Why apply for a Canada PR?

• Invites 3.85 lakh Canada PRs in 2025
• Welcoming 1.1 million new PRs by 2027
• 1 Million jobs lying vacant for 100+ days
• Earn 5 to 8 times your current salary
• Access to Universal Healthcare System
• FREE Education for your children
• Retirement benefits
• Easiest path to get Canadian Citizenship

The PR in Canada grants non-Canadian citizens the right to live, work, and study in Canada indefinitely, with access to social benefits and protection under Canadian law. It is a step toward gaining full Canadian citizenship, though it does not grant the right to vote in Canadian elections. 

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Why apply for a Canada PR? 
 

What is a Canada PR Visa?

A Canada Permanent Resident Visa is a gateway to permanent resident status in Canada. Canada PR Visa is valid for 5 years, and candidates with a Canada PR card can live, study, and work in Canada freely. Based on their eligibility, they can apply for Canadian citizenship. 

Do’s and Don’ts of Canadian Permanent Resident:

Dos	Don’ts
Canada PRs get most of the social benefits to which Canadian citizens are entitled. These include healthcare coverage.	Canada PRs can’t vote or run for any political office.
Canada PRs can live, study, or work anywhere in Canada.	Canada PRs can’t hold certain government jobs requiring high-level security clearance.
Canada PRs can apply for Canadian citizenship.
Canada PRs will be protected under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and Canadian law.

*Looking to apply for a Canada PR visa? To register now, view the  Canada Immigration Flipbook. 

 

Who can be the Permanent Resident of Canada? 

A permanent resident of Canada is an individual who has the right to live, study, and work anywhere in Canada through a Canadian Permanent Resident Visa. Candidates with permanent resident status in Canada can enjoy many of the rights of Canadian citizens, although they remain citizens of their home countries unless they apply for and are granted Canadian citizenship. The visa is valid for five years and can be renewed. 

*Check your eligibility to become a Permanent Resident of Canada with the Y-Axis CRS Points Calculator, instantly for FREE. 
 

Canadian Permanent Resident Vs. Canada Citizenship

The difference between Canada PR and Canadian citizens is given in the table below: 
 

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Canada PR Vs. Canadian Citizenship

 

Canada PR Process

Canada PR process is an easy 7-step procedure for applicants who meet the eligibility and requirements. Following the 7 steps, you can submit your Canada PR visa application.

A Permanent Resident (PR) visa has become prominent among immigrants who are willing to settle in ‘Maple Leaf country.’ It depends on your path to apply for the Canada PR visa.

Here is the path list that guides you on the Canada PR process.

• Express Entry
• Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
• Quebec Immigration
• Atlantic Immigration Program
• Canada start-up visa program

“Did You Know: You can get a Canada PR Visa without a job offer in Canada.” 

Canada PR via Express Entry

Candidates applying for the Canada PR visa through the Express Entry program must use a points-based selection system. The Express Entry System basically consists of three sub-categories:

1. Federal Skilled Workers Program (FSWP)
2. Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
3. Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

If you are an overseas skilled worker, you can apply for a Canada PR visa under the Federal Skilled Workers Program. The Canadian government initiated this program in 2015 to encourage skilled workers to come and settle in the country.

Canada PR via PNP

Canada offers nearly 80 different Provincial Nominee Programs, or PNPs, which have their individual eligibility requirements. The PNP program allows provinces to meet their individual immigration needs by helping them fill jobs that are in demand and meet labor shortages in their province.

Most PNPs require applicants to have some connection to the province. They should have either worked earlier in that province or studied there. Or they should have a job offer from an employer in the province for a job visa. However, some PNPs require no previous connection to the province you are applying for; you can apply for a Canada PR visa directly to the PNP program of that province.

The popular PNP programs for a Canada PR visa are:

• Saskatchewan PNP
• Manitoba PNP
• Alberta PNP
• Ontario PNP
• New Brunswick PNP
• Nova Scotia PNP
• Prince Edward Island PNP
• British Columbia PNP

Canada PR Eligibility 

• 67 points in Canada points Grid
• Age below 40 years
• IELTS / PTE Score
• Educational Credential Assessment
• Proof of Funds
• Job offer in Canada (optional)

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Canada PR Requirements

Below is the checklist of Canada PR requirements you need to check before applying for permanent residence in Canada.

• Age
• Education
• Work experience
• Language ability
• Adaptability
• Arranged employment
• Police verification certificate

Application for a Canada PR visa through the PNP program requires the applicants to have some connection to the province. You can either work in that province or study there. You can be eligible if you have a job offer from an employer in the province. To qualify under this program, you should be able to get 67 points out of 100 in the eligibility factors given below:

1. Age: Those between 18-35 years get maximum points. Those above 35 get fewer points, while the maximum age to qualify is 45 years.
2. Education: Under this category, your educational qualification must be equal to higher secondary education under Canadian standards.

3. Work experience: For minimum points, you should have at least one year of full-time work experience. More years of work experience means more points. IRCC use the 2021 National Occupational Classification (NOC) system to identify and categorize jobs (occupations) and your occupation must be listed based on the training, education, experience and responsibilities (TEER) as they require: TEER 0, or TEER 1 and 2, or TEER 3.

4. Language ability: You must have at least 6 bands in your IELTS test, and the score must be less than 2 years old. You get extra points if you are proficient in French.

5. Adaptability: If your spouse or common-law partner is willing to migrate with you to Canada, you are entitled to 10 extra points for adaptability.

6. Arranged employment: You can gain a maximum of 10 points if you have a valid offer from a Canadian employer.

How to get a Canada Permanent Residency Visa?

Indians applying for a Canada PR visa need to meet all the eligibility criteria and arrange all the requirements. Then, follow the below steps to file your Canada PR visa application from India.

• Step 1: Complete your language ability tests before starting the application process. Take the IELTS exam and get the required scores. If required, you might need to take a French language test.
• Step 2: Submit your application based on the requirements of the immigration program you have decided on.
• Step 3: Submit all the required documents. Ensure you provide only genuine documents. Remember that the education and work experience documents require authentication.
• Step 4: Gather the required documents for proof of funds to support your stay in Canada. Get your medical checkup and police verification records ready.
• Step 5: Your documents will go through a mandatory examination by an immigration officer. Be prepared to provide any additional information if required.
• Step 6: You will receive confirmation of your PR status and will receive a COPR (Confirmation of Permanent Residence) card.
• Step 7: Apply for your PR card and fly to Canada.
   

ECA – Educational Credential Assessment 

An important step while applying for your Canada PR visa is to apply for the Educational Credential Assessment (ECA), which is required if you have done your education outside Canada. The ECA report will show that your educational credentials are equal to Canadian secondary school credentials or post-secondary educational credentials.

The ECA is required if you are applying for a visa through the Express Entry program to prove that your foreign education degree or credential is valid and is equal to a Canadian degree. 

The following categories of PR applicants need to get an ECA: 

• Applicants who have completed their education outside Canada and are applying for a PR visa under the Federal Skilled Workers Program.
• Applicants who need to earn points for education received outside Canada.
• Applicants whose spouse or partner is coming with them to Canada need to get an ECA for them as well to earn points for their education in the PR visa application.
• An ECA is usually required for your highest level of education; for example, if you have a master’s degree, you will need an ECA for only that and not for your bachelor’s degree. However, if you have two or more credentials, you will need an ECA for both if you need credentials both of them.

You can get your ECA from one of the designated organizations given below:

• World Education Services
• Comparative Education Service – University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies
• International Credential Assessment Service of Canada
• International Qualifications Assessment Service
• International Credential Evaluation Service
• Medical Council of Canada (the professional body for Doctors)
• Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (the professional body for Pharmacists)

The IRCC will only accept assessments that are issued on or after the date the organizations were designated to issue ECA reports for immigration applicants.
 

ECA fees 

Services	Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)
Electronic ECA report provided to you	C$248
An official paper report (delivery fees apply)
ECA report access by IRCC
Electronic storage of your report and verified transcripts for future use
Additional Fees
Delivery Options	Fees
Standard delivery (tracking not included)	C$12
Courier delivery (tracking included)
U.S. and international courier services (per address)	C$92
Next-day courier delivery (per address, Canada only)	C$27
Add a new credential	C$108
Convert ECA to a Document-by-Document evaluation	C$54
Convert ECA to a Course-by-Course evaluation	C$108
First report (WES Basic)	C$54
First report (WES ICAP)	C$33
Each additional report	C$33

You should choose your organization based on your occupation; for instance, if you are a Pharmacist (NOC code 3131) and need a license to practice, you must get your report from the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada.

Benefits of Permanent Residency in Canada

As a Canada PR visa holder, you can enjoy the following benefits:

• Can apply for Canadian citizenship in the future
• Can live, work, and study anywhere in Canada
• Eligible for healthcare and other social benefits enjoyed by Canadian citizens
• Protection under Canadian law

You must apply for the Canada PR visa exclusively if you are a student or a worker from a foreign country; it does not automatically make you a permanent resident.

Refugees from another country do not automatically become permanent residents. Their status as a refugee must be approved by the Immigration and Refugee Board. Subsequent to this, they can apply for and obtain a PR status.   
 

Jobs in Canada for Indians

StatCan reports that there are 1 million jobs in Canada for overseas skilled professionals. The table below gives you all the information about the top-in-demand occupations in Canada, along with the average salary range.

Occupation	Average Salary in CAD
Sales Representative	52,000 - 64,000
Accountant	63,000 - 75,000
Engineering Project Manager	74,000 - 92,000
Business Analyst	73,000 - 87,000
IT Project Manager	92,000 - 114,000
Account Manager	75,000 - 92,000
Software Engineer	83,000 - 99,000
Human Resources	59,000 - 71,000
Customer Service Representative	37,000 - 43,000
Administrative Assistant	37,000 - 46,000

IT Jobs in Canada

IT companies in Canada are hiring more foreign workers. As per the recent news, there is high demand for IT professionals under Express Entry. The top IT jobs are listed below:

List of IT jobs	NOC codes
Developer/Programmer	NOC 21232
Business System Analyst/Administrator	NOC 21221
Data Analyst /Scientist	NOC 21223
Quality Assurance Analyst	NOC 21222
Security Analyst/Architect	NOC 21220
Cloud Architect	NOC 20012
IT Project Manager	NOC 21311
Network Engineer	NOC 22220

 

Total cost for Canada PR from India

The total cost for a Canada PR visa is 2,500 CAD – 3,000 CAD. This cost varies based on the number of applicants.

• Single applicant is 2,340 CAD
• Couple with no kids, it costs 4,680 CAD
• Couple with one kid, it costs  5,285 CAD

It is the sum of your application fees for you and your spouse and dependents, fees for medical examination, English language test, ECA fees, PCC fees, etc. 

The table below gives you all the total costs for a Canada PR visa.

Program	Applicants	Current fees (April 2022 – March 2024)	New fees (April 2024 – March 2026)
Right of Permanent Residence Fee	Principal applicant and accompanying spouse or common-law partner	$515	$575
Protected persons	Principal applicant	$570	$635
Protected persons	Accompanying spouse or common-law partner	$570	$635
Protected persons	Accompanying dependent child	$155	$175
Permit holders	Principal applicant	$335	$375
Live-in Caregiver Program and caregivers pilots (Home Child Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot)	Principal applicant	$570	$635
Live-in Caregiver Program and caregivers pilots (Home Child Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot)	Accompanying spouse or common-law partner	$570	$635
Live-in Caregiver Program and caregivers pilots (Home Child Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot)	Accompanying dependent child	$155	$175
Humanitarian and compassionate consideration / Public policy	Principal applicant	$570	$635
Humanitarian and compassionate consideration / Public policy	Accompanying spouse or common-law partner	$570	$635
Humanitarian and compassionate consideration / Public policy	Accompanying dependent child	$155	$175
Federal Skilled Workers, Provincial Nominee Program, Quebec Skilled Workers, Atlantic Immigration Class and most economic pilots (Rural, Agri-Food)	Principal applicant	$850	$950
Federal Skilled Workers, Provincial Nominee Program, Quebec Skilled Workers, Atlantic Immigration Class and most economic pilots (Rural, Agri-Food)	Accompanying spouse or common-law partner	$850	$950
Federal Skilled Workers, Provincial Nominee Program, Quebec Skilled Workers, Atlantic Immigration Class and most economic pilots (Rural, Agri-Food)	Accompanying dependent child	$230	$260
Family reunification (spouses, partners and children; parents and grandparents; and other relatives)	Sponsorship fee	$75	$85
Family reunification (spouses, partners and children; parents and grandparents; and other relatives)	Sponsored principal applicant	$490	$545
Family reunification (spouses, partners and children; parents and grandparents; and other relatives)	Sponsored child (principal applicant under 22 years old and not a spouse/partner)	$75	$85
Family reunification (spouses, partners and children; parents and grandparents; and other relatives)	Accompanying spouse or common-law partner	$570	$635
Family reunification (spouses, partners and children; parents and grandparents; and other relatives)	Accompanying dependent child	$155	$175
Business (federal and Quebec)	Principal applicant	$1,625	$1,810
Business (federal and Quebec)	Accompanying spouse or common-law partner	$850	$950
Business (federal and Quebec)	Accompanying dependent child	$230	$260

Proof of Funds for Canada PR

Canadian PR applicants should also provide proof of funds to prove that they have the required funds to support their stay and that of their dependents once they come to Canada till they can earn their income in the country. Letters from banks where the money is deposited are required as proof. The proof of funds will vary depending on the number of family members of the primary PR applicant (Read More...).  

Number of family members	Current Funds Required	Funds required (in Canadian dollars) Coming into effect May 28, 2024
1	CAD 13,757	CAD 14,690
2	CAD 17,127	CAD 18,288
3	CAD 21,055	CAD 22,483
4	CAD 25,564	CAD 27,297
5	CAD 28,994	CAD 30,690
6	CAD 32,700	CAD 34,917
7	CAD 36,407	CAD 38,875
If more than 7 people, for each additional family member	CAD 3,706	CAD 3,958

Canada PR Visa Processing Times

The general processing time for the Canada PR visa is 6 to 8 months. However, the processing time depends on the program under which you made an application. For instance, if you applied under the CEC program, your application will be processed within three to four months (Read more...).

*Note: If you have applied through the Express Entry program, you must apply within 90 days if you get an invitation to apply. 

Phase-wise process timelines & costs
Phase	Process	Description	Designated Authority	TAT (Turn Around Time)	Fees Applicable
Phase 1	Step 1	An Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) is used to verify your foreign education is valid and equal to a completed credential in Canada. It is valid for 5 years.	WES	6-8 Weeks	CAD$305
					[CAD$ 220 for report + CAD$ 85 for international courier]
					CAD$ 275
			IQAS	20 Weeks	[CAD$ 260 for report + CAD$ 75 for international courier]
					CAD$ 335
					[CAD$ 260 for report + CAD$ 85 for international courier]
			ICAS	20 Weeks	CAD$ 345
					[CAD$ 280 for report + CAD$ 75 for international courier]
			ICES	8 – 10 Weeks	CAD$ 210 + CAD$ 102 for Courier
					CAD$ 310 Fee + CAD$ 190 SVR + CAD$ 120 for ECA
					CAD$ 340 Fee + CAD$ 685 Evaluation
			CES	12 Weeks	IELTS: INR 15,500
			MCC (Doctors)	15 Weeks	CELPIP: INR 10,845 [plus taxes]
			PEBC (Pharmacists)	15 Weeks	TEF: variable
	Step 2	English or French Language Test	IELTS /CELPIP /TEF	Within 4 weeks	No Fee
					Varies based on Provinces.
					Application Fees per Applicant – CAD$ 850
Phase 2	Step 1	EOI – Expression Of Interest	IRCC	Your Profile will be valid for 12 months.	RPRF Fees for Applicant & Spouse – CAD$ 515
	Step 2	PNP – Provincial Nomination Program	Provincial Authorities	Varies based on Provinces	Biometrics – CAD$ 85 per person
Phase 3	Step 1	Invitation To Apply – ITA	Main Applicant + Spouse + Children	60 Days	Medical Fee – As applicable
	Step 2	Passport Submission and PR Visa	Main Applicant + Spouse + Children	Up to 30 days	VFS fee as applicable

 

*Note: Table last updated on 7th May 2023

Disclaimer: For IELTS/CELPIP/PTE, fees may change without prior notice.

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Latest Canada Express Entry Draws

Draw no.	Date	Immigration program	Invitations issued
335	February 05, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	4,000
334	February 04, 2025	Provincial Nominee Program	455
333	January 23, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	4,000
332	January 08, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	1,350
331	January 07, 2025	Provincial Nominee Program	471

 

Latest Canada Draws in 2025

11,021 Invitations Issued in 2025
Express Entry/ Province Draw	Jan	Feb	Total
Express Entry	5821	4455	10,276
Manitoba	325	76	401
British Columbia	10	NA	10
Ontario	4	NA	4
Alberta	NA	308	308
Prince Edward Island	22	NA	22
Total	6,182	4,839	11,021

 

Latest Canada PR news

February 11, 2025

Canada’s employment increases by 76,000 in Jan 2025

Latest reports by the Canadian Labour Force Survey revealed that Canada has reported a hike of 76,000 in January 2025 following an increase of 0.4% hike in December and a 0.2% increase in November 2024. Ontario, British Columbia and New Brunswick reported the maximum number of employment gains.

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February 10, 2025

Latest AAIP Draws issued 308 invitations

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) invited 308 candidates via three PNP draws held on February 06, 05, and 03, 2025 respectively. Candidates were invited under three key streams, namely, Dedicated Healthcare Pathway for Express Entry and Non-Express Entry and Rural Renewal Stream. The CRS score range for the draws was between 50-68 points.

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February 08, 2025

New Brunswick announced the upcoming International Recruitment Events 

New Brunswick announced the upcoming job recruitment events, which will be held in February and March 2025. Candidates interested in working in New Brunswick, Canada, can register for the recruitment drive.

The table below has more information of the date and place of the Recruitment events:

Event Date	Category	Place of the event
February 9, 2025	Healthcare and Education Mission	Dubai, UAE   Doha, Qatar
February 11 - 13, 2025
March 22 & 23 - March 25, 2025	Long-term Care Mission Philippines	Manila and Cebu

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February 06, 2025

Manitoba issued 76 invitations via the latest PNP draws

The latest Manitoba PNP draw held on February 6, 2025, invited 76 candidates. Candidates were invited under the International Education Stream and Skilled Worker Overseas streams. The CRS score of the lowest-ranking candidate under the Skilled Worker Overseas is 612.

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February 06, 2025

New Brunswick Announced reopening immigration programs in 2025

The Federal government issued 2,750 nomination spaces for 2025. New Brunswick will resume the immigration programs in 2025.

• The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (1,500)
• The Atlantic Immigration Program (1,250)

The table below has the list of the updates for each New Brunswick Program stream:

Stream	Status	Details
New Brunswick Express Entry	Wiil begin to accept new Expressions of Interest (EOIs) under two pathways in coming weeks	Will accept NOIs under the Employment in New Brunswick pathway and New Brunswick Interests pathway.
New Brunswick Strategic Initiative	Will not accept new EOIs at this time	This stream has sufficient inventory and is not seeking new applications.
Private Career College Graduate Program	Accepting EOIs	Set to end in autumn of 2025.
New Brunswick Skilled Worker	Starting to accept EOIs	Has branched into three streams.
New Brunswick Business Immigration	Accepting EOIs	Applicants can apply for a nomination if their business has been running for six months or longer.
New Brunswick Critical Worker Pilot	Accepting applications	N/A.
Atlantic Immigration Program	Accepting applications	N/A.

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February 05, 2025

IRCC invited 4,000 CEC candidates in the latest Express Entry draw

Canada held the latest Express Entry draw on January 5, 2025, that invited 4,000 new CEC candidates. The minimum CRS score for the Express Entry draw was 521.

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February 04, 2025

Express Entry Draw #334 invites 455 PNP candidates

The latest Express Entry draw on February 04, 2025, invited 455 PNP candidates to apply for Canada PR. The CRS score to qualify for the #334 Express Entry Draw was 802. This is the first draw to be held in February.

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February 04, 2025

Canada Releases the annual quotas for LMIA-exempt work permits under IEC

IRCC released the LMIA-exempt work permit quotas under the IEC program for 2025. Foreign nationals can receive work permits under three categories: the Working Holiday, the International Co-op, and the Youth Professionals. Under the IEC program, youth from countries having bilateral Youth Mobility Agreements (byMAs) with Canada can obtain work permits. Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35 to qualify for the program.

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January 30, 2025

IRCC announced two new immigration pathways for Canada PR

Two new immigration pilot programs have been launched by IRCC leading to Canada PR. The Rural Community Immigration Pilot aims to invite professionals having a job offer in rural communities, which contributes towards filling labor market gaps and are willing to settle for a long period in Canada. The Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) targets to welcome professionals having valid employment outside Quebec and have an intermediate level of proficiency in French.

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January 29, 2025

Canada announces new permanent residence pathways for home care workers

IRCC announced New Caregiver Worker Immigration Pilot Programs, replacing the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot Programs. The program will start accepting applications from March 31, 2025.

Read more…

January 28, 2025

BC PNP held a recent draw on January 28, 2025, inviting 10 candidates

As per the latest draw held on January 28, 2025, New Brunswick invited 10 new candidates under Entrepreneur Immigration invitations. The lowest score required for the draw was 123 points.

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January 27, 2025

Ontario released changes in the Foreign Worker Stream

Ontario implemented changes for self-employed physicians under the Foreign Worker Stream. Under the new changes, physicians are now allowed to enter the province without a valid job offer from their employers, provided they meet other requirements. The changes came into effect on January 27, 2025.   

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January 25, 2025

Manitoba and PEI issued 206 invitations via the latest PNP draws

PEI PNP and Manitoba PNP held draws recently on January 23rd  and January 24th, 2025. 22 candidates were invited via the PEI PNP, and the Manitoba PNP draw invited 128 candidates. The minimum CRS score requirement for the MPNP draw was 609 points.

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January 24, 2025

Canada extended the policy for PNP candidates to offer Open Work Permits

IRCC extends the public policy to offer open work permits for PNP candidates until December 31, 2025. The work permit is valid for two years. Eligible immigrants must have a valid profile in an Expression of Interest (EOI) group from an eligible territory. Candidates must provide a letter of employment along with a support letter from the same province.

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January 23, 2025

IRCC invited 4,000 CEC candidates in the latest Express Entry draw

On January 23, 2025, the latest Express Entry draw was held by the IRCC, which invited 4,000 CEC candidates. The minimum CRS score requirement for the draw was 527.

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January 23, 2025

Newfoundland and Labrador Announces Virtual Job Fair 2025

Newfoundland and Labrador is actively looking for skilled foreign workers worldwide. Job seekers who want to work in the Canadian province can register online for the virtual job fairs that will be held in January 2025. You can connect with top employers and recruiters by attending the online job fair.

The table below has details of the Job fair:

Audience	Event Date	Event Time
General audience	Jan 23, 2025	9:00 am — 4 pm (NST)
Early Childhood Educators and Primary and Secondary (K-12) Teachers	Jan 28, 2025	9:00 am — 4 pm (NST)

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January 22, 2025

Canada issues the list of TEER 2 and 3 jobs eligible for SOWP

Following the update on restrictions on SOWP applications, IRCC has published a list of eligible job roles for SOWP, effective from January 21, 2025. The eligible job roles are listed in the table below:

TEER 2 NOC Group	Group Name
NOC group 22	Technical Occupations Related to Natural and Applied Sciences
NOC group 32	Technical Occupations in Health
NOC group 42	Front-Line Public Protection Services and Paraprofessional Occupations in Legal, Social, Community, Education, Services
NOC group 72	Technical Trades and Transportation Officers and Controllers
NOC group 82	Supervisors in Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Related Production
TEER 3 NOC Group	Group Name
NOC group 33	Assisting Occupations in Support of Health Services
NOC group 43	Assisting Occupations in Education and in Legal and Public Protection
NOC group 43	Assisting Occupations in Education and in Legal and Public Protection
NOC group 53	Occupations in Art, Culture, and Sport
NOC group 73	General Trades
NOC group 83	Occupations in Natural Resources and Related Production

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January 20, 2025

What Express Entry changes to expect in 2025?

IRCC plans to implement new changes to the Express Entry system this year. Some of the changes are eliminating additional CRS points for a job offer, focusing more on category-based selections, increasing immigration targets, and replacing the current Federal High Skilled (FHS) Allocations with two new categories.

Read more…

January 18, 2025

Ontario introduces new pilot pathway to Canada PR

Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has launched a new Regional Economic Development Immigration (REDI) pilot program effective from January 02 to December 31, 2025. The program will invite around 800 skilled professionals. Candidates can apply under any of the following streams:

• Foreign Worker Stream
• International Student Stream
• In-demand Skills Stream

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January 15, 2025

Ontario invited 4 candidates to apply for Canada PR

Ontario held the latest Ontario Immigration Nominee Program (OINP) draw on January 15, 2025 and issued 4 targeted invitations under the Economic Mobility Pathways Project.

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January 15, 2025

Employment in Canada up by 91,000 as of December 2024

According to recent StatCan reports, Canada’s employment rose by 91,000 as of December 2024. The employment rate in Canada rose to 60.8% in December 2024. Alberta and Ontario recorded the highest increase in employment rates among all Canadian provinces. 

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January 09, 2025

Latest MPNP Draw issued 197 LAAs

Manitoba issued 197 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) via the latest MPNP draw held on January 09, 2025. The lowest CRS score range for the draw was 615-838 points.

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January 08, 2025

Second Express Entry of 2025 invites 1,350 CEC candidates

IRCC held the second Express Entry draw of 2025 on January 8. The Express Entry Draw #332 invited 1,350 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates to apply for Canada PR. The minimum score required for the Express Entry draw was 542.  

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January 08, 2025

IRCC proposed a new Education category for Express Entry in 2025  

IRCC is planning to add a new Education category for the Express Entry Draws in 2025. In 2024, the IRCC conducted consultations and also reviewed the current categories. The education category will focus on education-related occupations with workforce shortages and support the childcare and teaching sectors.

The table below has the list of occupations that could be added under the Education category:

NOC	Occupations
41221	Elementary school and kindergarten teacher
43100	Elementary and Secondary school teacher
42202	Early childhood and educators and Assistants
41220	Secondary school teachers
41320	Educational counsellors
42203	Instructors of Persons with Disabilities

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January 08, 2025

Newfoundland and Labrador Announces Virtual Job Fair 

Newfoundland and Labrador have announced the first virtual job fair of the year. The job fair will be held on January 23, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM NST. Interested candidates can register online and get a chance to connect with top recruiters and employers in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

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January 07, 2025

British Columbia updated the Skills Immigration Program Guide  

British Columbia released a new Skills Immigration program guide that will be used to assess BC PNP applications. The new guide came into effect starting January 7, 2025.

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January 07, 2025

IRCC holds the first Express Entry Draw of 2025 

IRCC conducted the first Express Entry Draw of 2025, and issued 471 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The Express Entry draw held on January 7, 2025 issued invitations to PNP candidates with a lowest ranking score 793.

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January 07, 2025

Top 10 In-demand jobs for Canada Express Entry Applicants in 2025. Apply now!

Express Entry applicants having professional work experience or skills in certain job roles have higher chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA). The top ten in-demand job roles for Express Entry applicants in 2025 are listed in the table below:

Job Role	NOC Code	Average Salary (per annum)
Software Developer/Engineer	NOC 21232	$95,000
Registered Nurse	NOC 31301	$78,000
Financial Analyst	NOC 11101	$82,000
Electrician	NOC 72410	$65,000
Mechanical Engineer	NOC 21301	$85,000
Data Analyst	NOC 21223	$80,000
Human Resources Manager	NOC 10011	$105,000
Marketing Specialist	NOC 11202	$70,000
Welder	NOC 72106	$60,000
Early Childhood Educator	NOC 42202	$50,000

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January 06, 2025

120,720 Indians received Canada PR in 2024

Indians topped the list of immigrant group receiving highest number of Canada PRs in 2024. More than 120,720 Indians obtained Canada PR in 2024, securing the leading position among top 10 countries to get permanent residence in Canada. India accounts for approximately 40% of the total PR intake in Canada in 2024.

The top 10 countries to obtain Canada PR in 2024 are listed in the table below:

Total Number of PRs issued in 2024
Top 10 Countries	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug		Sep	Oct	Nov	Total
India	16,360	11,175	10,385	13,550	13,365	10,580	11,445	10,045		7,795	7,915	8,105	1,20,720
Philippines	3,350	2,480	2,165	3,140	3,250	2,990	3,270	2,705		2,555	2,230	2,440	30,575
China	3,320	2,825	1,995	2,425	2,560	2,745	3,185	2,520		2,385	2,000	2,405	28,365
Cameroon	955	1,475	1,300	1,320	1,740	2,010	2,160	1,080		2,915	2,190	2,060	19,205
Nigeria	1,705	1,510	1,480	1,910	2,040	1,870	1,770	1,445		1,955	1,670	1,520	18,875
Eritrea	635	900	825	465	1,010	2,160	1,845	1,795		1,535	1,820	1,585	14,575
Afghanistan	1,830	1,745	1,455	775	1,250	950	900	660		725	670	665	11,625
Pakistan	895	945	800	925	945	1,120	1,110	840		1,090	1,155	1,095	10,920
Iran	1,300	1,020	1,250	1,020	1,280	965	975	760		715	600	720	10,605
France	830	705	545	940	1020	965	1,080	1,190		495	490	995	9,255

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December 31, 2024

Top 10 High-Paying Jobs in Canada for 2025. Apply now!

The job market in Canada is expected to have around 1 million jobs in 2025 offering annual salary packages of $100,000. The highest paying jobs in Canada in 2025 are listed in the table below:

Industry	Salary range per annum
Skilled Trades	$33,660 - $65,840
Business Administration	$43,200 - $104,800
Customer Care	$48,200 - $133,000
Finance and Accounting	$96,700 - $263,000
Healthcare	$78,300 - $160,000
Engineering and Design	$65,200 - $201,800
Technology	$90,000 - $190,000
Sales	$69,200 - $125,800
Marketing and Communications	$66,400 - $225,100
Education & Training	$65,000 - $180,000

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December 30, 2024

Ontario reaches PNP allocation limit for 2024

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has reached its cap count for Provincial Nomination Program 2024, as of December 23, 2024. The province issued a total of 21,500 nominations via various streams. New applications will be considered under its 2025 allocations.

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December 27, 2024

Latest MPNP draw invited 276 candidates

The Canadian province of Manitoba held the latest PNP draw on December 27, 2024, and issued 276 Letters of Advice to Apply (LOAs). The minimum CRS score requirement ranged between 632-857 points.

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December 24, 2024 

Removal of LMIA-based job offer points will be effective from spring of 2025

Following the announcement stating the removal of CRS points for job offers, the IRCC has announced that the policy will be effective from spring 2025 and will be a temporary measure. Currently, candidates applying for Express Entry can still get an additional 50 points if they have an LMIA-approved job offer.

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December 21, 2024

Extension of longer Open Work Permits (OWPs) for TR to PR pathway applicants

The temporary public policy allowing longer Open Work Permits for TR to PR pathway applicants has been extended to December 31, 2026. The extension is also applicable for eligible spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children of principal PR applicants.

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December 20, 2024 

Alberta PNP draws for December 2024 held so far

The Canadian province of Alberta invited 1043 candidates via seven PNP draws held in December 2024 till date. The minimum CRS score range for the draw was 43-65 points.

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December 20, 2024 

Application for working in Canada under International Experience Program is now open for 2025. Apply Now!

IRCC is now accepting applications for International Experience Canada 2025 from eligible countries. IEC candidates acquiring work experience in Canada can mention it as Canadian work experience while applying for Canada PR.

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December 19, 2024 

New Brunswick International Recruitment Event February 2025

Foreign workers are welcomed to take part in the upcoming New Brunswick International Recruitment Events. The table below provides the details of events to take place in February 2025:

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December 19, 2024 

Breaking News! IRCC announces the removal of LMIA-based job offer points from the Express Entry system

Express Entry candidates who have secured an LMIA-approved job offer I Canada will no longer be eligible for an additional 50 points under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score calculator. IRCC announced this change on December 17, 2024.

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December 18, 2024 

399 candidates invited via the latest Manitoba PNP draw

The Canadian province of Manitoba issued 399 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) via the latest PNP draw held on December 18, 2024. The lowest CRS score required for the draw was 630 points.

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December 18, 2024 

IRCC Releases the Eligibility Criteria for the New Rural Immigration Pathway. Check if you qualify!

IRCC announced the eligibility criteria for the New Rural Immigration Pathway. Applicants having relevant work experience, education, language proficiency, proof of funds, and long-term residence intention in designated communities will be eligible for the program.

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December 17, 2024 

Canada allows select work permit holders to continue studies without student visa

IRCC announced updates to their operational instructions allowing work permit holders to continue studying in Canada even without a student visa, provided they submitted their work permit applications or renewal applications before June 07, 2023.

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December 16, 2024 

Prince Edward Island issues 33 invitations via the latest PNP Draw

On December 16, 2024, Prince Edward Island held the latest PNP Draw and invited 33 candidates to apply for Canada PR. The CRS score of the lowest ranking candidate was 125 points.

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December 16, 2024 

IRCC invites 1085 PNP candidates via the latest Express Entry Draw

On December 16, 2024, IRCC issued 1085 Invitations to Apply to PNP candidates via the Express Entry draw. The minimum CRS score requirement for the draw was 727 points.

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