Posted on November 15 2019
In the latest draw conducted on 12th November, Saskatchewan issued 525 invitations to Express Entry and Occupations In-demand candidates.
The Express Entry sub-stream of the SINP (Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program) is linked to IRCC’s Express Entry Program. The 12th November draw invited 303 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination. A provincial nomination gets you an additional 600 points on your CRS score.
If you do not have an Express Entry ID, you may apply under the Occupations In-demand category. The 12th November draw invited 222 candidates under this stream.
You do not need a job offer to apply under either the Express Entry or the Occupations In-demand categories. However, you must have at least one year of relevant work experience in an eligible occupation.
The SINP has been pretty regular in conducting invitation rounds. Since 25th September, the SINP has conducted 12 invitation rounds inviting 5,229 candidates.
These draws were conducted after Saskatchewan expanded its list of eligible occupations from 19 to over 200. Ever since the occupation list was revised, Saskatchewan has invited candidates under a wide variety of occupations.
In the 12th November draw, candidates in almost 94 occupations were invited to apply for a provincial nomination. Notable ones are database analysts and administrators, human resource managers, power engineers, power system operators, and drafting technologists and technicians.
To apply for a provincial nomination through Saskatchewan, you must first register an Expression of Interest. Eligible EOIs are scored on the Saskatchewan points grid out of a total of 100 points. Your score determines your rank in the Saskatchewan EOI pool. Candidates who score the highest are invited through regular invitation rounds conducted by the SINP.
You should also note that you must have an “Education Credential Assessment” before you apply under the SINP.
The cut-off score in the 12th November SINP draw was 69 points.
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Canada is inviting 505,162 students in 2025
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IRCC has announced that it will invite nearly 505,162 international students under the new cap. The cap will be effective for the rest of 2025, starting January 22. Study permit applications will be processed until the cap is met, after which no new applications will be approved. The Canadian territorial and provincial governments have already distributed allocations based on the study permit cap.
Note: The cap released by the IRCC applies only to applications currently accepted for processing and does not include the total number of study permits that are to be approved this year.
Canada study permit applicants listed below are exempted from the processing cap:
a) Protected persons
b) Have sponsorship from a Canadian family member under the in-land sponsorship
c) Have applied for Canada PR and have a study permit exemption order
d) Are a family member of any of the above-listed people
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The newly announced cap of 505,162 will represent the total study permit applications that will be considered by the IRCC and not the study permit applications that are to be accepted or approved. With this move, the IRCC aims to limit the increased number of temporary residence applicants and the issuance of study permit applications.
According to a statement released by Marc Miller last year, IRCC is looking to set a goal for Study permit approvals. The goal is determined by considering the overall study permit rejection rate and the students in Canada who are currently looking to extend or renew their status. The IRCC now sets a processing cap within which the department will look to meet the approval target for next year.
IRCC has yet to release the number of study permit applications approved in 2025. According to the Immigration Levels Plan of 2025-27, Canada aims to invite 305,900 new students every year from 2025-2027. However, this count is not the number of approved study permits.
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Europe needs 1.2 Million Healthcare Professionals in 2025
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According to recent reports, countries in the European Union are in dire need of healthcare professionals. The healthcare sector in the Schengen countries reported around 1.2 million vacancies in 2025, especially for skilled nursing professionals.
As a part of the EU action, the European Commission is willing to distribute a total of €1.3 million to the Schengen countries to help them hire and retain nurses and other healthcare professionals. The World Health Organisation reports estimate the requirement of around 18 million healthcare workers in the world by 2030.
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The European Commission established the EU action in collaboration with the WHO Europe in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. The EU action aims to prioritize challenges in the healthcare system, especially the requirement of skilled nurses, faced by the EU member states.
The EU Member States will customise the needs of the initiative along with the nursing organisations to facilitate the recruitment of foreign nurses at both national and subnational levels. The initiative also includes impact assessments, mentoring programmes and strategies for improvement of future nurses so as to multiply the benefits of digital transformation.
The table below shows recent statistical data about the number of nurses in certain EU countries:
Country |
No. of Nurses per 100,000 people |
Norway |
75 |
Denmark |
44.1 |
Sweden |
43.5 |
Bulgaria |
6.9 |
Romania |
6.4 |
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According to the EURES report 2023, the following are the top seven countries having the highest demand for healthcare professionals:
The following are the in-demand healthcare job roles in 2025:
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UK Government may increase cost of immigration for Skilled Workers from 2025
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The UK Government has proposed changes to the immigration fees for foreign professionals willing to migrate via the Skilled Worker route in 2025. Under the proposed changes, the cost of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship is expected to be double the usual price, from £239 to £525.
Sponsors in the UK might be required to reassess the immigration budget so as to recruit foreign professionals in the UK. The cost of applying for UK citizenship is also likely to be increased from 2025. The proposal currently awaits Parliament approval and implementation dates.
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The new immigration fee proposed by the UK government is aimed at raising extra revenue of around £269 million which is likely to reduce the tax burden of the country required for smooth processing of the immigration system.
The increased fee structure is announced along with the requirement of Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) fees. Employers sponsoring foreign skilled workers to the UK must pay the CoS fees which cannot be settled up with by the foreign national migrating to the UK.
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Saudi Arabia changes work visa rules for Indian workers from Jan 2025
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According to a recent announcement, Saudi Arabia has announced updates to the work visa requirements for Indian workers. Under the new change, Indian workers are required to submit pre-verification details of their academic and professional qualifications to be eligible for the visa.
According to reports by TOI, Indians account for the second-largest immigrant community in Saudi Arabia, and around 2 million foreign workers in the Gulf countries are reported to be from India. The new requirement aims to align with the labor sector requirements and maintain the quality of labors in the job market as per the Vision 2030 initiative.
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The following are the requirements for a Saudi Work Visa:
The table below lists the details of the fee requirement for a Saudi Work Visa:
Type of Saudi Work Visa |
Amount to be paid |
Single Entry Visa |
SAR 2000 |
Multiple Entry Visa |
SAR 3000 |
One-year Visa |
SAR 5000 |
Two-year Visa |
SAR 7000 |
The processing time for a Saudi Work Visa is around 1 to 3 weeks.
The steps to apply for a Saudi Work Visa are listed below:
Step 1: Get a job offer from a Saudi-based company
Step 2: Gather a letter of invitation from your employer
Step 3: Arrange the documents required
Step 4: Complete the fee payment
Step 5: Fly to Saudi Arabia upon visa approval
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What Express Entry changes to expect in 2025?
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Given below are some of the major changes that will impact the Express Entry system this year, in 2025:
The Express Entry system will increase the immigration targets this year. The admissions for the Federal economic programs will be increased to 124,590. However, the overall immigration levels will decrease by 20% compared to 2024. The overall PR admissions under the Federal High-Skilled (FHS) allocation will also increase to 31.5%. With all the above changes, the Express Entry pathway is set to play a major role for skilled workers looking to migrate to Canada through the program.
The Canadian Immigration Minister announced the removal of CRS points for Express Entry applicants with a job offer. The announcement was made in December 2024 and will be effective starting in the spring of this year. Until the new rule is implemented, candidates can score up to 50-200 additional points under the Express Entry program for having a legit job offer. However, removing the extra points may result in a drop in the CRS scores of most candidates. Express Entry applicants can score points on other factors such as age, work experience, language proficiency, etc.
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Two new categories will replace the Federal High Skilled Allocations, the Federal Economic Priorities, and In-Canada Focus.
The table below shows the subcategories, the total number of allocations, and the candidates that will be accepted under each of these categories:
Category |
Allocations under Express Entry |
Candidates considered under this category |
In-Canada Focus |
82,890 |
Candidates from Express Entry-aligned PNP, Canadian Experience Class (CEC), Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). |
Federal Economic Priorities |
41,700 |
Candidates who receive nominations under category-based selections meet Canada's labor market needs and demographic goals. Priority would be given to the Healthcare and Trade occupations and French language proficiency. |
This year, the IRCC aims to focus on category-based selections that are aligned with Canada's labor market priorities. The IRCC has set the below categories as a priority for the Immigration Levels Plan of 2025-2027:
IRCC will likely hold more draws targeting the above categories, focusing equally on the French language proficiency category. The overall immigrant admissions for the French category will be set at 8.5% and 9.5% in 2025 and 2026, respectively.
The six main categories for the Express Entry category-based draws are as follows:
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U.S. opens new consulate in Bengaluru, India
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On January 17, 2025, the US opened a new consulate office located at JW Marriott Hotel on Vittal Mallya Road. The office was inaugurated by the US Ambassador Eric Garcetti, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
The new consulate is temporarily set to function with limited staff until permanent staff is recruited. This new office is aimed to help Karnataka residents, especially students and working professionals willing to apply for US visas who make up around 37% of India’s software exports to the US.
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The opening of the new consulate office marks a crucial step in strengthening diplomatic bonds with the US. This move is likely to enhance ties in education, technology, trade, and other sectors.
The External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced that India is also planning to open a consulate office in Los Angeles, reflecting mutual engagement between the two countries. Jaishankar is also hoping to set up student exchange programmes and joint campuses as a step to overcome “hesitations in history”.
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Canada Tax changes affecting Start-Up visa applicants in 2025
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According to recent news, Canada will introduce a number of major tax changes in 2025, which is likely to impact entrepreneurs willing to apply for the Canada Start-Up Visa program this year. The following are the key tax changes to be introduced in 2025 in Canada:
Transition to Online Mail: The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is planning to make online mail as the default process for business correspondence. CRA will announce the major notices and updates via the My Business Account Portal. This will be applicable for existing and new business registrations as well as businesses represented via the “Represent a Client” service. Candidates must make sure to keep their email address up-to-date in “My Business Account” to receive updates on time.
New Inclusion Rate for capital gains: The CRA is awaiting parliamentary approval to introduce new inclusion rate for capital gains. The new changes will increase the inclusion rate for capital gains, affecting selling prices for shares. The CRA will also provide updated forms for corporations, trusts and individuals from January 31, 2025. The new change will also include penalties for applications filed after March 03, 2025 and relief for arrears interest.
Changes in Trust Reporting Requirements: The exemption policy restricting bare trusts from filing T3 Income Tax and Information Return for the 2024 tax has been extended by the CRA. Other trusts are required to update reporting requirements including filing T3 return with Schedule 15 and complying with specific CRA requests for trust information.
Canada Pension Plan Enhancements: The Year’s Maximum Pensionable Earnings (YMPE) will increase to CAD 71,300 in 2025 while the Year’s Additional Maximum Pensionable Earnings (YAMPE) is set to be at CAD 81,200. Candidates earning between CAD 71, 300 and CAD 81,200 are subjected to CPP2. The payroll system should be updated by both employers and employees so that the new changes would show. Entrepreneurs must comply with these rules while recruiting members to avoid penalties.
Enhanced Digital Services: The digital platforms are being upgraded to improve user experience for businesses. The new changes include improved navigation and layout of the ‘My Business Account’ and ‘Represent a Client’ Portal, new notification for account changes and payments. The updates also include tools like the Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) Self-Assessment Tool to ease the process of claiming tax credits.
Updates to Filing Information Returns: Starting from January 2025, candidates submitting tax returns must follow the updated guidelines, which include limiting submissions to a single type of return and notifying businesses in case of discrepancies before filing.
Administrative Relief for T4/T4A Reporting: Candidates who do not have a dental coverage plan under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) can now keep the box for T4 and T4A slips unchecked for 2024 tax year. However, entrepreneurs must make sure to update their payroll systems for these changes to show.
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US reached cap count for additional H-2B visas for first half of FY 2025
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The USCIS has recently announced that it has received enough petitions for the additional 20,716 H-2B visas allotted to returning workers, thereby reaching the H-2B visa cap for the first half of Fiscal Year 2025. January 07, 2025, was the final date to receive H-2B visa petitions.
The additional H-2B visas were allotted under the H-2B Supplemental Cap Temporary Final Rule which was published on December 02, 2024. These additional visas were introduced to invite returning workers who had start dates on or before March 31, 2025.
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The USCIS is still open for H-2B non-immigrant workers for the additional 20,000 visas reserved for workers from Costa Rica, Colombia, El Salvador, Ecuador, Haiti, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Workers from these countries whose start dates are on or before March 31, 2025, and are exempted from the returning worker requirement can submit petitions to the USCIS. Applicants under the 20,716 H-2B visa category who were unable to submit the petition this time can apply under the country-specific visa allocation.
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Employment in Canada up by 91,000 as of December 2024
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According to the latest StatCan reports, employment in Canada was up by 91,000, recording an increment rate of 0.2%. The current employment rate in Canada is 60.8%, as of December 2024 reports.
Canada reported a decline of 0.1% in unemployment, bringing down the current unemployment rate to 6.7%. The year 2024 ended with 413,000 more people working in the country as compared to the figures reported at the beginning of the year.
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StatCan reports revealed an increase in employment of 30,000 workers among core aged men. Employment among core aged women increased by 21,000 in Canada, as of December 2024.
The major industries in Canada which had employment gains as of December 2024 are listed in the table below:
Industry |
Increase in employment |
% of increase |
Educational Services |
17,000 |
1.10% |
Healthcare and Social assistance |
16,000 |
0.50% |
Transportation and warehousing |
17,000 |
1.60% |
Finance and real estate |
16,000 |
1.10% |
Among all the Canadian provinces, Alberta reported the highest employment gain as of December 2024. The table below provides details of the employment rates across Canadian provinces as per December 2024 data:
Province |
Increase in employment |
% of increase |
Alberta |
35,000 |
1.40% |
Ontario |
23,000 |
0.30% |
British Columbia |
14,000 |
0.50% |
Nova Scotia |
74,000 |
1.40% |
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Germany to welcome 405,000 international students in 2025: DAAD projections
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According to recent data by the German Academic Exchange Services (DAAD), universities in Germany are expected to welcome around 405,000 international students in the winter semester 2024-2025. The President of DAAD, Dr, Joyabrato Mukherjee stated that Germany should take more international students in science, business and society willing to study in the country.
The Skilled Labour Initiative, headed by the DAAD, currently supports 104 German universities in taking international students from all over the world. The international student intake is expected to increase by 7% compared to last year. Around 90% of German universities have reported a rise in international student enrolments, along with a 56% rise in enrolment for Master’s programs in Germany.
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Germany attracts millions of international students every year due to the following benefits:
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