Entries by Ali

Budgeting Basics for Newcomers: Creating Routines Around Bills

​Starting a new life in Canada often means taking on many responsibilities. One of the most practical habits is learning how to manage and pay your bills in a new country. Developing habits and routines to handle this in a timely fashion can help you feel more at ease with your finances. For newcomers, establishing […]

How to move to Canada as a tech worker

​If you work in the technology sector, you may have an advantage in seeking to live and work in Canada. In recent years, Canada has introduced work permit streams and permanent residence (PR) pathways to attract skilled workers in tech. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration With the US planning a new $100,000 […]

Canadian Experience Class candidates invited in first Express Entry draw of October

​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 1,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 534; and Created an […]

Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, unveils rural pathway to permanent residence

​The city of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, has revealed its list of priority sectors and occupations for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). The community is the final of 14 across Canada to roll out the program. Assess your eligibility for the RCIP The RCIP is an employer-driven pathway to permanent residence. To be eligible, a […]

Canada closes pathway to permanent residence for caregivers outside Canada

​The “applicants not working in Canada” stream of Canada’s Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP) is now closed, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC’s) official website. At the inception of the HCWP, both the Home Support and Child Care options for these pilots were to feature an intake for applicants not currently in […]

How Pre-Arrival Services Empower Immigrants to Succeed in Canada Before They Arrive

​This article shares the impactful story of the Planning for Canada (PfC) pre-arrival Program. Since 2007, Planning for Canada has supported more than 65,000 immigrants from 111 countries, helping them build confidence, make informed decisions, and arrive better prepared to thrive. Every year, thousands of newcomers begin their journey to Canada filled with hopes, dreams, […]

Express Entry: IRCC issues invitations to PNP candidates

​Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 291 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 855; and Created an […]

Canada to target tech talent impacted by H-1B fee hike, says Carney

​Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated Canada is looking to introduce measures to attract talent impacted by the United States’ H-1B fee hike. Carney made the comments while addressing reporters in the United Kingdom on September 27, after participating in the 2025 Global Progress Action Summit. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen […]

Prince Edward Island issues invitations for provincial immigration

​The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) held one draw, issuing invitations to foreign nationals on September 19. This marks the province’s ninth draw of the year, in keeping with its pace of roughly one draw per month in 2025. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams PEI’s latest draw issued 129 invitations […]