New Round of French Speaking Skilled Workers Issued NOIs For Ontario Immigration
viernes, 20 abril 2018 por Colin R. Singer
The Ontario immigration office has issued a new round of Notifications of Interest under the province’s Express Entry stream for French Speaking Skilled Workers.
The latest draw was dated. It saw 34 NOIs issued to candidates who submitted their Canada Express Entry profiles between January 1 and April 19, 2018.
There is no minimum score for the French Speaking Skilled Worker stream.
Ontario Express Entry: French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream
To qualify applicants must have:
- Pending application under the Federal Express Entry system;
- Minimum of 1-year of full time, or full time equivalent work experience under NOC occupation level 0, A or B;
- Canadian equivalent Bachelors degree, Masters degree or PhD;
- Minimum CLB level 7 in TEF exam;
- Intention to reside in the Province on Ontario;
- Minimum of 400 points under the Federal Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System.
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program(OINP) began publishing information about specific draws at the beginning of 2018. It comes after the province signed an immigration agreement with Canada’s federal government at the end of 2017.
This was the second draw in April under the FSSW, and the 11thin 2018.
The previous FSSW draw was made on April 12 and saw 55 NOIs issued to candidates who submitted their Canada Express Entry profiles between January 1 and April 12, 2018.
Ontario has also conducted several Human Capital Priorities and Entrepreneur Stream draws so far in 2018.
Ontario NOIs Issued So Far in 2018
Human Capital Priorities Stream (HCP) | 2587 |
French Speaking Skilled Worker Stream (FSSW) | 366 |
Skilled Trades Stream (ST) | 488 |
Entrepreneur Stream | 36 |
Source: www.ontarioimmigration.ca
The OINP has received an increased federal government allocation for 2018 of 6,600 nominations, up 600 on the number for 2017.
The province is currently accepting applications for all but one of its immigration streams.
Read More
An Overview of Ontario’s 2017 Immigration Strategy Progress Report
Ontario Immigration Act, 2015 Now in Force effective January 1, 2018
Ontario Immigration Granted Increased 2017 Nomination Allocation
New Canada-Ontario Immigration Agreement to Harmonize Immigration Policies to Canada’s Largest Province
Status of Ontario Streams
Immigration Stream | Status |
Human Capital Priorities (Express Entry) | Open |
French-Speaking Skilled Worker (Express Entry) | Open |
Skilled Trades (Express Entry) | Open |
Employer Job Offer | Open |
International Student (Masters Graduate) | Closed |
International Student (PhD Graduate) | Open |
Investor Immigration (Corporate) | Open |
Investor Immigration (Entrepreneur) | Open |
Source: www.ontarioimmigration.ca
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- Publicado en 2018, 2018, April2018, Canada Immigration News Articles, Ontario
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Quebec and Federal Officials Reach Agreement Over Rising Asylum Seeker Numbers
viernes, 20 abril 2018 por Colin R. Singer
April 20, 2018 – A clash over asylum seekers between the Quebec provincial government and federal officials has been avoided following new agreements related to the rising number of people illegally crossing the Canada-U.S. border.
More than 6,000 people have entered Quebec from the U.S. so far in 2018, triple the number seen by this point in 2017. The French-speaking province received 25,000 asylum seekers from legal and illegal crossings last year, half of the total for the whole of Canada.
Now, as the numbers start to rise given the warmer weather, Quebec wants to see a solid plan in place for how the spike in irregular migrants will be dealt with.
Some estimates are suggesting the tide could rise to as many as 400 people per day crossing between legal border points during 2018, after a spike seen in the 250-300 range in July and August 2017.
Read More
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Ministers Grilled on Reaction to Canada’s Asylum Seeker Surge
Canadians Equally Divided on Whether to Welcome U.S. Asylum Seekers
At the latest meeting of the Ad Hoc Intergovernmental Task Force on Irregular Migration met this week to decide a plan of action as the number of border crossers begins to rise again.
Key agreements included the formation of a working group look into the $146 million Quebec says it spent as a result of the 2017 influx.
A system will also be put in place where asylum seekers arriving in Quebec are asked where in Canada they want to go. Quebec officials then want to see the new arrivals helped to get to their where they are hoping to stay, if their cases are approved.
Immigration Minister Ahmed Hussen says a continued information campaign based on the nationality of those crossing is the way to deal with the influx. But critics say more resources should be in place at the Lacolle crossing, which is not a recognized border point.
The latest influx was of majority Nigerian nationals who had no legal status in the U.S. This is suggested to have caught Canadian officials off guard, given the focus of the recent information campaign was Central and South American nations.
Immigration.ca Managing Partner Colin Singer recently spoke to CBC News host Andrew Nichols concerning the border issue. You can watch the video here:
The latest available official figures show February saw 1,565 RCMP interceptions, compared to 1,517 in January. The total for 2018 is now 3,082.
The vast majority of those stopped by the RCMP crossed into Quebec, which saw 1,486 intercepted in February and a total of 2,944 for 2018.
The number are significantly higher than the same two months of 2017, although nowhere near the peaks in July and August, as Canada prepares itself for a potential new wave of illegal border crossers as the weather gets warmer.
RCMP 2018 Border Interceptions
Provinces | Jan | Feb | Total 2018 |
New Brunswick | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Quebec | 1,458 | 1,486 | 2,944 |
Ontario | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Manitoba | 18 | 31 | 49 |
Saskatchewan | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Alberta | 0 | 0 | 0 |
British Columbia | 41 | 48 | 89 |
Total – RCMP | 1,517 | 1,565 | 3,082 |
Source: Government of Canada
Concern is centred around the more than 350,000 people expected to lose their Temporary Protected Status in the U.S. over the next 18 months, although these do not include Nigerians.
A Donald Trump crackdown will see Nicaraguans, Haitians and El Salvadorians face deportation in 2019 if they cannot secure permanent status. A decision is yet to be made on Hondurans.
Rather than be dealt with by the American system, many are flooding north to Canada to take their chances here.
The End of Temporary Protected Status
Country | People affected | TPS end date |
Nicaragua | 5,300 | January 5, 2019 |
Haiti | 59,000 | July 22, 2019 |
El Salvador | 200,000 | September 9, 2019 |
Honduras | 86,000 | Decision July 2018 |
Some experts are convinced Canada will at least see another uptick in border crossings, possibly at the levels seen in Quebec in 2017.
Numbers spiked to 300 a day during July and August, from the normal 20 to 30, forcing a makeshift border camp to be set up to process claimants.
Temporary Shelter
Meanwhile, locations including Montreal’s Olympic Stadium were used as temporary shelter for the illegal border crossers.
The influx has swamped Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Board, which now has a backlog stretching into years of cases waiting to be heard.
Information Campaign
A government information campaign combined with the start of the school year, is believed to have helped dramatically reduce numbers in September. This supported the argument that the majority of the illegal entrants are in fact economic queue jumpers, seeking a faster entry into Canada.
A federal-provincial taskforce was formed in response to the situation, including Hussen, Goodale and Quebec Immigration Minister Kathleen Weil.
Safe Third Country Agreement
There have been several calls for Canada to suspend the Safe Third Country Agreement with the U.S., which requires an asylum seeker to make their claim in the first country in which they arrive. The agreement is the reason why those coming from the U.S. are electing to cross the border at remote locations, with the aim of getting arrested and entering the Canadian immigration system. Such individuals would otherwise not qualify to submit a claim as the Safe Third Country Agreement would prevent them from doing so.
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- Publicado en 2018, 2018, April2018, Canada Immigration News Articles, Quebec-news
Weekly British Columbia Immigration Draws Continue With 225 Invited to Apply
viernes, 20 abril 2018 por Colin R. Singer
April 20, 2018 – British Columbia immigration officials conducted a new draw under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program on April 18, 2018. The general B.C. PNP draw saw 225 candidates invited to apply.
The minimum score for Express Entry skilled workers and international graduates was 89 points, while the score for the provincial skilled worker and international graduate streams was 84 points. Entry level and semi-skilled workers required a minimum score of 55 points.
B.C. PNP Draw: April 18, 2018
Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued |
18-Apr-18 | EEBC – Skilled Worker | 89 | Total: 225 |
EEBC – International Graduate | 89 | ||
SI – Skilled Worker | 84 | ||
SI – International Graduate | 84 | ||
SI – Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 55 |
Source: www.welcomebc.ca
The previous B.C. PNP draw saw 27 new candidates invited to apply via the province’s numerous streams under the B.C. Tech Pilot, a stream specifically aimed at 32 technology occupations. The draw was dated April 11, 2018.
The minimum score for Express Entry skilled workers and international graduates was 89 points, while the score for the provincial skilled worker and international graduate streams was 84 points. Entry level and semi-skilled workers required 55 points or more.
B.C. PNP Draw: April 11, 2018
Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued |
11-Apr-18 (Technology-only draw) | EEBC – Skilled Worker | 89 | Total: 27 |
EEBC – International Graduate | 89 | ||
SI – Skilled Worker | 84 | ||
SI – International Graduate | 84 | ||
SI – Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 55 |
Source: www.welcomebc.ca
British Columbia immigration launched the B.C. PNP Tech Pilot in 2017, aimed at attracting skilled workers in 32 specific technology occupations.
It has been conducting specific B.C. PNP draws aimed at technology workers since May 2017.
The change is evidence of how the province is positioning itself to benefit from technology workers looking for alternatives to the U.S. under Donald Trump’s presidency.
BC PNP Tech Pilot: 32 In-Demand Occupations
NOC Code | Job Title |
113 | Purchasing managers |
131 | Telecommunication carriers managers |
213 | Computer and information systems managers |
512 | Managers – publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts |
1123 | Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations |
2131 | Civil engineers |
2132 | Mechanical engineers |
2133 | Electrical and electronics engineers |
2134 | Chemical engineers |
2147 | Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) |
2171 | Information systems analysts and consultants |
2172 | Database analysts and data administrators |
2173 | Software engineers and designers |
2174 | Computer programmers and interactive media developers |
2175 | Web designers and developers |
2221 | Biological technologists and technicians |
2241 | Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians |
2242 | Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) |
2243 | Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics |
2281 | Computer network technicians |
2282 | User support technicians |
2283 | Information systems testing technicians |
4163 | Business development officers and marketing researchers and consultants |
5121 | Authors and writers |
5122 | Editors |
5125 | Translators, terminologists and interpreters |
5224 | Broadcast technicians |
5225 | Audio and video recording technicians |
5227 | Support occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and the performing arts |
5226 | Other technical and co-ordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts |
5241 | Graphic designers and illustrators |
6221 | Technical sales specialists – wholesale trade |
Source: www.welcomebc.ca
A coveted provincial nomination effectively guarantees selection under the Canada Express Entry System, worth 600 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points.
The B.C. PNP publishes the scores immigrants need to guarantee an invitation for Canada immigration under its programs.
The score needed for an international graduate is 30 points below a skilled worker under both the Canada Express Entry and provincial stream.
For entry-level and semi-skilled workers, that score is lower again.
BC PNP: Scores Needed For Guaranteed Invitation
Category | Guaranteed Registration Score |
Express Entry BC – Skilled Worker | 135 |
Express Entry BC – International Graduate | 105 |
Skills Immigration – Skilled Worker | 135 |
Skills Immigration – International Graduate | 105 |
Skills Immigration – Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 95 |
Source: www.welcomebc.ca
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- Publicado en 2018, 2018, April2018, BC, Canada Immigration News Articles
Ontario Making Skilled Trades An Immigration Priority
viernes, 20 abril 2018 por Colin R. Singer
April 20, 2018 – Ontario is making it clear that Skilled Trades candidates are a priority for immigration, after the province conducted its ninth draw of the year under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program.
The draw saw 29 candidates issued Notifications of Interest under the province’s Express Entry Skilled Trades stream, bring the total for 2018 to 488.
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Priority Occupations Under Canada Express Entry
In the latest draw, dates April 18, 2018, Canada Express Entryprofiles submitted between January 1 and April 18 were considered for NOIs.
The draw is also the second in a week for the Skilled Trades stream, which has no minimum points requirement.
Ontario Express Entry: Skilled Trades Stream
The Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream targets skilled trades workers in the construction and agricultural sectors, but could be expanded in the future.
To qualify applicants must have:
- Pending application under the Federal Express Entry system;
- At least 12 months of paid cumulative or continuous Ontario work experience with the last two years prior to your Notification of Interest in National Occupation Classification 633, or major groups 72, 73 or 82;
- Proof of Ontario license or certification if your occupation so requires;
- A valid work permit and be resident in Ontario at the time of application;
- English or French-language level of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 or above in reading, writing, listening and speaking;
- Proof of settlement fund to cover you and your dependents, with the minimum amount determined by official Low Income Cut-Offs.
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program(OINP) began publishing information about specific draws at the beginning of 2018. It comes after the province signed an immigration agreement with Canada’s federal government at the end of 2017.
The previous Skilled Trades draw was made on April 11, 2018, and saw 87 NOIs issued to candidates who submitted their Canada Express Entry profiles between January 1 and April 11, 2018.
Ontario has also conducted several Human Capital Priorities, French Speaking Skilled Worker and Entrepreneur Stream draws so far in 2018.
Ontario NOIs Issued So Far in 2018
Human Capital Priorities Stream (HCP) | 2587 |
French Speaking Skilled Worker Stream (FSSW) | 332 |
Skilled Trades Stream (ST) | 488 |
Entrepreneur Stream | 36 |
Source: www.ontarioimmigration.ca
The OINP has received an increased federal government allocation for 2018 of 6,600 nominations, up 600 on the number for 2017.
The province is currently accepting applications for all but one of its immigration streams.
Read More
An Overview of Ontario’s 2017 Immigration Strategy Progress Report
Ontario Immigration Act, 2015 Now in Force effective January 1, 2018
Ontario Immigration Granted Increased 2017 Nomination Allocation
New Canada-Ontario Immigration Agreement to Harmonize Immigration Policies to Canada’s Largest Province
Together with the Skilled Trades stream, other open streams include the other Express Entry streams for Human Capital Priorities and French-Speaking Skilled Workers, the Employer Job Offer streams for Foreign Workers, International Students and In-Demand Skills, plus the Corporate and Entrepreneurbusiness streams.
Ontario’s International Student PhD Graduate stream is also currently open, while the Masters Graduate stream is now closed after twice briefly opening so far in 2018.
Status of Ontario Streams
Immigration Stream | Status |
Human Capital Priorities (Express Entry) | Open |
French-Speaking Skilled Worker (Express Entry) | Open |
Skilled Trades (Express Entry) | Open |
Employer Job Offer | Open |
International Student (Masters Graduate) | Closed |
International Student (PhD Graduate) | Open |
Investor Immigration (Corporate) | Open |
Investor Immigration (Entrepreneur) | Open |
Source: www.ontarioimmigration.ca
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- Publicado en 2018, 2018, April2018, Canada Immigration News Articles, Ontario
Why Entrepreneur Immigration Candidates Should Consider Saskatchewan
viernes, 20 abril 2018 por Colin R. Singer
April 20, 2018 – High Expression of Interest numbers in Saskatchewan immigration’s latest Entrepreneur stream draws show how the popular program is becoming an increasing SINP priority.
The latest draw, conducted on April 18, 2018, saw 231 Entrepreneur candidates issued with Expressions of Interest, meaning the total EOIs for the last three draws eclipses the combined total for the seven before that, dating back to October 2015.
Saskatchewan has now issued EOIs to 747 Entrepreneur candidates since October 2017, having only issued 576 in the entire history of the program before that date.
Two conclusions can be made: that the Saskatchewan Entrepreneur program is proving popular among business candidates, and the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Programis keen to prioritize these candidates under its provincial immigration allocation.
Saskatchewan Entrepreneur Stream Draws
Date | Lowest score | Average score | Highest score | Number of invitations |
April 2018 | 90 | 100 | 135 | 231 |
January 2018 | 80 | 95 | 145 | 251 |
October 2017 | 80 | 100 | 135 | 265 |
July 2017 | 80 | 100 | 145 | 98 |
May 2017 | 80 | 105 | 140 | 142 |
March 2017 | 95 | 110 | 135 | 107 |
December 2016 | 120 | 120 | 130 | 14 |
September 2016 | 110 | 115 | 135 | 57 |
May 2016 | 110 | 120 | 155 | 88 |
October 2015 | 110 | 125 | 155 | 70 |
Source: https://www.saskatchewan.ca
The previous two draws saw numbers even higher than the April 2018 draw, with 251 candidates issued with EOIs in January 2018, and 265 in October 2017.
Saskatchewan is planning two more draws in 2018, although it warns the dates are subject to change.
Planned 2018 SINP Entrepreneur Stream Draw Dates
- July 18
- October 17
The Saskatchewan immigration Entrepreneur stream is a three-stage process:
- Expression of interest
- Invitation to submit application
- Nomination
The expression of interest must meet the following minimum entry requirements:
- Minimum net worth of $500,000 legally acquired.
- Minimum of three years of entrepreneurial or relevant management experience.
- Investment of at least $300,000 in Regina or Saskatoon, or $200,000 is any other Saskatchewan area.
Candidates enter a pool where they receive a score. The top scoring candidates are invited to submit an application.
Applications must include:
- Business Establishment Plan confirming figures in expression of interest, and including at least one third ownership of a company in Saskatchewan, unless investment is $1 million or higher.
- Commitment to be active in day-to-day management of business.
- Creation of two or more jobs for Canadian citizens or permanent residents if the business is located in Regina or Saskatoon.
The SINP website says: “Please note that the SINP reserves the right to have Business Establishment Plans assessed by professional third parties identified by the government of Saskatchewan. The assessment conducted by third parties will focus on the preparation and due diligence conducted by the applicant in preparing their proposed business plan.”
Saskatchewan recently updated its list of occupations in demand. The province dropped eight occupations from the revised 2018 list.
New 2018 Saskatchewan Occupations In Demand
National Occupation Classification (NOC) | Occupations |
211 | Engineering managers |
2131 | Civil engineers |
2132 | Mechanical engineers |
2133 | Electrical and electronics engineers |
2141 | Industrial and manufacturing engineers |
2147 | Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) |
2151 | Architects |
2154 | Land surveyors |
2173 | Software engineers and designers |
2175 | Web designers and developer |
4151 | Psychologists |
4212 | Social and community service workers |
4214 | Early childhood educators and assistants |
3211 | Medical laboratory technologists |
3216 | Medical sonographers |
423 | Managers in social, community and correctional services |
1122 | Professional occupations in business management consulting |
2212 | Geological and mineral technologists and technicians |
2121 | Biologists and related scientists |
2123 | Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists |
2225 | Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists |
2242 | Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) |
2243 | Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics |
6331 | Meat cutters |
7231 | Machinists |
7272 | Cabinetmakers |
7311 | Industrial mechanics |
7312 | Heavy-duty equipment mechanics |
7321 | Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics |
7322 | Motor vehicle body repairers |
7237 | Welders |
811 | Managers in natural resources production and fishing |
821 | Managers in agriculture |
911 | Manufacturing managers |
912 | Utilities managers |
Occupations Dropped From List For 2018
National Occupation Classification (NOC) | Occupations |
124 | Advertising, marketing and public relations managers |
1112 | Financial and investment analysts |
1123 | Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations |
2211 | Chemical technologists and technicians |
2231 | Civil engineering technologists and technicians |
2241 | Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians |
2253 | Drafting technologists and technicians |
714 | Facility operation and maintenance managers |
Source: www.saskatchewan.ca
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- Publicado en 2018, 2018, April2018, Saskatchewan-news
Class Action Lawsuit by Quebec Skilled Workers Against the Quebec Immigration Ministry Claims Return of Application Fees
jueves, 19 abril 2018 por Colin R. Singer
Apr 19, 2018 – Quebec Skilled Worker candidates have launched a class action lawsuit against the provincial immigration ministry seeking repayment of processing fees after program changes, applied retroactively, meant their applications would fail.
The class action suit against the Quebec Ministry of Immigration, Diversity and Inclusion concerns candidates who applied through the Quebec Skilled Worker Program between 2009 and March 2017.
The class action was authorized by Justice Pepita Capriolo of the Superior Court of Quebec on February 19, 2018.
The Quebec immigration candidates covered by the suit are those who had submitted applications prior to the rule change announcement, but had their cases denied because of the retrospective application of the changes.
Separate groups of candidates are covered in the lawsuit, for applications related to changes in the points system implemented on August 1, 2013 and on March 8, 2017.
Groups 1 and 2 relate to the 2013 changes, while Group 3 relates to the changes made in 2017. For Groups 1 and 2, applications need to have been submitted prior to July 8, 2013. All three groups concern applications under the Quebec Skilled Worker Program only.
Group 1
To be a member of Group 1, candidates’ applications must have included forms containing the phrase “Your application for a selection certificate will be processed based on regulations in effect when it was submitted”or similar language. The application must have not reached the preliminary processing stage as of August 1, 2013, and failed because of the retroactive application of the points changes.
Group 2
Members of Group 2 are candidates whose applications had not reached the preliminary processing stage as of August 1, 2013, and failed because of the retroactive application of the points changes. Their application did not include forms containing the phrase mentioned above.
Group 3
Members of Group 3 are candidates whose applications had not reached the preliminary processing stage as of March 8, 2013 and failed because of the retroactive application of the points changes. Their application did not include forms containing the phrase mentioned above.
The lawsuit reads: “The Application for Authorization alleges that the Minister was unjustly enriched, acted in bad faith and abused her rights contrary to the provisions of the Civil Code of Quebec by failing to offer a reimbursement of application fees paid by those individuals whose CSQ applications became doomed to fail as a result of the application of August 1, 2013 and March 8, 2017 amendments to the regulation respecting the weighting applicable to the selection of foreign nationals.”
What Happens Next?
Following the authorization of the class action, a hearing date will now be set likely for later in 2018 or in 2019. Given the three groups included in the suit and the legal arguments being considered, it is quite likely the judicial process could extend a number of years.
Historically, the Quebec government has been aggressive in challenging similar judicial review applications brought by immigration candidates. If the Quebec government is unsuccessful in the initial hearing, an appeal to the Quebec Court of Appeal can be expected.
The class action includes all members of the three groups mention above, unless they expressly choose to opt out.
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- Publicado en 2018, 2018, April2018, Canada Immigration News Articles, Quebec-news
New Batch of Invitations Issued Under B.C. Tech Pilot
jueves, 19 abril 2018 por Colin R. Singer
Apr 19, 2018 – British Columbia immigration officials conducted a new draw under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program on April 11, 2018. The draw, conducted specifically under the B.C. Tech Pilot stream, saw 27 candidates invited to apply.
The minimum score for Express Entry skilled workers and international graduates was 89 points, while the score for the provincial skilled worker and international graduate streams was 84 points. Entry level and semi-skilled workers required a minimum score of 55 points.
B.C. PNP Draw: April 11, 2018
Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued |
11-Apr-18 (Technology-only draw) | EEBC – Skilled Worker | 89 | Total: 27 |
EEBC – International Graduate | 89 | ||
SI – Skilled Worker | 84 | ||
SI – International Graduate | 84 | ||
SI – Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 55 |
Source: www.welcomebc.ca
The previous B.C. PNP draw saw 326 new candidates invited to apply via the province’s numerous streams. The draw was dated April 4, 2018.
The minimum score for Express Entry skilled workers and international graduates was 89 points, while the score for the provincial skilled worker and international graduate streams was 84 points. Entry level and semi-skilled workers required 55 points or more.
B.C. PNP Draw: April 4, 2018
Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued |
04-Apr-18 | EEBC – Skilled Worker | 89 | Total: 326 |
EEBC – International Graduate | 89 | ||
SI – Skilled Worker | 84 | ||
SI – International Graduate | 84 | ||
SI – Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 55 |
Source: www.welcomebc.ca
British Columbia immigration launched the B.C. PNP Tech Pilot in 2017, aimed at attracting skilled workers in 32 specific technology occupations.
It has been conducting specific B.C. PNP draws aimed at technology workers since May 2017.
The change is evidence of how the province is positioning itself to benefit from technology workers looking for alternatives to the U.S. under Donald Trump’s presidency.
BC PNP Tech Pilot: 32 In-Demand Occupations
NOC Code | Job Title |
113 | Purchasing managers |
131 | Telecommunication carriers managers |
213 | Computer and information systems managers |
512 | Managers – publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts |
1123 | Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations |
2131 | Civil engineers |
2132 | Mechanical engineers |
2133 | Electrical and electronics engineers |
2134 | Chemical engineers |
2147 | Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) |
2171 | Information systems analysts and consultants |
2172 | Database analysts and data administrators |
2173 | Software engineers and designers |
2174 | Computer programmers and interactive media developers |
2175 | Web designers and developers |
2221 | Biological technologists and technicians |
2241 | Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians |
2242 | Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) |
2243 | Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics |
2281 | Computer network technicians |
2282 | User support technicians |
2283 | Information systems testing technicians |
4163 | Business development officers and marketing researchers and consultants |
5121 | Authors and writers |
5122 | Editors |
5125 | Translators, terminologists and interpreters |
5224 | Broadcast technicians |
5225 | Audio and video recording technicians |
5227 | Support occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and the performing arts |
5226 | Other technical and co-ordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts |
5241 | Graphic designers and illustrators |
6221 | Technical sales specialists – wholesale trade |
Source: www.welcomebc.ca
A coveted provincial nomination effectively guarantees selection under the Canada Express Entry System, worth 600 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points.
The B.C. PNP publishes the scores immigrants need to guarantee an invitation for Canada immigration under its programs.
The score needed for an international graduate is 30 points below a skilled worker under both the Canada Express Entry and provincial stream.
For entry-level and semi-skilled workers, that score is lower again.
BC PNP: Scores Needed For Guaranteed Invitation
Category | Guaranteed Registration Score |
Express Entry BC – Skilled Worker | 135 |
Express Entry BC – International Graduate | 105 |
Skills Immigration – Skilled Worker | 135 |
Skills Immigration – International Graduate | 105 |
Skills Immigration – Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 95 |
Source: www.welcomebc.ca
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- Publicado en 2018, 2018, April2018, BC, Canada Immigration News Articles
Northern Ontario Wants Own Version Of Atlantic Immigration Pilot
jueves, 19 abril 2018 por Colin R. Singer
April 19, 2018 – Northern Ontario mayors have called for a similar program to the Atlantic Immigration Pilot to help boost the population in the region.
At a recent meeting of the Northern Ontario Large Urban Mayors in Sault Ste. Marie, it was highlighted that the region faces the same demographic challenges as the Atlantic provinces of Nova Scotia, Newfoundland & Labrador, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.
Northern Ontario is comprised of major centres including Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie, Timmins, North Bay and Thunder Bay.
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With population growth stunted and an aging demographic meaning the labour market is shrinking in the region, it is clear there is an issue to be tackled.
The Ontario population as a whole is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. Northern Ontario’s shrinking population is in danger of getting lost within that overall growth, becoming an increasingly smaller percentage of the province.
In Atlantic Canada, the federal-provincial Atlantic Immigration Pilot aims to tackle the issue by bringing in new immigrants and helping them integrate into life in the region.
The pilot started slowly after it was introduced in March 2017, not meeting its initial target of 2,000 new immigrants per year. The federal government has revised that target, with 1,000 new immigrants expected through the AIP in 2018, rising to 4,000 by 2020.
Atlantic Immigration Pilot Targets
2018 – Target | 2019 – Target | 2020 – Target |
1,000 | 2,000 | 4,000 |
The employer-driven program allows designated businesses to bring in candidates and their families from overseas, with streams for high-skilled and intermediate-skilled workers, plus international graduates.
Candidates can apply for permanent residence through the program once they:
- receive a job offer from a designated employer,
- develop a settlement plan with a designated Atlantic service provider organization, and
- are endorsed by an Atlantic provincial government.
While they are in the process of applying, candidates are given expedited processing for temporary work permits. It means they can be in Canada, doing the job while their permanent residence application is being processed.
Atlantic Immigration Pilot: The Programs
- Atlantic High-Skilled Program
- Atlantic Intermediate-Skilled Program
- Atlantic International Graduate Program
The work experience, education, and job offer a candidate needs will depend on whether they are applying as a worker or an international student graduate. The other requirements are the same for both.
Work Experience
Workers
You must have worked for at least one year (1,560 hours total or 30 hours per week) within the last three years. It can be full-time, non-continuous, or part-time, as long as it adds up to 1,560 hours.
The work must be:
- In one occupation (but can be with different employers)
- Paid (volunteering or unpaid internships do not count)
- At skill type/level 0, A, B, or C of the National Occupational Classification (NOC)
- Under the Atlantic High-Skilled Program, workers need one year of experience at skill type/level 0, A, or B.
- Under the Atlantic Intermediate-Skilled Program, workers need one year of experience to be at the skill level C.
- The experience can be gained inside or outside Canada.
International Graduates
Candidates do not need work experience.
Education
Workers
Candidates must have:
- A Canadian secondary (high school) or post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree,
OR
- A foreign degree, diploma, certificate, or trade or apprenticeship education credential. Candidates need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) to make sure it is valid and equal to a Canadian credential. The ECA must show your education is equal to a completed Canadian secondary (high school) or post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree. Your ECA must be less than five years old when you apply.
International Graduates
Candidates must have:
- A minimum two-year degree, diploma, certificate, or trade or apprenticeship credential from a recognized publicly-funded institution in an Atlantic province.
- Been a full-time student in Canada for at least two years.
- Graduated in the 12 months prior to the application date.
- Lived in one of the Atlantic provinces for at least 16 months in the last two years before graduation.
- Had a visa or permit to work, study or train in Canada.
A candidate does not qualify if their study or training included:
- English or French second language courses for more than half of the program.
- Distance learning undertaken for more than half of the program.
A candidate cannot apply if their scholarship or fellowship required them to return to their home country after graduation.
Note: Atlantic Immigration Pilot candidates are able to apply for a temporary work permit if the job needs to be filled urgently. If an employer wants a candidate to apply for a temporary work permit first, the candidate will need to commit to applying for permanent residence within 90 days of the temporary application being submitted.
Job Offer
Under the high-skilled, intermediate-skilled and international graduate programs, candidates must have a job offer that is:
- From a designated employer in an Atlantic province.
- Non-seasonal.
- Reviewed by the province.
Job offers for high-skilled workers must:
- Be skill type/level 0, A, or B
- Last at least one year
Job offers for intermediate-skilled workers must:
- Be skill type/level 0, A, B, or C
- Be indeterminate (permanent)
Job offers for international graduates must:
- Be skill type/level 0, A, B, or C
- Last at least one year
A candidate’s job offer does not need to be in the same occupation as past work experience. However, a candidate does need to meet employment requirements for the job, as listed in the NOC.
The employer does not need an LMIA. Each province will communicate a list of employers hiring under the Atlantic Immigration Pilot.
Language
Requirements applicable to all three programs
Candidates must:
- Score at least a level 4 in the Canadian Language Benchmark exam in English or the Niveaux de Compétence Linguistique Canadiens in French.
- Take an approved language test and meet the level for speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Results must be less than two years old on the date of application.
Proof of Funds
Requirements applicable to all three programs
Candidates need to show they have enough money to support themselves and their families after immigration. Amounts depend on the size of the family and includes family members a candidate supports that are not immigrating.
Proof is not required if a candidate is already living and working in Canada with a valid work permit.
Settlement Plan
A candidate must have a needs assessment before immigrating. After the assessment, a candidate will get a plan with information about the community they are moving to and where they can get help after arrival. To find out about the needs assessment, click here.
Endorsement
Employers must complete an Endorsement Application for each candidate able to fill an existing vacancy.
Candidates cannot apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada without an endorsement., which includes details of the job offer and settlement plan.
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- Publicado en 2018, 2018, April2018, Canada Immigration News Articles, Ontario
Quebec anuncia el restablecimiento de la admisión de 5 000 nuevas solicitudes de trabajadores calificados
miércoles, 18 abril 2018 por Colin R. Singer
5 de abril del 2018 – El Ministro de Inmigración, de Quebec restableció la admisión de 5 000 solicitudes de Certificado de Selección de Quebec (CSQ) por parte de los trabajadores calificados para el 2017-2018 a través de “Mon projet Quebec”, su plataforma en línea. Todavía no se ha anunciado el periodo de admisión de las solicitudes.
Los requisitos del Programa Trabajador Calificado de Quebec no cambiarán hasta el 15 de agosto del 2018, fecha a partir de la cual serán efectivas las nuevas regulaciones presentadas recientemente por Quebec.
Las solicitudes de candidatos con una oferta de trabajo válida o que son residentes temporales de Quebec pueden ser presentadas en cualquier momento.
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Quebec tiene un objetivo general de entre 49 000 y 53 000 recién llegados bajo todos los programas en el 2018.
Los números están dentro del mismo rango que los objetivos de inmigración de Quebec en el 2017.
Las cifras muestran un ligero aumento en el número de inmigrantes de la categoría económica, compensado por un ligero descenso en las cifras de las categorías de reunificación familiar de inmigrantes refugiados.
Categorías de inmigración de Quebec
Quebec Skilled Worker
Quebec Business Immigration
Quebec Experience Program
Cifras de Inmigración Económica
Quebec planea recibir a hasta 31 300 inmigrantes de la categoría económica en el 2018, divididos entre las categorías de Trabajadores Calificados, Negocios y otras categorías económicas.
Esta cifra máxima de admisión es 1 000 más que el máximo proyectado para el 2017 y, de hecho, el mismo que el total de 31 600 en el 2016.
Las cifras desglosadas del 2018 para Trabajadores Calificados (24 200 a 26 300), Negocios (4 000 a 4 300) y otros inmigrantes económicos (500 a 700) se encuentran dentro de un rango similar al observado en los dos años anteriores.
Cifras de Reunificación Familiar
En la categoría de Reunificación Familiar, la cifra máxima de 12 100 es ligeramente inferior a la de 12 800 proyectada para el 2017, pero significativamente más alta que en el 2016 (11 124) y el 2015 (10 490).
Cifras de Refugiados
Se espera que el número de refugiados disminuya ligeramente en comparación con los años anteriores. En el 2018, Quebec planea dar la bienvenida a un máximo de 8 800 en las categorías de Refugiados, en comparación con un máximo proyectado de 9 500 para el 2017 y 9 274 en el 2016.
Esto se produce después de finalizada la campaña del gobierno liberal federal para recibir 40 000 refugiados sirios, así como una serie de solicitudes de asilo a venir por parte de personas que cruzan ilegalmente por tierra la frontera entre los Estados Unidos y Canadá.
Objetivos de admisión de inmigración de Quebec para el 2018
Categoría | Mínimo | Máximo |
Inmigración Económica | 28 700 | 31 300 |
| 24 200 | 26 300 |
| 4 000 | 4 300 |
| 500 | 700 |
Reunificación Familiar | 11 600 | 12 100 |
Refugiados y personas en situaciones similares | 8 100 | 8 800 |
| 5 600 | 6 000 |
| 1 550 | 1 600 |
| 4 050 | 4 400 |
| 2 500 | 2 800 |
Otros Inmigrantes** | 600 | 800 |
Total | 49 000 | 53 000 |
*Incluye cuidadores y otras clases de inmigración económica
**Incluye varias categorías especiales de inmigrantes admitidos bajo bases humanitarias o de interés publico
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- Publicado en 2018, 2018, April2018, Canada Immigration News Articles, Ontario
Trabajadores Calificados Francófonos y Oficios Calificados fueron el objetivo de Ontario en el último sorteo del OINP
martes, 17 abril 2018 por Colin R. Singer
17 de abril del 2018 – La Oficina de Inmigración de Ontario ha publicado dos nuevas Notificaciones de Interés (NOIs, por sus siglas en inglés) bajo las corrientes provinciales de Entrada Rápida Oficios Calificados y Trabajador Calificado Francófono.
En los sorteos del 11 y 12 de abril del 2018, la provincia emitió un total de 142 NOIs bajo ambas corrientes.
El sorteo del 11 de abril se centró en los candidatos bajo la corriente Oficios Calificados. Durante este sorteo, se emitieron 87 NOIs a los candidatos que enviaron su perfil de Entrada Rápida Canadáentre el 1ero de enero y el 11 de abril del 2018.
El sorteo del 12 de abril se centró en los candidatos para bajo la corriente Trabajador Calificado Francófono. Durante este sorteo, se emitieron 55 NOIs a los candidatos que enviaron su perfil de Entrada Rápida Canadá entre el 1ero de enero y el 12 de abril del 2018.
No hay un puntaje mínimo para las corrientes Oficios Calificados o Trabajador Calificado Francófono.
Entrada Rápida de Ontario: Corriente Trabajador Calificado Francófono
Para calificar, los solicitantes deben tener:
- solicitud pendiente bajo el Sistema Federal Entrada Rápida,
- mínimo de 1 año de tiempo completo en una ocupación de nivel NOC 0, A o B,
- licenciatura, maestría o doctorado equivalente canadiense,
- nivel mínimo de CLB 7 en el examen TEF,
- intención de residir en la provincia de Ontario,
- mínimo de 400 puntos en el Sistema de Clasificación Integral de la Entrada Rápida Federal.
Entrada Rápida de Ontario: Corriente Oficios Especializados
La corriente de Oficios Calificados Entrada Rápida va dirigida a trabajadores calificados en los sectores de la construcción y la agricultura, pero podría expandirse en el futuro.
Para calificar, los solicitantes deben tener:
- solicitud pendiente bajo el Sistema Federal de Entrada Rápida,
- por lo menos 12 meses de experiencia de trabajo en un empleo remunerado continuo o
acumulado en Ontario en los dos años anteriores a su Notificación de Interés en la Clasificación Nacional de Profesiones 633 o en los grandes grupos 72, 73 o 82,
- Prueba de licencia o certificación de Ontario si su ocupación así lo requiere,
- un permiso de trabajo válido y ser residente en Ontario en el momento de la solicitud,
- nivel de inglés o francés de Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 5 o superior en lectura, escritura, comprensión auditiva y expresión oral,
- pruebas de fondos de asentamiento para sustentarse a sí mismos y a sus dependientes, con un monto mínimo determinado por los umbrales oficiales de bajos ingresos.
El Programa de Inmigrantes Nominados de Ontario(OINP, por sus siglas en inglés) ha comenzado a publicar información sobre sorteos específicos a principios del 2018. Esto se produce después de que la provincia firmara un acuerdo de inmigración con el gobierno federal canadiense a finales de 2017.
Este fue el segundo sorteo más reciente bajo las corrientes Oficios Calificados y Trabajador Calificado Francófono (FSSW, por sus siglas en inglés).
El sorteo anterior de la corriente FSSW se realizó el 27 de marzo del 2018 y se emitieron 10 NOIs a candidatos que enviaron su perfil de Entrada Rápida Canadá entre el 1erode enero y el 27 de marzo del 2018.
El sorteo anterior de la corriente Oficios Calificados se llevó a cabo el 28 de marzo del 2018 y se emitieron 149 NOIs a los candidatos que presentaron su perfil de Entrada Rápida Canadá entre el 1erode enero y el 28 de marzo del 2018.
En lo que va del 2018, Ontario también ha realizado varios sorteos bajo las corrientes Prioridades de Capital Humano y Empresario.
NOIs emitidas por Ontario en lo que va del 2018
Corriente Prioridades de Capital Humano (HCP) | 2587 |
Corriente Trabajador Calificado Francófono (FSSW) | 332 |
Corriente Oficios Calificados (ST) | 459 |
Corriente e | 23 |
Fuente: www.ontarioimmigration.ca
El OINP ha recibido una mayor asignación del gobierno federal para el 2018, 600 más que en el 2017, para un total de 6 600.
La provincia está aceptando actualmente solicitudes para sus corrientes, a excepción de una de ellas.
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Actualmente, la provincia está aceptando solicitudes para todas sus corrientes migratorias, a la excepción de dos de ellas.
Junto con HCP, otras corrientes abiertas son la de Oferta de Trabajo del Empleador para trabajadores extranjeros, la corriente Estudiantes Extranjeros y Calificaciones en Demanda, la de Entrada Rápida para Trabajadores Calificados Francófonos y Oficios Calificados, además de las corrientes de negocios Corporativoy Empresario.
La corriente Estudiante Graduado de Doctorado de Ontario también está abierta, mientras que la Estudiante Graduado de Maestría está ahora cerrada, después de haber sido abierta brevemente dos veces, hasta ahora, en el 2018.
Estado de las corrientes del OINP
Corriente de inmigración | Estado |
Prioridades de Capital Humano (Entrada Rápida) | Abierto |
Trabajador Calificado de habla francesa (Entrada Rápida) | Abierto |
Oficios Calificados (Entrada Rápida) | Abierto |
Oferta de trabajo de empleador | Abierto |
Estudiante extranjero (Graduado de maestrías) | Cerrado |
Estudiante extranjero (doctorado) | Abierto |
Inmigración de inversionista (Corporativo) | Abierto |
Inmigración de inversionista (Empresario) | Abierto |
Fuente: www.ontarioimmigration.ca
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- Publicado en 2018, 2018, April2018, Canada Immigration News Articles, Ontario
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