If your spouse or common-law partner is studying in Canada, you may be eligible … Read more
Canada Express Entry: 1,250 Trade Occupation Candidates Invited in Latest Draw Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued a fresh wave of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system — this time targeting candidates within the trade occupations category. If you’re a skilled tradesperson dreaming of starting a new life in Canada, … Read more
Canada Issues 2,500 Invitations in Latest Express Entry Education Category Draw IRCC invites 2,500 candidates in the second-ever Express Entry education category draw CRS cut-off score drops to 462 — down from 479 in the last education-targeted draw This draw is part of a busy September, marking the fifth Express Entry draw of the month … Read more
Working While Studying in Canada: A Complete Guide for International Students Thinking about working while studying in Canada as an international student? You’re not alone! Many students in Canada balance their studies with part-time work to help cover expenses, gain career experience, and build connections. The good news is that, in most cases, you can … Read more
Alberta Receives Boost in PNP Nominations for 2025: What It Means for Immigration Candidates Good news for prospective immigrants eyeing Alberta! The province has officially received an increase in its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allocation for 2025, allowing more newcomers to settle and build a life in Wild Rose Country. If you’ve been considering applying … Read more