The Western Australia Designated Area Migration Agreement (WA DAMA) Program

The Western Australia Designated Area Migration Agreement (WA DAMA) launched on July 1, 2024, is a state-specific migration initiative designed to address labor shortages in Western Australia by allowing employers to sponsor skilled and semi-skilled overseas workers. Here are the key details:  Overview of WA DAMA  Launch Date: July 1, 2024  Objective: Address critical workforce […]

Vancouver and Calgary Shine in Global Livability Index as Toronto Slips from Top 10

The Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Livability Index is an annual survey that assesses living conditions in cities around the world. The 2024 edition highlights two Canadian cities, Calgary and Vancouver, as among the most livable, while Toronto has dropped out of the top 10.  The table below has the full rankings for this year’s top […]

Latest Ontario Express Entry Draw Invites 1,277 PR Invitations

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held a draw on July 11, 2024, issuing a total of 1,277 invitations to apply for permanent residency. This draw targeted specific occupations and streams within the program, focusing on early childhood educators and assistants. Candidates only received a notification if they had a comprehensive ranking system (CRS) score […]

British Columbia PNP Invites 71 Skilled Candidates in July’s Second Draw

  British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)  The BC PNP is a pathway for high-demand foreign workers and experienced entrepreneurs to gain permanent residence in British Columbia. The program is designed to attract skilled workers who can contribute to the province’s economic development.  July 2024 Second Draw Details  Date of Draw: Second draw of […]

Quebec Invites 1,528 Skilled Workers in Latest RSWP Draw

On June 27, 2024, Quebec held a draw for its Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP) and issued 1,528 invitations to apply for permanent selection. This program is designed for skilled workers who want to live and work in Quebec, whether they are currently in Quebec or abroad. Here are the details and process for the […]

Ontario PNP Issues 1,666 Invitations in Latest Draw: A Pathway to Permanent Residency for Skilled Workers and Graduates

On July 9, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 1,666 invitations to apply for permanent residence. This draw included candidates from various streams, demonstrating Ontario’s continued efforts to attract skilled workers and international talent to the province.  Details of the Draw  Number of Invitations:  A total of 1,666 invitations were issued during this […]

Latest Express Entry Draw: Canada Invites 3,200 French-Speaking Immigrants with a 420 CRS Cutoff

On July 8, 2024, the latest Express Entry draw in Canada was a category-based draw focused on French language proficiency. This was the 302nd draw and it issued 3,200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this draw was 420 points. A tie-break rule was applied for candidates with […]

WHO WORKS THE MOST?

  In the EU, in 2023, people aged 20-64 years in employment worked 36.1 hours on average per week. This number refers to the hours people actually worked in their main job in the reference week. The average actual working hours per week differ between EU countries (see Map 1). Those with the longest working […]

Latest BC PNP Draw Sent 77 Invites For PR

On July 3, 2024, British Columbia issued 77 invitations through the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Tech draw. This draw focused on attracting skilled workers and international graduates in the technology sector, which is a critical area for the province’s economic growth and innovation.     Streams and Requirements     The 77 invitations were distributed […]

Canada Express Entry Draw: July 2, 2024 – 920 ITAs Issued

The latest Express Entry draw for Canada took place on July 2, 2024. This draw issued 920 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this draw was 739. This score includes the additional 600 points awarded for having a provincial […]