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BCPNP invited new candidates in the Base category of the Entrepreneur Stream
On April 15, 2025, British Columbia held a new draw for business candidates in the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). The province invited five candidates in the Base Category of the Entrepreneur Stream. The lowest score of this round was 115 points, the same as in the previous draw, held on March 18, 2025. This stream targets experienced entrepreneurs who plan to establish businesses in urban areas of the province. This year, the province invited up to 28 entrepreneurs under the BCPNP, showing that British Columbia remains a top destination for entrepreneurs.
#British_Columbia, #BCPNP, #Entrepreneurs, #Business_immigration, #PNP
Manitoba announces work permit extension program for provincial nominee candidates
Starting April 22, 2025, Manitoba will launch a temporary public policy enabling eligible Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) candidates to apply for two-year work permit extensions. The initiative targets individuals whose permits expired in 2024/2025 or will expire within 45 days. Candidates must have maintained a valid Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program Expression of Interest profile since January 15, 2025, demonstrate continuous Manitoba residency, and hold current employment with a Manitoba employer willing to provide a letter of employment. The program will accept applications until December 31, 2025.
#manitoba_immigration, #work_permit_extension, #provincial_nominee_program, #PNP, #MPNP
Saskatchewan’s housing boom signals strong immigration growth potential
Saskatchewan demonstrates strong potential for newcomer integration, as evidenced by its substantial Q1 2025 urban housing development figures, which show a 96.5% increase in housing starts compared to the previous year – the highest growth rate among Canadian provinces. The expansion of housing infrastructure, marked by a 193.3% rise in multiple-unit residential construction, enhances Saskatchewan’s appeal as a settlement destination. This development, coupled with the province’s robust economic performance and GDP reaching $77.9 billion, creates favourable conditions for prospective immigrants seeking housing opportunities.
#saskatchewan_housing_boom, #immigration_opportunities, #economic_growth_canada, #new_housing_development, #provincial_expansion
Ottawa updated processing times for LMIA applications
On April 9, 2025, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under various streams. Based on statistics from all processing centres, the current average LMIA processing times have increased for the Permanent residence Stream and the High-wage Stream.
- Global Talent Stream – 7 business days (-6 days)
- Agricultural stream – 16 business days (-1 day)
- Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program – 8 business days (-1 day)
- Permanent residence Stream – 165 business days (+2 days)
- High-wage Stream – 74 business days (+2 days)
- Low-wage Stream – 74 business days (-7 days)
#ESDC, #Service_Canada, #LMIA #TFWP, #Work_permit, #agricultural_workers, #caregivers