December 16, 2022 – Manitoba PNP draw (MPNP) sent 249 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAA) under three different categories of its provincial nominee program. As usual, most of the LAAs; 155 went to Skilled Workers In Manitoba (SWM) having a cut off score 771.
Additionally, 46 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAA) were sent to International Education Stream (IES). 48 LAAs went to Skilled Worker Overseas applicants having a score of 703 or above, under a Strategic Recruitment Initiative. This cut off increased by 103 points as compared to last MPNP Draw.
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Out of 249 LAAs, 36 were issued to the valid Express Entry profiles (FSW, FST, or CEC candidates). For 2022, the MPNP has a quota of 6,367 applications and so far 7,354 invites have already been sent this year.
This category offers permanent residency to individuals who demonstrate that a Manitoba company has offered them a long-term, full-time job. This job offer needs to be after they have completed at least six months (continuous) full-time employment with that company as a temporary foreign worker or international student working graduate.
Self-employed individuals, business owners, owner-operators and individuals providing services as independent contractors are not eligible.
If you graduated from a post-secondary program in another Canadian province, must first have been working for a Manitoba employer for at least one year before applying.
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International Education Stream:
The Graduate Internship Pathway which need a doctoral or master’s degree program from Manitoba in the last 3 years. But, job offer is not mandatory.
The Career Employment Pathway which needs to be graduated in the past 3 years from a DLI. But, 1-year full time job offer is required.
The International Student Entrepreneur Pilot which needs a full-time post-secondary program from Manitoba. It must be at least two years in duration. It requires the applicant to be 51% owner in a Manitoban business and actively working as a senior manager for last 6 months before applying.
Language proficiency of CLB 7 is required to apply.
Skilled Workers Overseas:
To apply under this category, candidates must demonstrate an established connection to Manitoba through:
the support of family members or friends
previous education or work experience in the province
an Invitation to Apply received directly from the MPNP as part of a Strategic Recruitment Initiative.
Apart from this, you must score at least 60 points based on the five selection factors.
THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO THE MPNP:
Refugee claimants, or individuals involved in a federal appeal or removal process
Live-in Caregivers currently living in Canada
Temporary foreign workers currently working and residing in a province other than Manitoba
Spouses of Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Individuals who have been refused by the MPNP within the last six months and who are not able to address the reason(s) for refusal
How to Apply for Manitoba PNP:
Manitoba PNP does not necessarily requires an Express Entry profile, but need an Expression of Interest to be submitted with Manitoba. If you are eligible under one of the above mentioned programs, then click here to create an Expression of Interest with Manitoba.
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The Canadian government uses a system called Express Entry to handle applications for permanent residence. The CRS, a point-based system, is used by Express Entry to rank candidate profiles. While ranking profiles, the factor of age plays a significant role in the Express Entry system because you start to lose points for age after the age of 30 gradually.
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However, you can still gain points in other areas to increase your overall CRS scores. Being over 30 is not a barrier. On the contrary, it allows you to highlight your unique experiences and identify your talents to maximize your points. In this article, you can learn how to increase your CRS points if you lose points due to age.
Basics of Express Entry System
There are two steps involved in applying to immigration streams under Express Entry. The first step is to create an Express Entry profile, which includes basic information about you, such as your education, employment experience, and language skills.
The next step is to evaluate your profile based on the Comprehensive Ranking System or CRS. The Canadian government selects the pool’s top-ranking profiles in a draw about every two weeks to issue an Invitation to Apply (ITA) to the federal government for permanent residence. In a pool of applicants, your position is determined by the CRS score given to your profile.
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Understanding Age Based CRS Points
When applying under Express Entry, if you apply without a spouse or common-law partner, you can get a maximum of 110 points. However, the limit is changed to 100 points for applications made jointly. People in their 20s gain the highest points under the age factor because Canada favours younger immigrants.
A candidate does not get any points for age if they are beyond 45. However, you can still compete even if you are older than the target age group. Below is the age point distribution when applying with and without a spouse and common-law partner.
Next are six ways to boost your CRS score if you are losing points for age.
Although it is not a requirement for Express Entry immigration, having a job offer can increase your points. If candidates receive a job offer, their CRS score may increase by 50–200 points.
An applicant can receive 128 to 136 points in this category, so it’s critical to be skilled in one of the two official languages. Speaking, writing, reading, and listening are the four ways language-related CRS points are divided.
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An applicant will receive points based on how well-versed they are in each category because each category contributes to the final CRS score. Hence, improving your language test score in all possible sections can help increase your overall CRS scores.
If possible, learn French while waiting in Express Entry pool as it can give you additional 50 points.
Explore Provincial Nomination Programs (PNPs)
The Provincial Nomination Program, or PNP, was developed for use in several Canadian provinces and territories to address the demands of regionally specific labour markets.
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The nominee is awarded an additional 600 CRS points for accepting an invitation, the most CRS points from any category a candidate can get in a single distribution. With more than 80 streams open to Express Entry applicants, being nominated virtually ensures an invitation for permanent residence.
Occasionally, changing the primary applicant can help you score higher. For example, the principal applicant should be selected based on who has the highest CRS score if you are applying with your partner.
Some veteran consultants also recommend to not accompany their spouse on Express Entry, if spouse’s profile is causing low score. So, always try different possible scenarios while calculating your CRS score.
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Acquire more work experience
Work experience might increase a candidate’s CRS points in a few different ways. First, the CRS score of a candidate can increase with more work experience.
Moreover, the ability to articulate gained work experience more effectively can also be a powerful approach to scoring points. Finally, depending on your occupation and job type, points will be different.
Improve your Education Background
The CRS point allocation might range from 200 to 250 points, depending on whether an applicant earned their education abroad or within Canada. Getting a second degree or improving on the one you already have can be quite valuable.
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Although increasing your CRS score may be challenging, it is not impossible. Moreover, new changes in the Express Entry system may open further options to increase your points.
For their new upcoming 2023 season, Toronto Blue Jays are hiring for multiple part-time seasonal roles. Regarding the work environment, the staff members are adaptable and creative. Moreover, they thrive in a setting where cooperation, responsibility, and empowerment are the cornerstones of game days and events.
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Toronto Blue Jays are looking to find dedicated and motivated people to join their team and contribute to the success of the 2023 season. Learn about the available positions and how to apply below.
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Toronto Blue Jays Position Details
Please be aware that these are seasonal positions based on the Rogers Centre event schedule for baseball, which runs roughly from March to October 2023.
You might be a good fit for these positions if you meet the following criteria. You are:
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An avid Toronto Blue Jays fan
Dedicated to providing top-notch client service.
An expert multitasker who does well in hectic office settings.
A master at solving issues.
Passionate about baseball and stadium management.
Are open to working in all 81 Toronto Blue Jays home games, including those on weekends, holidays, and evenings
Toronto Blue Jays Available Positions
If you want to join Toronto Blue Jays upcoming season, below are available positions. When applying, you may choose up to three roles that interest you.
The following positions are available for hire:
Gate Staff
Gate Staff are in charge of managing the fan admission experience from the moment they step outside the building till they scan their tickets. Gate staff greet all fans with a warm and courteous demeanour, which helps to set the tone for the fan experience. In addition, they ensure that only supporters with valid tickets enter the premises and will also provide directions.
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Support Staff
Support Staff will primarily work at Rogers Centre events such as concerts and assist with baseball game staffing requirements. Support Staff will be cross-trained and will be able to serve as Ushers as well as Gate Staff.
Ushers
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Ushers are in charge of welcoming fans into their section, assisting them in finding their seats, and ensuring that all fans are seated in their assigned seats. In addition, ushers remain on the scene for the length of the game, ensuring that the fan experience and fan safety are maintained.
Access Support Ushers
Like Ushers, Access Support Ushers help fans with accessibility concerns. Ushers provide support through wheelchair escorts or a strong arm to those who want assistance getting around the stadium. They are in charge of providing an inclusive experience for all of our fans.
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Activation Team Members
Members of the Activation Team will assist the Marketing and Fan Experience teams with promotional giveaways, activations, and concourse support.
Retail Sales Associates
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Retail Sales Associates will provide the supporters best-in-class service within the Jays Shop locations throughout the stadium. In addition, they will engage and connect with our supporters by outfitting them in official Blue Jays clothing to create team pride and community.
Facility Attendants
Facility Attendants will seek to integrate the best practices for ensuring the stadium’s cleanliness and sanitization during events. This includes event cleaning, sanitization, waste management, and inspections.
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Facility Team Leaders
Facility Team Leaders will support and supervise the overall culture of the facility services team and improve the fan experience by adhering to best practices for stadium cleanliness and sanitization during events. This includes being in charge of all areas of event cleaning, sanitizing, trash management, and inspections.
Facility Head Supervisors
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Facility Head Supervisors will lead, coach, and build the overall culture of the facility services team and improve the fan experience by incorporating best practices for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitization of the stadium during events. Supervise all areas of event cleaning, sanitizing, trash management, and inspections.
Fan Services Representatives
Fan Services Representatives will assist fans with any stadium or event-related issues or concerns they may have in person, by phone, or by email at all Toronto Blue Jays home games and Rogers Centre concerts and events.
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Fan Services Supervisors
During the Blue Jays season, Fan Services Supervisors will oversee a staff of Fan Services representatives. They are also in charge of the general direction of the concourse-facing Fan Services staff, ensuring that spectators receive excellent customer service. They will accomplish this through collaboration with the Fan Services Coordinator and Director.
Ballpark Setup Attendants
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Ballpark Setup Attendants are in charge of setting up and breaking down tables, chairs, and activation equipment for various events held at Rogers Centre, including baseball games, meetings, presentations, training courses, camps, clinics, concerts, trade exhibitions, and so on.
Field Operations Attendants
Field Operations Attendants will help with front and back-of-house field operations at Rogers Centre. They will play a major role in installing and maintaining the baseball field at Rogers Centre, assuring that it satisfies MLB standards.
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They will also help install signs, backstop nets, foul poles, and stadium seat repairs as needed. The Field Operations Attendant will be part of a team trying to provide a world-class field for Major League Baseball.
Security
Security guarantees that all guests and staff are secure and comfortable. They conduct enhanced security inspections upon admission to ensure a controlling influence at all Rogers Centre entrances and throughout the building. To be considered, applicants must have a current security license.
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50/50 Fundraisers
During Blue Jays home games in 2023, 50/50 Fundraisers will sell 50/50 tickets to Blue Jays fans at Rogers Centre. Although sales expertise is not essential, Toronto Blue Jays is seeking people enthusiastic about raising cash for the Jays Care Foundation.
50/50 Support Staff
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50/50 Support Staff will drive the 50/50 team, taking the lead on equipment setup, debugging technological issues, and inspiring fundraisers to meet sales goals. Required qualified include people with excellent organizational, punctuality, and teamwork skills.
How to apply?
To apply, click here. First, you would have to create an account or log in. Then follow the instructions to apply. Ensure that you have your updated resume ready. You may need to answer some screening questions.
If your application is chosen to proceed forward in the recruitment process, you will be invited to our Interview Fair on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
If you are on a study permit in Canada, your study permit’s expiration date will inform you when you must complete your studies and depart Canada. However, you must apply for a study permit extension if you want to continue studying.
To find your study permit expiration date, look in the upper right corner of your study permit. Typically, your study permit is valid for the duration of your academic program plus 90 days. Therefore, you can apply for Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) or plan your departure from Canada or apply to extend your study permit.
In this article, you can learn everything you need to know about study permit extension.
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When should you apply to extend your study permit?
If you want to continue studying, you must apply for a study permit extension at least 30 days before your current study permit expires.
However, ensure that your passport and visa do not both expire at the same time. It is because your study permit cannot be extended past the expiration date of your passport.
Apply before your study permit expires. Then, you can continue studying under the same terms as your present permit until IRCC decides on your extension application. However, this only applies while you are in Canada.
Apply for a study permit extension within the 90 days
When you receive your first communication from your school (such as an email, letter, transcript, etc.) that you have completed your program, degree, diploma, or certificate, that is when your 90 days begin.
These 90 days are for you to either apply to extend your stay or to prepare for your departure or apply for Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP).
Moreover, if you complete your studies sooner than expected, your study permit will expire on the date specified on the permit or 90 days after completing your studies.
However, if you complete your studies later than expected, you must request a study permit extension at least 30 days before the original expiry date.
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What should you do if your study permit has expired?
If you want to continue studying in Canada, but your study permit has expired, you must apply for a new one. Request a new study permit and regain your status as a temporary resident of Canada.
If you apply after your permit has expired, you can stay in Canada but cannot study until your status has been restored and you have received your new study permit.
What to do if your educational institution is no longer a DLI?
You have two options if the educational institution has lost its status as a Designated Learning Institution. First, continue your studies until your current study permit expires. It may give you some time to apply to other institutions or think of other plans while you have a valid status in Canada.
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Next, your second option is to transfer to another DLI. This may be your best option if you already have an offer letter from another institution.
Moreover, suppose you intend to leave Canada before or after applying for a study permit extension. In that case, you will be denied re-entry unless you meet specific requirements, which include the following:
You have a valid study permit or a letter of introduction proving that you were authorized for a study permit,
Your DLI is on the approved list of DLIs with the COVID-19 preparedness plan is approved, and
have a valid travel document.
How to apply for a study permit extension?
It would be best to apply for a study permit extension online because you can submit your application easily and find the status of your application quickly. Below are the steps to apply online:
Step 1: Prepare what you will need.
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You will need electronic copies of your documents, so ensure you can access a scanner or a camera. These documents generally include your current study permit, transcripts, and passport. However, you will get a personalized checklist when you apply.
Another thing you may need is a valid credit or debit card to pay the application fees.
Step 2: Refer to the instruction guide.
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Before applying, it is best to read the instruction guide, as it will give you an idea of what to expect in the application. Especially if you need help completing the form, the instruction guide explains how to complete the form.
Step 3: Answer questions to the online tool
While preparing your application, before submitting your forms, you may need to answer a few questions to help generate a personalized checklist.
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Step 4: Be ready to pay your fees
You must pay the processing fees for yourself, and anyone else included on your application. In addition, you must have a valid credit or debit Canada to pay this fee.
Step 5: Make an account or sign in.
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To submit your application online, you will need to create an account, and it will help you with the following:
If you are a newcomer or someone planning to move to Canada, there are several things to prepare you for your new life in Canada. Even though the procedure can seem intimidating, the Canadian government provides numerous resources to help immigrants and newcomers at every stage. Check out 7 things you should do when you arrive in Canada.
When you arrive in Canada, you will need a place to stay immediately. Before you arrive, make a reservation for some temporary housing to save yourself some hassle.
Most hotels and hostels let you book a room online, making them excellent choices for short-term accommodation. However, you can begin investigating a more long-term solution once you have more information about where you intend to reside.
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2. Get a Canadian phone number
The process of investigating and evaluating phone plans is not fun. When you’re jet-lagged and tempted to explore your unfamiliar surroundings, it’s even less fun.
However, this exploration will be simpler if you have a local data plan and can navigate using Google Maps. The sooner you get a local phone number, the more you can avoid expensive roaming fees from your home operator. Additionally, you should try to align these if you have a two-year visa and are considering signing a two-year contract.
Remember that using caller ID and receiving local calls may result in fees if you don’t have a local number.
The public health insurance program is open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Once you’ve decided which province you’ll live in, learn what the provincial plan covers. Each province and territory has its own health insurance plan.
New residents may have to wait up to three months in some provinces before becoming eligible for government health insurance. While you wait, you might get private insurance to cover your needs.
You can alternatively get private insurance for any services that your province’s public plan does not cover. Moreover, some employers in Canada provide their employees with additional health insurance.
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To learn more about health care in Canada, explore this IRCC page.
Working in Canada requires a Social Insurance Number (SIN), a nine-digit number that will need. In addition, you require to participate in government programs and receive benefits.
To get a social security number, you can request one in person at a Service Canada office or by mail. In addition, you must present an original main document, such as a permanent resident card or proof of ongoing residency, to establish your identification and status.
You ought to open a Canadian bank account as soon as possible. You can open a personal bank account in Canada even if you don’t have a job, a permanent address, money to deposit, a good credit rating, or bankruptcy on your record.
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Simply show proper personal identification when you visit a bank in person. You can often get assistance from the bank teller, and many banks offer services designed especially for people new to Canada.
6. Engage with your neighbourhood
It cannot be very comforting to relocate, especially if you don’t know anyone in the country. However, not only will making new friends make you feel more at home, but it will also expand your professional network and help your job search in Canada.
It can be highly beneficial for newcomers to connect with other immigrants or Canadians through immigrant-serving groups. Additionally, you may provide your time to charitable organizations, schools, or community centres in your area. There are numerous ways to get involved; look for events you can attend to meet people who share your interests.
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7. Investigate your city or town
It can be simple to overlook how exciting this whole thing is between the stress of leaving your life back home and the worry of setting up your new life in Canada.
Remember why you chose to go in the first place. It counterbalances your jet lag and active attempts to establish a life in Canada. So, climb the Grouse Grind, visit the top of the CN Tower, and rent a weekend car to explore. Try the thing you’ve wanted to do.
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), the Service Canada Calgary (Alberta), is hiring now for multiple jobs in Calgary. The position has advantages, such as consideration for employee well-being, an open and respectful work environment, competitive benefits, and work-life balance.
Apply now for an Employment and Social Development Canada – Service Canada position, as the first round of assessment already began on November 24, 2022, and is still ongoing. So one good thing is that hiring process is fast.
Salary: $54,878 to $61,379
Closing date: January 31, 2023 – 23:59, Pacific Time
Check out full details below!
Who can apply?
People who live or work in Calgary, Alberta, and the 80 km surrounding it, including, but not limited to, Standard, Cayley, Exshaw, and Didsbury, AB, are welcome to apply.
Possible positions and duties
There are about 50 positions that need to be filled, and it could be in the following.
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Passport Officer (PO):
As a Passport Officer, you will help answer in-person inquiries from people at a Service Canada Centre or a Passport Canada Office. Passport Officers are members of a highly trained team tasked with administering the Canadian Passport Program following policies and procedures.
As a Passport Officer, you will also interact with the general public to review, decide on, and process their passport applications.
Citizen Services Officers are the face of government in your town, responding to citizens’ eService or in-person inquiries in our Service Canada Centres.
The job serves as the primary point of contact for clients seeking in-person access to government services, entitlements, and benefits and facilitates the first point of contact resolution.
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For example, you could assist citizens with various programs and services, such as helping them become self-sufficient using online services or assisting them with pension or passport documents.
Payment Services Officer (PSO) & Program Services Officer (PSO)
You will be crucial in directly assisting some of Canada’s most vulnerable residents while working in teams. In this position, you might call clients to explain program-specific laws, regulations, and protocols that must be followed to obtain the services and benefits the Department manages.
Additionally, you will be in charge of keeping client files on various computer systems. This work directly supports clients’ ability to sustain themselves and their families through pensions, employment insurance, and other benefits.
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Officer of Service Integrity (ISO)
As an Integrity Services Officer, you will determine the eligibility of people applying for services such as Employment Insurance, the Canada Pension Plan, and the Temporary Foreign Worker program.
In addition, you will monitor benefit payments throughout a claim and investigate claimants if there appears to be fraudulent behaviour.
Position requirements and assessments
Education requirements: To be considered, candidates must have a secondary school diploma or an alternative recognized by the employer that may include the following:
Once you create your account, answer the screening questions about your education, experience and background. Ensure that you demonstrate how you meet the minimum requirements in your application.
For more information on the position and how to apply, click here.
On December 6, 2022, IRCC published updates for the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot that come under the Canada Caregiver Program. There are a changes to the experience, language and education requirements, and updated job offer assessment and admissibility criteria.
Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot will start accepting application as enter the new year 2023. IRCC has a quota of accepting only 2,750 applications under each of the pilot programs.
Program deliver updates contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders. Learn about the new program updates below.
Updated language requirements
The candidate must demonstrate that they have achieved a level 5 in the Canadian Language Benchmarks or the Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens in either English or French for each of the four language skill areas:
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reading
writing
speaking
listening
Updated application process and who can apply
Under the Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker pilots, all applications for permanent residency (APR) must be filed at the Case Processing Centre in Edmonton (CPC-E) in Alberta.
There are two caps for each pilot:
Intake cap: In each pilot, a maximum of 2,750 applications will be accepted for intake per calendar year. It applies to all applicants, even if their applications are incomplete.
Processing cap: Each pilot will process a maximum of 2,750 applications per fiscal year. To be deemed complete and eligible for processing, applications must meet the conditions outlined in section 10 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR) and the application kit.
You must meet the eligibility and admission standards directly if you have less than 24 months of relevant Canadian work experience. These include the following:
Officers evaluate applications based on the criteria listed above. If the applicant is eligible and admissible, an occupation-restricted open work permit (OROWP) is issued, and the permanent residency application is placed on hold.
Dependents who apply for permanent residency with the principal applicant may be entitled to join the principal applicant and may be granted open work permits or study permits.
When applying for permanent residence through one of these pilot programs, applicants must submit an application for a work permit for themselves, as well as applications for work or study permits or applications to enter Canada as a visitor or to extend their stay as a visitor for any accompanying dependents.
The principal applicant must obtain 24 months of valid, full-time Canadian work experience after receiving an OROWP. To remain eligible for the program, this must occur within three years of receiving their OROWP. Applicants must provide documentation of gaining this work experience within three years of receiving their OROWP.
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If the officer believes that the work experience submitted before issuing the OROWP does not match the criteria for valid work experience (e.g., inadequate time or inaccurate NOC) after the issuance of the OROWP, they may decline the application.
Direct entry into the permanent residence category (Category B)
A candidate with at least 24 months of qualified Canadian work experience must meet the following requirements:
The application may be rejected if the officer determines that the provided work experience does not satisfy the requirements for acceptable work experience (e.g., the applicant does not have sufficient work experience or appropriate work experience).
Updated completeness check upon receipt
Applications submitted for the Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker pilot programs must be checked for completeness following the standards and the application kit specifications in effect at the time of submission.
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If the application satisfies all requirements, the Case Processing Center does the following:
Inputs application information into the Global Case Management System (GCMS)
reimburses the processing fee
provides the applicant with an acknowledgement of receipt with an E number
If the application is incomplete, the CPC notifies the applicant and records the incident in GCMS before returning the package and fees to them. In general, there are exceptions. As for assessing applications for completeness, offices can provide assistance when necessary. It is especially true when a document is missing and a documented explanation for its absence is provided.
Examining the application against the selection criteria
Based on the information and documentation provided in the application, applicants are evaluated against the pass-and-fail selection criteria listed below. In addition, to get authorized, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Education -The candidate must submit proof that they have completed either of the following items:
A 1-year post-secondary (or higher) educational credential in Canada or
a foreign educational credential equivalent to the above, as well as an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) report issued for immigration reasons by an IRCC-designated organization
Whether or not they are accompanying, the primary candidate and their family members must undergo security, criminal background checks, and medical exams.
After the application has met specific eligibility requirements and either of the following, an officer will evaluate these admissibility conditions:
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Once all requirements, including those pertaining to work experience, have been satisfied and the candidate has demonstrated that they have at least 24 months of verifiable relevant work experience in their original application (Category B – Direct to permanent residence)
Before the application is granted an occupation-restricted open work permit (OROWP), if the applicant has less than 24 months of qualifying work experience (Category A – Gaining experience – stage 1)
Before granting permanent residence status, the officer checks that the applicant and family members, whether accompanying or not, are still allowed to Canada when the applicant presents documentation of obtaining 24 months of qualifying work experience. This may necessitate extra medical examinations (if they have not expired) and additional police checks.
Applicants are highly advised to provide police certifications with their application. If the police certificates are not included, the processing office must seek one for the applicant’s current country of residence and one for any country where they have lived for 6 months or more since they were 18.
What is Canada Caregiver program?
Families can hire foreign caregivers to look after children, seniors, or anyone with documented medical needs in their homes. However, with the ongoing labour shortage, Canada has a severe shortage of caregivers. Due to this, the government introduced the pilot caregiver program.
Currently, two programs under the Caregiver pilot enable Canadian citizens and permanent residents residing in Canada to employ foreign caregivers to work in their homes, Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot.
The Home Child Care Provider Pilot focuses on those who work with young children under 18. While the Home Support Worker pilot is for those who assist the elderly, people with disabilities and recovering patients.
Why No Express Entry Draw Today. All the candidates having an Express Entry profile were eagerly waiting for the details of bi-weekly draw. Details of the Express Entry draws are usually made public by IRCC between 1:00 to 4:00 pm EST after every 2 weeks.
But, there was no draw at all. Furthermore, no information was made public by IRCC on why there was no Express Entry Draw today. However, we believe that draw was not held because of ongoing glitches/technical errors in the Express Entry system.
The errors/glitches in the Express Entry system started after the implementation of new NOC codes on November 16, 2022. Only one draw was held after November 16, 2022 which invited some ineligible Express Entry profiles and left out some eligible ones.
Major Technical Issues In The Express Entry System
Some of the Express Entry profiles did not get an invitation to apply (ITA) in the November 23 draw, despite having a CRS score higher than the specified cut off. While some ineligible profiles were invited, this was due to some profiles receiving extra CRS points.
Another snag was that candidates were not given credit for their spouse’s Canadian employment experience. Applicants typically obtain 70 CRS points for their spouse’s Canadian employment experience.
Furthermore, some applicants were identified as eligible for the Canadian Experience Class and received an invitation to apply. However, they did not have the required Canadian work experience.
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Moreover, certain applicants received additional CRS points for which they were ineligible and were invited to apply based on those invalid scores.
As we know IRCC is full of surprises and lack proactive communication. They might be trying to test their Express Entry system to try a new targeted Express Entry draw. However, this reason only has 1% chance for being a reason behind no Express Entry draw today.
These technical errors and lack of communication reflects quite badly on IRCC, being an important government organization and having a massive financial budget allocation. If they are troubleshooting the online errors or draw announcement is delayed, then a proactive communication or notification could have been sent to the applicants to expect this.
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Or, simply Express Entry rounds of invitations page should have an update highlighted at the top. As of now, IRCC social media handles as well as notice and news page are still mum. They have not provided any information on no Express Entry draw today.
IRCC is yet to acknowledge and respond to these ongoing glitches. However, answer for no Express Entry draw today seems to be hidden in the above mentioned ongoing issues.
The City of Toronto administers 42 indoor arenas and 53 outdoor artificial ice rinks. With winter approaching, they are hiring for several Ski, Skate, and Snowboard jobs. 10 part-time positions are available that pay between $15.50 and $21.19.
Toronto offers a range of Leisure and Instructional Skating programs, including Instructional Skate, Leisure Skate, Hockey, Figure Skate, Sledge Hockey, and Shinny Hockey at indoor and outdoor rinks. In addition, Scarborough has two rinks that are open all year.
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The Earl Bales Ski and Snowboard Centre, located in the City of Toronto, provides outstanding ski hills and a range of programs for both beginner and experienced skiers and snowboarders.
Learn about the offered positions, along with application deadlines and responsibilities for each below.
Skate Programs Head Instructor-Toronto/East York District
Hourly rate: $21.19 Closing date: December 14, 2022
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Some of the responsibilities include the following:
Provide coordination, direction, and instruction for skating programs.
Helps with hiring, training, and managing instructors, assistants, and volunteers.
Supervises testing methods and teaches classes as necessary.
Provides program information through interactions with staff, participants, observers, and community members
Obeys all safety and policy requirements as specified in policy and procedure manuals.
Carries out office work to support the program.
Takes action to address occurrences, accidents, issues, and emergencies.
Takes part in planning and directing extraordinary events.
Attends meetings and training sessions and participates.
Ensures staff members design and conduct programs per the Healthy Child Development (HIGH FIVE®) standards.
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You can extend your Canada work permit or amend its conditions if your work permit is about to expire. However, you must apply to extend your work permit at least 30 days before your current work permit expires. Getting a work permit extension also depends on the type of work permit you want to extend.
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Moreover, if you apply to extend or change the conditions of your work permit before it expires, you can legally stay in Canada while your application is processing. In this article, you can learn about who can apply to extend or change conditions on their work permits and how to apply.
Who can apply to extend or change conditions on their work permits?
If the following applies to you, then you can apply to extend your work permit:
You want to extend your work permit.
Require to make changes to the conditions on your work permit like:
Change in the type of work you do
Changes in the employer you can work for
Change where you can work.
This includes limitations imposed because you required a medical examination. For example, you may have received an open work permit with restrictions on working in health care because you did not pass a medical exam.
Need to update your gender on your work permit
Use this application and attach the Request for a Change of Sex or Gender Identifier form [IRM 0002] if you identify as a different gender from the one shown on your work permit.
You could request an amendment to a current temporary resident document if IRCC made a mistake on your work permit.
Employer-specific work permits allow you to work for a particular employer under certain conditions. You must apply to extend or amend the terms of your work permit if:
Your job position has been extended.
There are changes in your current job, such as:
Your pay rate has changed.
new or updated responsibilities
You got another job offer.
Want to work for a new employer
Remember that you cannot start working at a different job or for a new employer until you receive your work permit with the new conditions.
Extending open work permits
If you currently have an open work permit, you might be able to extend it if you’re still qualified to work in Canada. Remember that an open work permit allows you to work under any employer anywhere in Canada. You are not restricted to work under a specific employer or any particular conditions on an open work permit.
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Next, learn how to apply to extend your work permit.
How to apply to extend your work permit?
You often submit an online application to extend or modify your work permit’s requirements. Applying online helps ensure that you submit a complete application. You will also receive a letter proving that you can continue working under the same conditions as your current work permit.
Moreover, you will save on mailing and courier fees and receive application status updates directly in your account. Below are the steps to apply online.
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Step 1: Prepare everything you need
Ensure that you have digital copies of all your documents and access to a camera or a scanner if needed. You will also need a valid international debit or credit card to pay the application fee of $155, depending on the application type.
Step 2: Refer to the IRCC instruction guide
Depending on the type of work permit you plan to extend, you can refer to the IRCC’s complete instruction guide before completing your application. It details how to complete each field on the form.
Step 3: Answer questions to the IRCC’s online tool
You must respond to a few questions before you can upload your forms. IRCC will provide you with a personalized document checklist based on your responses.
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Step 4: Prepare to pay the fees
You would have to pay the processing fees for yourself plus anyone included in your application. IRCC will ask you to pay your fees towards the end of your application.
Work permit fee: $155
Open work permit holder fee: $100
If you are applying for an open work permit, ensure that you pay both the work permit and the open work permit holder fee.
Step 5: Sign in or create your new online account.
To apply online, you must have an account. With an online account, you can pay your fees, submit your application and check your application status.
On December 5, 2022, Ontario published a news release discussing trade opportunities with India and its success in bringing investment to Ontario. The province of Ontario promoted its strengths to attract investment and increase exports in critical areas.
The Ontario government has returned from a successful trade mission to India to improve partnerships with economic partners and attract new investments in essential industries like manufacturing, technology, and life sciences.
Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation, and Trade, Vic Fedeli led the mission, which resulted in renewed commitments to collaborate with the states of Maharashtra and Telangana, as well as an announcement by 88 Pictures, a Mumbai-based animation and media entertainment company, to expand to Ontario.
“Ontario and India have a long history as economic partners and friends, and our government is proud to be back in India to build on that relationship,” said Minister Fedeli. “We continue to drive long-term economic growth by attracting investments and creating opportunities, while promoting the province as a leading destination for international investment.”
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Ontario’s initiative to bring new investment from India
With over 900,000 residents of Indian descent, Ontario has the highest Indian population in the entire country; obvious, it is the largest . In addition, more than 75,000 international students from India are enrolled in colleges and institutions in Ontario.
From November 25 to December 2, 2022, Ontario’s delegation visited major companies in India to promote the province as a worldwide innovation hub and a great investment area.
It featured a meeting with 88 Pictures, which declared, along with Toronto Global, that Ontario would be the first destination for the company’s international expansion. Over the next two years, this investment will create 150 new employment in Ontario.
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The other highlights were meetings with HCL Technologies, Motherson Sumi, Jubilant Bhartia Group, Larsen & Toubro, ITC Infotech, Essar, Tata, and ICICI.
Job opportunities that investment from India will create
Trade in both directions between Ontario and India was worth $3.7 billion in 2021. Over 40 Ontario companies have a presence in India, while 69 Indian businesses are active there.
India’s significant recent investments in Ontario include:
Infosys, which plans to add 500 new jobs nationwide by 2024;
HCL, plans to hire more than 2,000 new workers nationwide by 2024, including more than 1,000 in Mississauga;
Tata Consultancy Services, which opened its fifth global innovation hub in Toronto and will add 5,000 new jobs and 100 new internships nationwide;
L&T Technology Services, which recently announced plans to open an engineering and R&D center in Toronto;
And Zoho, which recently launched in Cornwall, Ontario.
To draw in and expedite investment negotiations, aid small and medium-sized businesses in increasing their export capability, and publicize the province’s Open for the Business mandate, Ontario has trade and investment offices in cities like New Delhi and Mumbai.
Ontario remains dedicated to using cutting-edge strategies to build on its advantages and promote the province as a desirable place to conduct business.
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India and Ontario business expansion initiative
The Ontario delegation also participated in the Mumbai Business Forum of the Canada-India Business Council and the annual conference of the Indo-Canada Business Chamber to highlight the province’s position as a global innovator.
Additionally, the delegation hosted a roundtable with innovative companies based in India to discuss their global growth and expansion strategies.
The province of Ontario also updated its long-standing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Indian states of Maharashtra and Telangana as part of the trade trip.
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The new MOUs will promote ongoing cooperation on significant projects in various industries, such as automotive, aerospace, media, and entertainment. All three jurisdictions will be able to continue to develop and innovate due to this timely renewal.
As a result, the province remains one of the most competitive regions for businesses to invest in and grow because of its skilled workforce, cutting-edge research and development facilities, award-winning manufacturing, and access to a wealth of essential materials.
Today, IRCC Minister Sean Fraser launched a request for proposals under the Foreign Credential Recognition Program on behalf of Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development, and Disability Inclusion.
Canadian government is now realizing that half of all newcomers to Canada have a bachelor’s degree or above. Despite their educational achievements, skilled newcomers in all sectors confront higher unemployment than Canadian-born citizens and are less likely to work in the regulated vocations for which they have trained.
Numerous occupations, including physicians, nurses, paramedics, respiratory therapists, and medical laboratory technicians, are experiencing severe shortages. According to a Statistics Canada analysis, talented entrants are underutilized in the health sector, with 47% of skilled newcomers with a health education from overseas jobless or underemployed in non-health professions requiring only a high school diploma.
As per today’s announcement up to $90 million will be spent in projects that will assist remove obstacles that prohibit qualified and talented immigrants from getting Canadian work experience in their field of study or profession.
According to the press release, projects must focus on at least one of the following areas to be eligible:
Reducing obstacles to foreign credential recognition for internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs) through enhancing recognition processes, streamlining credential recognition stages, and expanding access to field practise.
Providing IEHPs with appropriate Canadian work experience for their preferred fields of employment, while also providing wrap-around services for participants such as childcare and transportation costs, as well as mentoring and coaching.
Facilitating labour mobility between Canadian jurisdictions for health care professionals and IEHPs is order to minimize structural and administrative barriers for health care professionals who seek to work in another Canadian jurisdiction.
Successful projects must involve at least one of the following acceptable activities, according to the call for proposals:
Development, testing, and implementation of credential recognition systems with an emphasis on reducing regulatory processes and/or harmonisation of occupational standards in order to increase international credential recognition and/or interprovincial labour mobility.
Wage subsidies, job placements, and mentorship are provided to IEHPs to assist them in integrating into the Canadian labour market.
Organizations can apply for financing through this request for ideas until January 30, 2023.
Successful projects will be awarded a minimum of $500,000 and a maximum of $10 million.
Provincial, territorial, and local governments, regulatory agencies, professional associations, industrial associations, unions, post-secondary universities, hospitals and healthcare facilities, and not-for-profit organizations will be eligible receivers.
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One of the most popular programs is the Express Entry system, the primary source of economic immigration to Canada. However, several widespread myths mislead many who intend to use Express Entry.
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To help you with your journey, below are 10 common myths about the Express Entry system.
Myth 1: You can immigrate to Canada by submitting an Express Entry profile
Creating an Express Entry profile does not mean you will undoubtedly receive an invitation to apply and be allowed to apply for Canadian permanent residence.
Express Entry profiles are valid for 12 months. After that, you can renew your Express Entry profile, but if your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score is too low, you might never get an invitation to apply until you increase your CRS score.
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Additionally, candidates in Express Entry are chosen based on their CRS score, not randomly. Therefore, if you are a potential candidate, you can review the prior draw results to determine whether or not your score will be competitive.
There is no lottery component in Express Entry. Invitation rounds, or drawings as they are usually known, are not random. Express Entry draws are announced bi-weekly and conditions are specified along with minimum CRS cut off score.
Only those with the CRS scores above the cut off gets an invitation to apply. Furthermore, invite is only sent to the eligible candidates based on conditions mentioned in that particular draw.
Myth 3: Any person can submit an Express Entry profile
The most frequent misbelief regarding Express Entry is that anyone can submit a profile. However, it is untrue; only qualified individuals who meet the requirements of one of the following Express Entry programs can submit their profile:
Completing an approved language exam and receiving an evaluation of your educational credentials do not guarantee that you meet the requirements of any of the three programs.
Myth 4: Provincial nomination is needed for everyone who submits an Express Entry profile
It is not necessary to submit an Express Entry profile to be nominated by a province. Candidates who receive a provincial nomination will see their CRS score increase by 600 points, but those who already have a high enough CRS score do not need a provincial nomination.
In addition, provincial nominations are more expensive and may take longer to process because of provincial government expenses. Additionally, those who accept a provincial nomination must show that they intend to reside and work in the province that has given them the nomination.
Myth 5: To submit an Express Entry profile, you must have a job offer
Not all applicants must have a job offer to qualify for Express Entry. For example, depending on the immigration category you qualify for, a job offer from a Canadian business may not be necessary.
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For example, the minimum FSW points requirement for Federal Skilled Workers may require a legitimate employment offer for some individuals, but many applicants satisfy this requirement even without one.
Federal Skilled Trades, candidates may need a legitimate job offer to complete the minimum program requirements. However, no job offer is necessary if they possess a certificate from a Canadian province or territory stating that they are qualified to perform their trade.
Depending on the position’s NOC skill level, candidates with a legitimate job offer will increase their CRS score by 50 or 200 points. Lastly, having a job offer does not always increase your chances of being invited to apply for permanent residence, but it does help.
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Myth 6: Anyone who wants to increase their CRS score can submit a provincial nomination
Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) are available in all Canadian provinces (except for Quebec) and two of its territories; although, not everyone is qualified to apply. In addition, most PNP streams require candidates to have a valid job offer.
For some PNP streams, the provinces consider additional requirements in addition to a job offer, such as the applicant’s primary National Occupational Classification (NOC) code, Comprehensive Ranking System score, and any ties they may have to the particular province or territory.
Myth 7: Couples must only add one person to their Express Entry profile
Suppose an applicant is married or living with them in a common-law relationship. In that case, their spouse or partner may create an Express Entry profile if they match the qualifications for the Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program, or Federal Skilled Trades Program. Because they have a higher CRS score, couples frequently select one person as the primary applicant.
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Conversely, the individual with the lower CRS score may be eligible for different PNPs, increasing the couple’s chances of receiving a provincial nomination. Nevertheless, it may be advantageous for couples to create profiles for both partners if they are both eligible.
Myth 8: Language scores do not matter
All applicants who create an Express Entry profile must pass an approved French or English language test. It doesn’t matter if you studied French or English in college or if you’re from a country where either language is the national language.
Many candidates think their scores will be as high as possible if they take the official test and score at least the minimum level needed for their immigration program. That’s incorrect.
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Candidates who attain Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 9 will have better scores than those who meet the minimum requirements. Those who earn CLB level 10 or higher will be eligible for even more points.
Myth 9: Express Entry limits where a person can live in Canada
Candidates may also be eligible for a provincial nomination once they have entered the Express Entry system. You can relocate anywhere in Canada if you receive an invitation to apply via Express Entry, except for Quebec. Express Entry should not be used by those seeking immigration to Quebec.
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A candidate must intend to reside and work in the province that has provided them with the provincial nomination if they get an invitation to apply as that province’s nominee. However, a person can live and work anywhere in Canada if granted permanent residence status.
Myth 10: Family members cannot submit an Express Entry profile
The candidate must specify their spouse or partner, if applicable, and whether they will travel with them while creating an Express Entry profile. After they get an Invitation to Apply, they will be required to mention their spouse or partner and any dependents.
It includes stepchildren, adopted children, and children through a previous relationship. As long as they are not determined to be inadmissible to Canada, all spouses, partners, and dependant children can apply for permanent residence status with the applicant.
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