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2023-04-21 06:51:44 Immigration News Canada
Latest Manitoba-MPNP Draw Issues 503 Invitations for PR

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Today, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program – MPNP Draw sent out 503 invitations for permanent residency (PR) under 3 different categories.

Invitations are being sent under 3 separate MPNP categories, as well as a targeted MPNP draw for 24 occupations/NOCs.

Under MPNP Skilled Workers in Manitoba (SWM), 249 letters of advise to apply (LAAs) are being sent to the profiles with experience in 24 below listed occupations, having a score of 615 or above.

These 24 jobs under the MPNP Skilled Workers in Manitoba (SWM) category were chosen based on Statistics Canada’s most recent report for occupations with significant labour demands.

These MPNP SWM occupation specific drawings are perfect example of what Federal Express Entry targeted draws this year, may look like.

The Skilled Workers in Manitoba (SWM) general draw sent out 194 invitations for permanent residency to the profiles created in all the NOC codes with a score of 651 or above.

In addition, 38 LAAs are sent to profiles created under the Manitoba International Education Stream (IES).

Moreover, 26 invitations are allocated under the Strategic Recruitment Initiative to Manitoba Skilled Worker Overseas (SWO) category with a score of 719 or above.

In all, 91 of the 566 LAAs are being sent to applicants who declared a valid Express Entry profile.

Click here for details on the latest MPNP Draw and News.
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2023-04-20 18:52:31 anadians to spend more on groceries, according to Heather Bruce, chair of the Department of Agriculture Food Nutritional Science at the University of Alberta. Bruce said that the COVID-19 pandemic gave a glimpse of the possible future, with meat processing… Open / Comment

2023-04-20 18:52:30 Immigration News Canada Canada Will Need 30,000 Immigrants To Fill Retiring Farmers https://immigrationnewscanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Canada-flag-in-farms.jpg Last Updated On 20 April 2023, 9:48 AM EDT (Toronto Time) Approximately 40 percent farmers… Open / Comment

2023-04-20 18:52:28 Immigration News Canada
Canada Will Need 30,000 Immigrants To Fill Retiring Farmers

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Approximately 40 percent farmers in Canada are expected to retire within the next 10 years, with 66 percent of them not having a succession plan.

To address the farmer shortage is to update Canada’s immigration programs to allow for 30,000 farm-focused new immigrants.

At the same time, the agriculture industry is expected to see a reduction of 24,000 workers who are engaged in farming, nursery, and greenhouse activities.

This would result in a major farmer shortage in Canada.

The new RBC report suggests creating a federal process for experienced temporary foreign workers to obtain permanent residency status.

However, the report indicates that the Temporary Foreign Worker Program only “scratches the surface of the labor shortage”.

“We’re also talking about radically new forms of agriculture like the explosion of the greenhouse industry … and the emergence of the vertical farming sector,” said Evan Fraser, co-author of the report and director of the Arrell Food Institute at the University of Guelph, where he is a professor of geography. Table of ContentsImmigration pilot program for agriculture sector set to expire in MayIn 2020, a pilot program was launched in Canada to provide a pathway to permanent residency for experienced non-seasonal agricultural workers.

The program was aimed at accommodating up to 2,750 individuals, but it will come to an end in May of this year.

According to the government, over 1,500 individuals have already been admitted to the program as of February 2023. Canada Agri-Food Pilot Program – All You Need to Know!

The government is presently assessing the program and the potential for extending it beyond its expiration date.

However, a spokesperson from the department stated that granting permanent residency to migrants was not the answer to the labor shortage.

In addition, the spokesperson emphasized that newcomers would only remain in the industry if it offered competitive wages, good working conditions, and long-term prospects for them and their families.

The report also proposes that Canada seek out farmers from countries like the Netherlands and New Zealand who may be compelled to downsize or shut down if they do not satisfy stringent climate change regulations governing emissions. Cause of the farmer shortageLack of proper succession planLorne and Chris Hamblin, farmers from Morris, have 4,000 acres of farmland near Winnipeg, and they are worried about the future of farming due to the lack of proper succession planning.

Chris believes that farmers should start thinking about this as early as their 30s and 40s and not wait until their 60s or 70s to figure out how to pass on their farm to the next generation.

He emphasizes the need for the agriculture industry to change with the changing times.

Lorne adds that there are many jobs in the farming industry, and food safety is the top priority, which makes it a positive field to work in. Big business Keith Currie, the head of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture, emphasizes the importance of attracting younger people to the agricultural sector and educating them about the diverse career opportunities it offers, ranging from advisory and financial services to various scientific fields such as crop and livestock genetics, soil science, equipment design, software development, and veterinary science.

The report recommends that Canada must welcome more than 30,000 permanent immigrants by 2033 to take over existing farms to avoid a labor shortage.

This is a critical issue that requires urgent attention, according to Fraser, who authored the report. Effects of farmer shortageThe predicted labor crisis could cause C[...] Open / Comment

2023-04-20 18:38:33 CIC News
CREA: Average home price in Canada expected to drop 4.8% by end of 2023

The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has indicated that they expect the average price of a home across Canada to decrease by 4.8% by the end of this year. This percentage decrease is compared to the average price of a home at the end of 2022. Based on the CREA’s projections, the process of buying […]

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2023-04-20 18:23:51 Canadim
Canada vs. Australia: Where Should You Immigrate To?

If you’re thinking about immigrating to a new country, it’s likely that you’ve considered a few possibilities for where you want to move. Canada is a great country, especially for immigrants, but why wouldn’t you compare your options before picking a location to start a new life? One big factor in deciding where to immigrate, is the immigration system itself! Thankfully, we’ve done the work for you and compared Canadian immigration to another popular destination: Australia!

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2023-04-20 06:52:14 Immigration News Canada Latest BC PNP Draw Sent More Than 200 PR Invites https://immigrationnewscanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/B.C.-Draw-February-16-2021-1.jpg Last Updated On 19 April 2023, 9:05 PM EDT (Toronto Time) On April 18, 2023 British Columbia… Open / Comment

2023-04-20 06:52:12 Immigration News Canada
Latest BC PNP Draw Sent More Than 200 PR Invites

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On April 18, 2023 British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program – BC PNP Draw issued more than 200 invitations for permanent residency (PR) in general and targeted draws.

Under the general BC PNP Draw, 158 invites were sent to profiles created in the five streams for all the occupations including the Tech occupations.

Cutoff score increased by 1 point as compared to previous general draw among all the categories for general BC PNP draw, except for Entry-level and Semi-Skilled streams. Details of BC PNP Draw – April 18Latest BC PNP Draw SummaryIn targeted round of invitations, 29 invites were issued to profiles with a score of 60 or above in NOC 42202 – Early Childhood Educators and Assistants.

Additionally, 16 PR invitations were made to BC PNP profiles in healthcare occupations with same cutoff score. British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program – All You Need To Know Tech Occupations/NOCs for BC PNP Draw* 10030 Telecommunication carriers managers
* 20012 Computer and information systems managers
* 21100 Physicists and astronomers
* 21210 Mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries
* 21211 Data scientists
* 21220 Cybersecurity specialists
* 21221 Business systems specialists
* 21222 Information systems specialists
* 21223 Database analysts and data administrators
* 21230 Computer systems developers and programmers
* 21231 Software engineers and designers
* 21232 Software developers and programmers
* 21233 Web designers
* 21234 Web developers and programmers
* 21300 Civil engineers
* 21301 Mechanical engineers
* 21310 Electrical and electronics engineers
* 21311 Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)
* 21320 Chemical engineers
* 21399 Other professional engineers
* 22110 Biological technologists and technicians
* 22220 Computer network and web technicians
* 22221 User support technicians
* 22222 Information systems testing technicians
* 22310 Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians
* 22312 Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics
* 50011 Managers – publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts
* 51111 Authors and writers (except technical)
* 51112 Technical writers
* 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations
* 52119 Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts
* 52112 Broadcast technicians
* 52113 Audio and video recording technicians
* 52120 Graphic designers and illustrators
* 53111 Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators Healthcare Occupations/NOCs Eligible For BC PNP Draw * 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
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2023-04-20 02:51:14 Immigration News Canada IRCC Strike New Update On 9 Service Disruptions https://immigrationnewscanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/IRCC-Strike-New-Update-By-Immigration-Minister-Sean-Fraser.jpg Last Updated On 19 April 2023, 7:39 PM EDT (Toronto Time) IRCC… Open / Comment

2023-04-20 02:51:12 Immigration News Canada
IRCC Strike New Update On 9 Service Disruptions

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He clearly stated that the IRCC strike will have severe impact on processing and setback on dealing with backlogs.

Following this announcement, IRCC updated more information on the services that will be partially or fully disrupted.

It seems like IRCC will now have another reason that they can point out answering the questions on backlog.

Reiterating, using your online GCKey account for updates, new applications (online and by mail), and access to emergency services will continue during the strike.
Furthermore, settlement services, health care via the Interim Federal Health Program, and visa application centres outside of Canada will stay functional since they are provided by non-government organizations.

IRCC has updated the Service Disruptions information by adding more context to them. Below are the category-wise services that will be partially or fully disrupted due to IRCC Strike. IRCC Strike New Update on Service DisruptionsCitizenship EventsEvents related to citizenship will be changed, but certain urgent applications could still be processed. As per latest IRCC update, processing time for citizenship grant application of an adult is taking around 22 months.

If IRCC strike continues for some time, then expect overall delay in processing. Consular Passport and Citizenship services Expect delays if you are obtaining citizenship or a passport outside of Canada. However, applicants will still be able to access their submitted documents and passport applications. Access To Information and Privacy (ATIP)For ATIP requests under the Access to Information Act, there will longer than usual processing times. Contacting IRCCExpect longer than usual response times at the IRCC Client Support Centre because of service delays.

Furthermore, online help via IRCC social media accounts will be unavailable during the IRCC strike.

Similarly, expect longer than usual response times to queries made via online web forms. Applying For Extension of Your Stay In CanadaIf you want to stay longer in Canada amid the IRCC labour disruption, then you will need to apply online.

To maintain your status and stay in Canada while your application is processing, ensure that your application is complete including the biometric, fee, and other applicable requirements.

As you normally do, submit your application prior to expiry of your existing temporary residency status in Canada.

Now reports are that biometric collection appointments are being cancelled by Service Canada for inside-Canada applicants.

So it seems applicants will have to face the problems again, until or unless IRCC exempt in-Canada applicants from biometric. Canada Immigration Backlog Drops To 896,300 | New IRCC Data Grants ServicesCanadian immigration department will respond to urgent requests from sponsored recipients, but expect delays here as well.

Funded recipients will still get their first advance payment in 2023-2024. Immigration AppointmentsClients who have appointments for immigration-related matters inside Canada will be called by IRCC to reschedule or cancel them.

For outside Canada, scheduled appointments and interviews will go as planned, unless the IRCC office abroad instructs to reschedule. Passport ServicesDuring the present labour disruption, expect delays in the processing of Canadian passport applications.

Domestic passport applications are only processed by Service Canada in emergency and humanitarian situations.

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