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  Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has conducted its third Express Entry draw of the week. This was also the seventh invitation round conducted by the department this month. The latest Express Entry draw held on July 18, 2024, issued invitations to 1,800 candidates under the French Language Proficiency category. Invited candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking […]

  The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has conducted a new draw under its Expression of Interest (EOI) system. This was the second Manitoba PNP draw conducted in July. The previous invitation round was held on July 04, 2024.  Manitoba conducts regular draws under its EOI system to select and invite candidates in the EOI […]

On July 18, 2024, Ontario held a significant draw under the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream, issuing 1,533 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination. This stream is specifically designed for foreign workers who have a valid job offer in a skilled occupation in Ontario and are looking to live and work permanently in […]

Average Monthly Net Salary by country refers to the average amount of money an employee receives after taxes and other deductions are subtracted from their gross salary, within a specific country. The average monthly net salary is influenced by various factors such as economic growth, taxes, cost of living, and government policies. It is an […]

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 […]

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 […]

  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 […]

  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 […]

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 […]

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 […]