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  On September 18, 2023, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Marc Miller, announced the first category-based draw in the Express Entry system for newcomers with work experience in transport occupations.  This initiative focuses on attracting skilled workers in the transport sector, including truck drivers, pilots, and aircraft assembly workers. The goal is to address labour shortages and support economic goals by inviting candidates with specific work experience or French language ability to apply for permanent residence.  Canada's Express Entry system provides a streamlined pathway for skilled individuals in critical fields. By prioritizing the invitation of skilled newcomers in transport occupations, Canada aims to meet the demand for talent and fill key positions that contribute to economic growth. Jobs For Transport Occupations Category For candidates with transport job experience, the following occupations are eligible for the Express Entry dra

  Canada may reconsider immigration targets Canada’s Housing Minister and former Immigration Minister, Sean Fraser, hinted that the federal government may consider changes to the country’s high immigration levels. Fraser emphasized the need to align immigration policies with the absorptive capacity of communities, including housing, healthcare, and infrastructure.  He also suggested that the government should collaborate with other levels of government and institutions to consider immigration targets carefully. Fraser specifically mentioned the need to review the temporary immigration programs to ensure that they operate sustainably and not in an "uncapped way" based solely on demand. However, before making any changes, Fraser stated that the federal government would need to consult with other levels of government, as deciding which institutions accept international students is a matter for provincial governments, as well as institutions that have "a duty to play a part

  ESDC updated processing times for LMIA applications On September 12, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under various streams. Based on statistics from all processing centers, the current average LMIA processing times have increased for the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program, In-home caregivers, and High-wage Stream.  Updated processing times for LMIA applications are: Global Talent Stream - 9 business days (-1 day) Agricultural stream - 12 business days (-4 days) Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program - 9 business days (+3 days) Permanent residence Stream - 63 business days (+3 days) In-home caregivers - 30 business days (+6 days) High-wage Stream - 40 business days (+3 days) Low-wage Stream - 44 business days If you’re an employer and looking to get an LMIA or hire a foreign skilled worker for your business get an assessment with Gunness & Associates What is a Labour Mark

  Saskatchewan invited 23 candidates under the SINP Entrepreneur Program On September 7, 2023, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) conducted the fifth invitation round in the SINP Entrepreneur Program 2023 and invited 23 entrepreneurs.  This round's highest Expression of Interest (EOI) score was 140 points. The average score was 115 points. The lowest score was 105.  The province will conduct the following EOI pool selections on November 2, 2023.  According to the new update, candidates cannot change their business plans after applying to the program. They also cannot change their Business Performance Agreement after the SINP approval. In 2023, Saskatchewan invited 5,398 candidates under all streams, including 196 entrepreneurs. What is the SINP Entrepreneur Program?  The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) administers the SINP Entrepreneur Program. The experienced business owners or senior business managers who seek to live in Saskatchewan are targeted by t