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Sudbury considered 24 applications under the RNIP

Sudbury considered 24 applications under the RNIP

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On February 23, 2023, the City of Greater Sudbury held a new round of invitations for the RNIP. In this round, Sudbury considered 25 candidates. The lowest score of these draws was 245 points, five points fewer than in the previous draw.    All applicants had one eligible occupation and a wage over $20 per hour. Last year, in total, 154 applicants were invited. Sudbury has recommended at least 249 individuals under the RNIP since the program’s launch. So far, the city considered 49 candidates in 2023.   Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP)  A community-driven program, the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP). By providing a route to permanent residence for qualified foreign workers who desire to work and live in one of the participating villages, the pilot is intended to bring the advantages of economic immigration to smaller areas.    You may also be qualified for a one-year work visa if you have submitted an application for permanent residence under the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot. While your application for permanent residency is being processed, you may work with a work permit.   What are participating communities in the RNIP?  The following communities are currently participating in the Rural & Northern Immigration Pilot: North Bay, Ontario Sudbury, Ontario Timmins, Ontario Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Thunder Bay, Ontario Brandon, Manitoba Altona/Rhineland, Manitoba Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan Claresholm, Alberta Vernon, British Columbia West Kootenay, British Columbia Want to know more details about “Sudbury considered 24 applications under the RNIP” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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The Yukon increased the number of allocations under the Yukon Nominee Program

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On March 16, 2023, the Government of Yukon announced that the territory increased the number of allocations under the Provincial Nominee Program (YNP) for 2023, allowing more foreign workers to immigrate to the Yukon.  By increasing the Yukon’s nominee allocations from 300 to 430 for 2023, the YNP assists employers in filling essential positions with foreign nationals who wish to become permanent residents of the territory.  For the second time since its launch in 2007, the Yukon Nominee Program reached its full capacity of 300 spaces by 2022 and aims to accept even more immigrants this year.   The Yukon government is committed to assisting employers throughout the territory with their labor demands. Economic immigration is a vital strategy for attracting workers and developing a workforce that supports investment and economic growth while meeting the demands of Yukon businesses.     Premier and Minister of Economic Development Ranj Pillai stated:  ‘The Yukon’s nominee allocation has increased in a welcome way as a result of productive conversations with our federal partners regarding the feedback we got from the business community.  With this increase, we will be able to support our business even more and encourage more prospective Canadians to settle down in the Yukon.”   Yukon Nominee Program  Applications for nomination candidates from within and outside of Canada are considered by the Yukon Nomination Program. You have to meet the requirements of your application stream in addition to having a full-time, year-round job offer from an eligible Yukon employer in order to be eligible for the Yukon Nominee Program. The Yukon Nominee Program has the following streams: Critical Impact Worker; Skilled Worker; Express Entry; and Yukon Community Program (includes a Critical Impact Worker and Skilled Worker stream). Want to know more details about “The Yukon increased the number of allocations under the Yukon Nominee Program” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Ottawa published ministerial instructions amendments after the NOC 2021 introduction

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On March 16, 2023, the Government of Canada published ministerial instructions amendments after the NOC 2021 change. On September 23, 2022, the government expanded the geographic boundaries for participating communities to allow more employers to participate in the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) Program, increased the application deadline to August 2024, expanded the job offer range available to candidates with specific work experience, and decreased the number of settlement funds applicants were required to have.  The recent Ministerial Instructions will not affect applications received by a community before September 23, 2022.   The Ministerial Instructions were amended on September 23, 2022, to:  Expand the geographic boundaries of seven of the eleven participating communities to make room for the participation of more businesses. North Bay (Ontario), Sudbury (Ontario), Timmins (Ontario), Thunder Bay (Ontario), Moose Jaw (Saskatchewan), West Kootenay (British Columbia), and Vernon (British Columbia) are the communities expanding their boundaries. Make sure that all applications for permanent residence are received by August 2024, increasing the time communities can participate from the original 3 years to February 2024. (when the pilot comes to an end) by increasing the number of job offers available to candidates with specific job experience, it becomes easier to fulfill the needs of the healthcare and trade sectors in the labor market. provide clarification that job offers are not eligible from a business where more than 50% is owned (or controlled directly or indirectly) by the foreign national or their spouse / common-law partner reduce the amount of settlement funds participants must possess for rural areas outside of census metropolitan areas or census agglomerations from 50% to 12.5% of the Low-Income Cut-Offs (LICO). strengthen program integrity   Applications submitted by the community before September 23, 2022 (the “locked-in date”) are exempted from the Ministerial Instructions amendments.   National Occupation Classification (NOC) 2021 On November 16, 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the National Occupation Classification (NOC) 2021. The NOC 2021 has been updated by introducing TEER levels. TEER 0 is the highest level and TEER 5 is the lowest.  What has changed? The current four-digit codification system has been replaced with a brand-new five-digit system.  There is now a five-tiered hierarchy for occupational categories that includes broad occupational categories, major groups, sub-major groups, minority groups, and unit groups at each tier of disaggregation. The current four-category NOC “Skill level” has been replaced with a  new six-category system representing the level of Training, Education, Experience, and Responsibilities (TEER) required for entry into an occupation.   Affected programs by the NOC 2021 The following 11 programs’ eligibility criteria are impacted by NOC 2021: Express Entry: Canadian Experience Class (CEC), Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Caregivers Programs Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Agri-Food Pilot Out-of-Status Construction Workers Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) International Mobility Program (IMP)   Want to know more details about “Ottawa published ministerial instructions amendments after the NOC 2021 introduction” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Canada expands employment opportunities for racialized newcomer women pilot

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Canada expands employment opportunities for racialized newcomer women pilot on March 15, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced support and services to help racialized newcomer women find jobs in Canada. The Government of Canada has allocated $1.1 million to the YWCA of Metro Vancouver to support the Tech Connect program for newcomer women under the Racialized Newcomer Women Pilot.  The Racialized Newcomer Women Pilot was formed with work placements, mentorship opportunities, and gender-specific employment counseling services to support the career progression and workplace access of racialized newcomer women. By allocating funding to projects such as Tech Connect, Canada’s government reveals its dedication to boosting a successful transition for racialized female immigrants.   Internationally trained professionals with IT backgrounds who are racialized newcomer women in the Greater Vancouver Area are helped by Tech Connect in their preparations. It allows them access to professional networks and training that will help them to understand the unique workplace culture in Canada’s IT industry and find jobs more quickly and easily that match their qualifications, training, and experience.  Through work placements, mentorship, and women-only employment counseling, the Racialized Newcomer Women Pilot was created to enhance racialized newcomer women’s access to the labor market and advancement. Providing funding to programs like Tech Connect proves that the Canadian government is still dedicated to helping racialized newcomer women advance in their careers and find meaningful work in Canada.   The Racialized Newcomer Women Pilot provided funding for a number of settlement programs, including the YWCA of Metro Vancouver. The Canadian government is expected to announce funding for numerous organizations across the country in the upcoming months.   Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship stated:  “Getting into the workforce creates big challenges for racialized newcomer women. We are working to eliminate these challenges so that all immigrants can find employment that is a good fit for their skills and experience. Programs like Tech Connect are making an important contribution to the combat of racial and gender discrimination by giving opportunities for women to achieve great things. I’m honored that the Canadian government can cooperate with us on this initiative.   Erin Seeley, Chief Executive Officer, of YWCA Metro Vancouver stated: We are delighted that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has extended the YWCA Tech Connect employment program for an additional two years. With the help of this grant, our program will be able to help more recent immigrants seeking work in the tech industry. We appreciate the Canadian government’s recognition of this innovative and impactful program.   Racialized Newcomer Women Pilot  Through work placements, mentorship, and women-only employment counseling, the Racialized Newcomer Women Pilot was developed to improve racialized newcomer women’s access to the labor market and advancement. The Pilot provides support to organizations that implement programs that seek to eliminate barriers that racialized newcomer women face, such as discrimination on the basis of race and gender, insecure employment, and a lack of affordable childcare.   Want to know more details about “Canada expands employment opportunities for racialized newcomer women” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Processing times in Canadian passport offices have returned to pre-pandemic levels

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Processing times in Canadian passport offices have returned to pre-pandemic levels. Minister of Families, Children, and Social Development Karina Gould has proudly announced that the backlog with passport processing has been nearly cleared, as 98 percent of the application backlog has been processed.    Subsequently, turnaround times in all passport offices are back to their normal pre-pandemic levels. According to a press release from Gould’s office, Service Canada has already issued more than two million passports since April 2022 – with an estimated additional one and a half million expected to be released by the end of this fiscal year.   Less than a week after the first statement, Passport Canada announced that it had finally achieved pre-pandemic processing times — a regular 20 business days for those who applied by mail or Service Canada locations, and 10 business days for those who applied in person.   Canadian passport application backlog  As the COVID-19 travel restrictions for Canada were relaxed, there was an increase in travel and a surge in demand for new passports. As a result, massive queues at Service Canada offices this summer as people tried to beat the rush to apply for, renew, or pick up the essential piece of travel documents led some to cancel plans and suffer travel hassles. Because of the delays, the federal government’s ability to provide services to Canadians had been questioned. According to the current process, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development Karina Gould stated on Tuesday, those who applied for passports after October 3, 2022, faced pre-pandemic processing times, while additional staff continues to work on the smaller number of unfinished “complex” applications from the months prior to actually due to issues with eligibility, security, or child custody.   Applicants can now request their application to be expedited without having to provide proof of imminent travel. For individuals who applied before October 3, the wait time to receive their passports still varies.   Once again regretting the “difficult situation,” Minister of Families, Children, and Social Development Karina Gould thanked Canadians for their “admirable patience” and assured them that they should be able to obtain their passports on time if everything is correct with their application.   For the near future, according to Gould, ESDC will keep hiring the extra staff it recruited to manage the surge in applications because she predicts that the number of applicants will remain high and that the government will keep processing more than 3.5 million passports this year. For example, in July, the first passports with 10-year expiration dates will need to be renewed.   To find out more details about “Processing times in Canadian passport offices have returned to pre-pandemic levels” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Canada processes nearly half of the immigration applications within the service standards

Canada processes nearly half of the immigration applications within the service standards

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Canada processes nearly half of the immigration applications within the service standards on February 21, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the data on immigration inventories and backlogs. According to the last update, there were 1,944,500 applications for permanent residence, temporary residence permits, and citizenship approvals in all IRCC inventories. According to the update, 49.8% of applications in the inventory exceeded service standards.    IRCC is dedicated to processing 80% of applications within their service standard, though some complex cases may require a comprehensive assessment. Currently, 47% of temporary residence requests – including ones for visiting, studying, or working abroad and 44% of permanent residency applications are in the backlog. Additionally, 27% of citizenship applications are also exceeding service standards.   IRCC immigration applications at a glance  It’s crucial to keep track of the applicants for programs in order to accomplish annual immigration targets and reach IRCC’s objectives. Any applications submitted for a program that has not yet been accepted are listed in an inventory. This includes both those that are processed in accordance with service standards and a backlog of applications that have been in inventories for an extended period of time. IRCC is continuously managing more than 1 million applications from our inventories. In all business areas, IRCC finalized more than 5.2 million decisions in 2022.   Visa Application Backlog Reducing  To clear the backlog of applications in inventories, IRCC is taking action. 80% of applications should be processed within service standards, according to IRCC. This compensates for expected delays in some really complicated situations or when IRCC needs more data from its clients before they can complete their applications.   Want to know more details about “Canada processes nearly half of the immigration applications within the service standards” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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2022-2026 tourism strategy

N&L announced the 2022-2026 tourism strategy

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Newfoundland and Labrador announced the 2022-2026 tourism strategy on December 7, 2022, Newfoundland and Labrador released the 2022-2026 tourism strategy and Vision to transform the province’s tourism landscape. In the next five years, the strategy will take a three-phased approach.    First, the 2022-2023 transition phase will ensure a steady foundation for tourism so the province can rebuild and welcome more visitors than ever before. The 2024-2026 transformation phase is a reliable and sustainable annual strategy for boosting tourism through visitation, spending, and employment growth.    Finally, in the Thrive 2026 and Beyond phase, the strategy will focus on economics and supporting tourism development that benefits people and places equally. In this phase, the province will constantly monitor and adapt to changes in the ever-changing tourism industry.   This five-year plan, also known as ” Vision 2026,” will ultimately change the tourism industry in the province. It is the result of the efforts of the Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism Board, whose members are from both private businesses and the provincial government. The board also held many partner discussions across the province.   With the support of Vision 2026, both private and government stakeholders will work to increase the province’s tourism industry’s economic contribution as well as its intercultural diversity and environmental health.   Work on the phase has already begun, with the following activities underway for the years 2022-2023: investing in the growth of air access capacity. developing a fresh strategy for tourist research and improving visitor surveys. Completing an analysis of the province’s marketing strategy and improved marketing investments for two years. By means of the recently unveiled Tourism Experience Enhancement Fund, extraordinary experiences are being created. investing in projects to extend the season to encourage tourism outside of the peak summer months. establishing Celebrate NL to carry out a plan for event attraction. developing the leadership structure and concluding the evaluation of the private-public leadership strategy. investing wisely in signs at ports of entry and along designated routes across the province.   Honorable Steve Crocker Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation states “We are proud to announce the official launch of Newfoundland and Labrador’s tourism vision and strategy for the years 2022–2026. It is the result of countless hours spent working together with the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, and Recreation and our numerous partners and stakeholders in the travel and hospitality industries. We appreciate the ideas, interest, cooperation, and support of all parties. Our ability to collaborate effectively is one of our key advantages as a destination for business travelers. We have demonstrated that we can accomplish great things if we cooperate to further our common objectives. We have so much appealing vision as a tourist destination, and I have nothing but hope for the future.”   Brenda O’Reilly Chair, Hospitality Newfoundland & Labrador states about the 2022-2026 tourism strategy “Today’s launch of Vision 2026 brings in a new phase for the travel and tourism sector in Newfoundland and Labrador. The COVID-19 epidemic has created both opportunities and problems for our sector, which are discussed in The Vision. In order to make Newfoundland and Labrador a popular travel destination, we are eager to collaborate as an industry. In order for tourism to transition, transform, and grow, public/private partners—including government agencies, business associations, and, of course, travel and tourism operators—worked together to produce Vision 2026. Working toward this shared vision will guarantee that the tourism sector continues to make a significant economic contribution to our province.”   Roger Jamieson Interim Chair, Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism Board statement about the new Tourism Vision “Several years of in-depth study, discussion, and collaboration, spearheaded by the Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism Board, have resulted in the release of Vision 2026. The Board wants to build on the successes of Vision 2020 and is very proud of its accomplishments. We are confident that everyone involved in the tourism industry, from business owners and employees to partners and stakeholders, will recognize themselves in Vision 2026 and feel renewed passion and hope for this province. We appreciate all of our partners and collaborators for their dedication and hard work in developing this new Vision.”   To find out more details about “Newfoundland and Labrador announced the 2022-2026 tourism strategy” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here   All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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NOC 2021

IRCC will implement the new TEER system NOC 2021 this week

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IRCC will implement the new TEER system NOC 2021 this week On November 16, 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will update the National Occupation Classification (NOC) 2021, to include the Training, Education, Experience, and Responsibilities (TEER) system. The NOC is revised every ten years to keep up with the changing Canadian labor market. This newest revision provides a new framework for classifying occupations by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and Statistics Canada. The only impact this change will have, is administrative, as there will be no changes to advertising or delivery of the immigration programs.   Some of the major changes coming with NOC 2021 are: NOC 2021 is a new categorization that reflects the knowledge and skills gained by employees through their on-the-job experience. As such, this new classification follows the difference between formal education and what people have learned through life’s real-world experiences. The NOC 2021 has been updated as compared to NOC 2016, introducing TEER levels. TEER 0 is the highest level and TEER 5 is the lowest.    TEER 0:  This category includes occupations related to the legislature and staff leadership roles, as well as senior-level occupations with significant responsibility for directing, resource allocation, and management. TEER 1:  Traditionally, this category would require a college/university degree or some prior experience in the subject matter. Some relevant work experience is listed under TEER 2. TEER 2:  The following occupations demand at least two to three years of post-secondary education or two years of apprenticeship training. However, some positions do not require formal education, such as plumbers, engineers, and carpenters. TEER3:  This category includes occupations requiring less than two years of post-secondary education, on-the-job training, training courses or work experience for more than six months. TEER4:  If a job requires a high school degree or if there is no formal education requirement, it falls under TEER 4. Applicants who have several years of experience in this category may qualify for TEER 3.   TEER5: This category is for people who don’t need any formal education to enter.     Programs that are affected by NOC 2021 Express Entry programs: CEC, FSWP, and FSTP. Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Caregivers Programs. The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot. Temporary Foreign Worker Program. International Mobility Program (IMP).   How will NOC 2021 affect Express Entry candidates? Changes to the NOC system will impact any newcomer who is waiting for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada. The NOC system is primarily structural, and most incoming immigration applicants will not be adversely affected. However, officials said that some Express Entry applicants may still be impacted. If you’re going to create an Express Entry profile, you’ll need to list the NOC codes of your previous jobs. The classification of occupations will change with the switch to NOC 2021, so you’ll need to provide your updated NOC 2021 codes on your profile. If you already have an active Express Entry profile but haven’t applied for immigration yet, don’t forget to update it as well with the new NOC codes for your prior jobs.   Previously, only individuals with a skill level of B or above were eligible for Express Entry. However, due to the new NOC 2021 classification system, TEER 3 will be enough for eligibility. This change will result in 16 new occupations becoming eligible and three becoming ineligible.   To find out more details about “IRCC will implement the new TEER system this week”  you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Last year, the number of family members reunited with their loved ones in Canada through the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) skyrocketed - more than doubling its previous record set before the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the newest records from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), an impressive 27,195 new permanent residents arrived in Canada through the PGP last year or 11,740 more than in 2021, a 131.6% rise. The PGP, which relies upon Canadian relatives sponsoring the parents and grandparents of immigrants, has been gradually rebuilding its numbers following the massive reduction in immigration due to public health protocols and travel restrictions. The number of new arrivals under the PGP similarly dropped as overall immigration did, from 341,175 new permanent residents in 2019, the full year before the pandemic, to only 184,595 newcomers in 2020. In comparison to 2019, when the PGP welcomed 22,010 new permanent residents, the program only saw 10,455, or a 52.5% decrease, in the first year of the pandemic. The following year, with a then-record-breaking 406,040 new permanent residents, overall immigration roared back to life. However, despite that year's significant increase in immigration, the number of new arrivals under the PGP only increased by a modest 12.3% to 11,740 new permanent residents in 2021. The number of immigrants entering Canada through the PGP at this time is approximately two times higher than it was in 2015, when 15,490 parents and grandparents may be sponsored to immigrate. There's little chance that the PGP numbers will be even higher this year given Ottawa's significantly higher immigration targets for the upcoming years. Canada plans to welcome 1.45 million immigrants within three years  Ottawa's immigration levels plan for the years 2023–2025 sets a target of 465,000 new permanent residents for 2023. 2024 will see 485,000 new permanent residents enter, following 500,000 more in 2025. Overall, 1.45 million immigrants will arrive in Canada during the next three years. The PGP requires applicants to pay $1,050 to sponsor a parent or grandparent, and the process can take up to 39 months. The sponsors must provide biometrics after submitting their applications. The time it took to submit these biometrics is included in the processing time. After submitting an interest in sponsoring these relatives, a Canadian citizen or permanent resident will receive an invitation to apply (ITA) and will then need to send two applications to the PGP: the sponsorship application, and; the permanent residence application If those applications are accepted, the sponsor enters into an agreement that begins the day the sponsor becomes a Canadian permanent resident. Eligibility requirements to sponsor the parents and grandparents  you can sponsor your own parents and relatives If: You are invited to apply. You are at least 18 years old. You're a Canadian Permanent resident. You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has a Canadian Indian Act registered. You have sufficient money to support the people you want to support. You meet all additional requirements specified in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and its regulations. Want to know more details about “Canada accepted twice more the parents and grandparents in 2022” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates. Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs. For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Last year, the number of family members reunited with their loved ones in Canada through the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) skyrocketed – more than doubling its previous record set before the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the newest records from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), an impressive 27,195 new permanent residents arrived in Canada through the PGP last year or 11,740 more than in 2021, a 131.6% rise. The PGP, which relies upon Canadian relatives sponsoring the parents and grandparents of immigrants, has been gradually rebuilding its numbers following the massive reduction in immigration due to public health protocols and travel restrictions. The number of new arrivals under the PGP similarly dropped as overall immigration did, from 341,175 new permanent residents in 2019, the full year before the pandemic, to only 184,595 newcomers in 2020. In comparison to 2019, when the PGP welcomed 22,010 new permanent residents, the program only saw 10,455, or a 52.5% decrease, in the first year of the pandemic. The following year, with a then-record-breaking 406,040 new permanent residents, overall immigration roared back to life. However, despite that year’s significant increase in immigration, the number of new arrivals under the PGP only increased by a modest 12.3% to 11,740 new permanent residents in 2021. The number of immigrants entering Canada through the PGP at this time is approximately two times higher than it was in 2015, when 15,490 parents and grandparents may be sponsored to immigrate. There’s little chance that the PGP numbers will be even higher this year given Ottawa’s significantly higher immigration targets for the upcoming years.   Canada plans to welcome 1.45 million immigrants within three years  Ottawa’s immigration levels plan for the years 2023–2025 sets a target of 465,000 new permanent residents for 2023. 2024 will see 485,000 new permanent residents enter, following 500,000 more in 2025. Overall, 1.45 million immigrants will arrive in Canada during the next three years. The PGP requires applicants to pay $1,050 to sponsor a parent or grandparent, and the process can take up to 39 months. The sponsors must provide biometrics after submitting their applications. The time it took to submit these biometrics is included in the processing time. After submitting an interest in sponsoring these relatives, a Canadian citizen or permanent resident will receive an invitation to apply (ITA) and will then need to send two applications to the PGP: the sponsorship application, and; the permanent residence application If those applications are accepted, the sponsor enters into an agreement that begins the day the sponsor becomes a Canadian permanent resident.   Eligibility requirements to sponsor the parents and grandparents  you can sponsor your own parents and relatives If: You are invited to apply. You are at least 18 years old. You’re a Canadian Permanent resident. You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has a Canadian Indian Act registered. You have sufficient money to support the people you want to support. You meet all additional requirements specified in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and its regulations.   Want to know more details about “Canada accepted twice more parents and grandparents in 2022” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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Canada introduced new instructions for International Mobility Program

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Canada introduced new instructions for International Mobility Program on January 30, 2023, the Government of Canada introduced a new program delivery update for the International Mobility Program (IMP). The government reformatted instructions regarding the labor market impact assessment (LMIA) exemptions under work designated as per paragraph R205(c)(ii) – administrative codes C41, C42, C43, C44, and C45.    In addition, the government included dependent children of primary applicants as family members in addition to spouses and common-law partners. Furthermore, new administrative codes have been added for dependent children of high-skilled workers, family members of low-skilled workers and economic PR applicants, and academic award recipients.   Program delivery update: Public policy, competitiveness or economy IMP The following changes are important as well: The NOC 2021 language has been updated on the pages. Now, dependent children along with spouses and common-law partners are included. For dependent children of skilled workers, family members of low-skilled workers, applicants for economic PR, and recipients of academic awards, new administrative codes have been added. In accordance with subparagraph 205(c)(ii) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, the Minister has designed the following categories that are necessary for public policy considerations relating to the competitiveness of Canada’s academic institutions or economy (IRPR). Family members of foreign nationals with TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 authorization to work in high-skilled occupations [C41 and C46]. Family members of foreign nationals with TEER 4 or TEER 5 work in low-skilled occupations [C47 and C48]. Family members of people with work permits who are  Economic Class permanent residents or who were nominated or selected by a province [C49]. Common-law partners and spouses of study permits holders – [C42]. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) awarded to postdoctoral fellows [C44]. Academic Award recipients for research work – [C52] Medical research fellows and foreign medical (or dental) residents – [C45]   What is the International Mobility Program?  Employers can hire temporary workers under the International Mobility Program (IMP) first without completing a labor market impact assessment (LMIA). In most cases, employers will have to submit an offer of employment through the Employer Portal.   What is labor market impact assessment (LMIA)? Before hiring a foreign worker, a Canadian employer may be required to get a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).  A positive LMIA will show that a foreign worker is needed to fill the position. Additionally, it will demonstrate that no Canadian citizen or permanent resident is suitable for the position. A confirmation letter is another name for a positive LMIA.   Want to know more details about “New Brunswick increased the wages in Atlantic Canada” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

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