Blog - CIC News Update

May 12, 2025
CIC News Update
British Columbia, Trending

British Columbia’s 2025 Skilled Immigration Draw Signals a Year of Precision, Not Volume

British Columbia has initiated its first skilled immigration draw of 2025 under its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), prioritizing quality over quantity as it navigates a dramatically reduced nomination...

May 10, 2025
CIC News Update
Canada, Manitoba, Trending

A New Opportunity for Skilled Workers in Rural Manitoba

Steinbach Unveils Key Sectors and Occupations for New Rural Immigration Pathway Steinbach, the third-largest city in Manitoba, has officially launched its participation in the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP)—a...

May 8, 2025
CIC News Update
PNP

Canada’s Provinces Open Doors to International Graduates for Permanent Residency in 2025

Eight provinces currently offer targeted immigration streams for international student graduates Canada continues to provide numerous immigration opportunities for international graduates looking to transition to permanent residency (PR). Through...

May 7, 2025
CIC News Update
Work

IRCC Streamlines Work Permit Delivery for IEC Participants Already in Canada

New policy spares eligible IEC applicants from mandatory international travel In a significant policy shift, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a more convenient work permit delivery...

May 7, 2025
CIC News Update
Work

Claresholm Unveils Strategic Occupation List for Rural Community Immigration Pilot

In a significant move to bolster local economic development and attract skilled talent, Claresholm has officially disclosed its priority sectors and occupations under the newly introduced Rural Community Immigration...

May 6, 2025
CIC News Update
British Columbia, Trending

British Columbia Prioritizes Healthcare Workers in 2025 Immigration Overhaul

In response to a sharp cut in federal immigration allocations, British Columbia has radically reshaped its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) for 2025. With only 1,100 new applications set...

May 5, 2025
CIC News Update
Manitoba, PNP

New Pathways Open as Manitoba Targets Global Talent in Latest Immigration Round

As Canada ramps up efforts to attract highly skilled workers from across the globe, Manitoba has once again positioned itself as a frontrunner among provinces in facilitating regional immigration....

May 3, 2025
CIC News Update
Canada, Express Entry

Canada Kicks Off First 2025 Healthcare Express Entry Draw

Canada has officially launched its first healthcare and social services-specific Express Entry draw of the year, sending a strong message about its priorities in skilled immigration for 2025. In...

May 2, 2025
CIC News Update
Canada, Express Entry

Canada Opens Express Entry Doors for Teachers in First-Ever Targeted Draw

New Immigration Pathway Prioritizes Education Sector Amid Labour Shortages In a landmark development for Canadian immigration, the federal government has launched a new category within its Express Entry system,...

April 29, 2025
CIC News Update
Canada, Express Entry

Canada Prioritizes Provincial Nominee in Latest Express Entry Draw

Canada continues its strong immigration momentum with a new round of invitations through the Express Entry system. In the latest draw held on April 28, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and...

Minimum CRS Points	Number Of Invitations	Draw
784	125	Provincial Nominee Program #350
504	500	Healthcare and social services occupations #349
726	277	PNP #348
All Express Entry Draw Results ➜

CRS	Province	Invitations
621	Manitoba	27
Check Out the Full List of PNP Draws ➜