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Ottawa invited 277 PNP candidates in the new Express Entry draw
On June 2, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw #348. The Government of Canada issued 277 Invitations to Apply (ITA) for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in this draw. This round’s cut-off score was 726 points, 20 points more than the previous PNP-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule for this round was September 24, 2024, at 15:46:19 UTC. As of June 1, 2025, 255,030 profiles were registered in the Express Entry pool. In 2025, the Government of Canada invited 34,717 Express Entry candidates, including 4,867 PNP candidates.
#Express_Entry, #IRCC, #ITA #immigration_to_Canada, #PNP
Newfoundland and Labrador issues 405 immigration invitations in the latest provincial draw
On May 29, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador held its third round of selections through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, issuing a total of 405 invitations. Of these, 351 were sent to candidates under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), while 54 went to applicants through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). This draw reflects the province’s continued commitment to addressing labour shortages and fostering population growth. By offering permanent residency opportunities to skilled foreign workers and international graduates, Newfoundland and Labrador is strengthening its workforce and economy. Since February 19, 2025, all applicants to the NLPNP and AIP must apply through the new Immigration Accelerator platform. So far this year, 989 candidates have received invitations, with a total of 2,525 economic immigration spaces available in 2025.
#newfoundland_and_labrador, #provincial_nomination_program, #atlantic_immigration_program, #AIP, #express_entry, #NLPNP
Nova Scotia’s Pictou County unveiled priority sectors for the rural immigration pathway in 2025
Pictou County has identified strategic priority sectors and occupations as part of the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), marking a significant advancement in Canada’s rural immigration framework. Located approximately two hours from Halifax, the county comprises diverse regions, including Pictou Landing First Nation and various municipalities. The initiative has identified five key sectors for development: Business and Finance, Healthcare, Sales and Service, Trades and Transport, and Manufacturing. Through the designation of 25 priority occupations, encompassing roles such as cybersecurity specialists and healthcare professionals, this program aims to address regional workforce needs while providing permanent residence opportunities for qualified international candidates.
#rural_immigration, #nova_scotia, #pictou_county, #permanent_residence, #rcip, #skilled_workers, #rural_development, #employment_opportunities
BC’s minimum wage rises to $17.85 per hour
British Columbia is set to implement a new minimum wage increase on June 1, 2025, raising the hourly rate from $17.40 to $17.85 per hour. This 2.6% increase maintains BC’s position as the province with one of the highest minimum wages in Canada. The adjustment affects various worker categories, including liquor servers, live-in camp leaders, and resident caretakers. While the increase aims to address rising living costs, it falls significantly below Metro Vancouver’s current living wage of $27.05, sparking ongoing debates about wage adequacy in high-cost urban areas.
#minimum_wage_bc, #british_columbia, #wage_increase_2025, #worker_rights