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  Canada has set its sights on welcoming half a million new immigrants by the year 2025, as part of its Immigration Levels Plan for 2023-2025. This ambitious target reflects Canada's commitment to fostering economic growth, reuniting families, and providing refuge to those in need. The plan outlines a gradual increase in immigration numbers over the next few years: 2023: Canada aims to welcome 465,000 new immigrants. 2024: The target rises to 485,000 new immigrants. 2025: Canada aims to achieve a record-breaking milestone of 500,000 new immigrants. This marks a significant leap from previous years, showcasing Canada's determination to harness the contributions and diversity of newcomers to its shores. Family reunification remains a cornerstone of Canada's immigration policy, and the plan underscores opportunities for families to reunite or start anew in the country. Sponsoring family members for Canadian immigration is a viable pathway for many, including: Spouses, Commo

If you're not invited to apply in an Express Entry draw, it can be disheartening, but don't lose hope! Here's what you need to know and what you can do if your profile expires soon. Will my information be saved when my Express Entry profile expires? No, unfortunately, once your Express Entry profile expires, the system does not save your information. Profiles are valid for one year, and if yours is expiring, your information will be lost. What should I do if my profile is expiring? If your profile is expiring soon, it's recommended to create a new profile if you wish to stay in the pool. Here's how you can create a new profile: Sign in to your account. Go to "View the applications submitted" on the main page. Click the "Withdraw profile" link. Click the "Continue" button below the "Warning!" text under the heading "What would you like to do today?" Once you've withdrawn your old profile, you can submit a new one.

  It sounds like you're interested in exploring your eligibility for Express Entry to Canada. Let's break down the eligibility requirements for each of the three main programs under Express Entry: the Federal Skilled Workers Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). Federal Skilled Workers Program (FSWP): Minimum Requirements: Score at least 67 points based on specific selection factors. Have at least one year of full-time or equivalent work experience in the last 10 years in a skilled occupation (NOC TEER level 0, 1, 2, or 3). Language ability equivalent to CLB 7 in all four language abilities (writing, reading, listening, and speaking) in English or French. Meet settlement funds criteria based on family size unless currently authorized to work in Canada and have arranged employment. Canadian Experience Class (CEC): Minimum Requirements: Have at least one year of skilled, professional, or technical work experience in Ca

Starting April 30, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is implementing fee increases for certain permanent residence (PR) applications. These adjustments align with Canada’s Immigrant and Refugee Protection Regulations and are based on the cumulative percentage increase to the Consumer Price Index for Canada. Here are the notable changes: Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPR) : Principal applicant and accompanying spouse or common-law partner: $575 (up from $515) Federal Skilled Workers, Provincial Nominee Program, Quebec Skilled Workers, Atlantic Immigration Class, and most economic pilots (Rural, Agri-Food) : Principal applicant: $950 (up from $850) Accompanying spouse or common-law partner: $950 (up from $850) Accompanying dependent child: $260 (up from $230) Live-in Caregiver Program and caregivers pilots (Home Child Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot) : Principal applicant: $635 (up from $570) Accompanying spouse or common-law partner: $635 (up fro