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Canada to bring more skilled refugees and displaced people to Canada
On March 27, 2023, Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), announced that the Government of Canada was working on a new economic pathway under the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) to bring more skilled refugees and displaced people start their careers in Canada and help employers fill labour shortages in their businesses. The EMPP connects highly skilled refugees and qualified displaced people with Canadian businesses facing labour shortages in essential occupations. The new initiative will enable Canada to welcome vulnerable individuals while supplying employers with the skills needed for economic growth.
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#IRCC, #EMPP, #Fraser, #refugees, #skilled_refugees, #displaced_people
Ottawa published new instructions for International Experience Canada applications
As of January 9, 2023, foreign nationals must have their work permit issued at the port of entry (POE) for their participation to be counted under the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. If applicants fail to arrive in Canada before the POE letter of introduction expires, it does not count as participation. This policy is considered retroactive, and international citizens can reapply for an IEC work permit if they still meet all eligibility criteria. Up until now, POE letters of introduction were used to count IEC participation. The IEC program’s instructions have been amended to reflect the changes made. In addition, IEC will introduce the ICEX Vives program through the Young Professionals stream for Spain.
#IEC, #POE, #work_permits, #Spain, #ICEX_Vives, #Spain, #Young_professionals
IRCC updated instructions for refugee claimants applying for a study permit in Canada
On March 27, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated instructions for refugee claimants applying for a Canadian study permit. According to the new amendments, those making an in-Canada claim for refugee status must complete a separate online application for a study permit. In the past, refugee claimants had two choices for obtaining a study permit: filling out schedule 12 – Additional Information – Refugee Claimants Inside Canada (IMM 0008) or submitting their claim through the Canadian Refugee Protection Portal (CRPP).
#IRCC, #CRPP, #Refugees, #study_permits, #asylum_seekers
The Government of Canada is conducting a new survey regarding the future of Canada’s immigration system
On March 27, 2023, The Government of Canada launched the Immigration System for Canada’s Future. This innovative initiative seeks to understand the perspectives of various partners and stakeholders to shape a vision of how immigration can empower communities across Canada. As part of this initiative, the Government will review current policies and programs while gathering insights from all involved parties. From March 27 to April 27, 2023, anyone interested in immigration can participate in the survey. Interested individuals can access the 15-minute anonymous survey online.
#IRCC, #Survey, #Immigration_system_for_Canadas_future, #Immigration_to_Canada