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Positive Feedback from Coach and Advisor Network
A heart-touching message from a recent engagement at the Coach and Advisor Network (CAN). Learn more about CAN here: https://lso.ca/lawyers/practice-supports-and-resources/coach-and-advisor-network
Express Entry Rounds of Invitations
"For no program-specific draw, the scores seem to be between 495 and 515 points – that’s disappointing for many candidates waiting in the pool" Ministerial Instructions respecting invitations to apply for permanent residence under the Express Entry system #262– August...
Express Entry rounds of invitations: Category-based selection
In category-based rounds of invitations, we invite candidates in the Express Entry pool who are eligible for a specific category established by the Minister to meet an identified economic goal. We invite candidates to apply for permanent residence based on criteria...
Canada launches pathway to reunite families and support Ukrainians
As Russia’s ongoing, brutal invasion of Ukraine persists, Canada continues to adapt its response to help those fleeing violence. Since its launch in March 2022, the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) has provided temporary safe haven to over...
French is the way to win! 435 points with over 2,000 invitations!
We rank candidates in the pool using a points-based system called the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). When we hold Express Entry rounds of invitations, we: choose the type of round we’ll hold decide the number of candidates we need to invite identify the...
Introducing category-based rounds of invitations
IRCC has started with their categorical draw, starting on June 28, 2023, starting with Health Care workers – only 500 invitations with 476 points. Then, IRCC did a general draw on July 4, 2023 – again, only 700 invitations with 511 scores (it is higher scores because...
Express Entry Rounds of Invitations
We rank candidates in the pool using a points-based system called the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). When we hold Express Entry rounds of invitations, we choose the type of round we’ll hold decide the number of candidates we need to invite identify the...
Temporary public policy to allow foreign nationals with valid work permits to study without a study permit
Temporary foreign workers are a valuable part of Canada’s economy who continue to contribute to Canada’s economic recovery post-COVID pandemic. The Department wants to support these individuals by providing opportunities and more flexibility to study in order to...
Why Jennifer chooses to give all year long.
Jennifer, monthly donor and Jared's mom "I felt overwhelmed as a new mom, but KidsAbility therapists helped Jared thrive while navigating me through the complexities of parenting a child with autism. My son's success is proof that with proper support, kids and...
Immigration: A way forward, Part 2 with the Ontario Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills
"Great news for OINP quote going up to 18,500 as of 2025!" Ontario Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, Monte McNaughton Location: The Timber Barn in St Jacobs, ON. Sponsor: Greater KW Chamber of Commerce ...
Express Entry rounds of invitations – 486 points for all categories!
We rank candidates in the pool using a points-based system called the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). When we hold Express Entry rounds of invitations, we choose the type of round we’ll hold decide the number of candidates we need to invite identify the...
Eligible travellers from 13 more countries now qualify for visa-free travel to Canada
Canada is a destination of choice for people looking to visit, do business or reunite with family and friends. That’s why we are committed to improving our immigration programs and services by making them more efficient and equitable for people around the world. The...