Prince Edward Island Issues 219 Canada Immigration Invitations In New Provincial Draw

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Prince Edward Island Issues 219 Canada Immigration Invitations In New Provincial Draw

Prince Edward Island has conducted two new provincial draws, issuing invitations to apply to 219 skilled worker and entrepreneur Canada immigration candidates.

In a June 15 draw, invitations issued through the Labour Impact, Express Entry and Business Impact Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) streams.

It saw 118 invites issued to Labour Impact and Express Entry candidates, while Business Impact candidates received 4 invitations. Business Impact candidates required a minimum score of 82 points.

A June 1 draw saw 97 invitations issued exclusively to Labour Impact and Express Entry candidates.

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PEI PNP Immigration Draw

Date Category Invites Issued Minimum Score
15-06-2023 Labour Impact/Express Entry 118 N/A
Business Impact 4 82
01-06-2023 Labour Impact/Express Entry 97 N/A

PEI launched its Expression of Interest system at the start of 2018, and has made monthly draws ever since, with some disruption due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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PEI issued a total of 1,853 invites during 2022, compared to 1,933 in 2021.Of the 2022 invites, 1,729 went to Labour Impact and Express Entry candidates, with the remaining 124 going to Business Impact candidates.

Prince Edward Island Express Entry Stream

PEI’s Express Entry category operates by considering candidates already in the federal Express Entry Pool for a provincial nomination.

Such a nomination adds 600 points to a candidate’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score and effectively guarantees an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian immigration.

The PEI Express Entry Category features two pathways to Canadian permanent residence, one for candidates with a job offer and one for those without.

Prince Edward Island Labour Impact Category

1) Skilled Worker Stream

This employer driven stream allows skilled workers with an employment offer in PEI to be nominated for Canadian Permanent residence if they meet the following criteria:

  • A full time employment offer from a Prince Edward Island business in an occupation classified as TEER category 0, 1, 2 or 3 of the National Occupational Classification (NOC);
  • Completion of a post-secondary education, with a minimum of 14 years of formal education;
  • Between 21 and 55 years of age;
  • At least 2 years of full time work experience in the past 5 years;
  • Sufficient proficiency in English or French to occupy the employment offered;
  • Sufficient settlement funds;
  • Demonstrated intention to settle in Prince Edward Island.

2) Critical Worker Stream

This category is designed to resolve labour shortages and is open to foreign workers already in PEI with employment in specific critical demand occupations. The primary criteria for nomination are:

A full time offer of employment from a Prince Edward Island business in one of the following occupations:

  • Truck driver;
  • Customer service representative;
  • Labourer;
  • Food & beverage server;
  • Housekeeping attendant.
  • 6 months of work experience with the Prince Edward Island business offering employment;
  • Current valid Canadian work permit;
  • High school diploma and minimum of 12 years of formal education;
  • Between 21 and 55 years of age;
  • At least 2 years of full-time work experience in the past 5 years;
  • Demonstrate basic proficiency in English or French language;
  • Sufficient settlement funds;
  • Demonstrated intention to settle in Prince Edward Island.

Prince Edward Island Business Impact Category

Work Permit Stream

Individuals applying under the P.E.I. Work Permit Stream must obtain a Canadian work permit and work for a P.E.I. business for a certain amount of time as designated in a Performance Agreement.

After the Performance Agreement is fulfilled, the applicant must make a minimum $150,000 investment in the business and commit to managing the business on a daily basis from within P.E.I.

Previously, Prince Edward Island operated direct permanent residence business streams, but these were closed in September 2018 over immigration fraud concerns.

Canada’s Population Hits 40 Million, Fueled By Immigration

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Canada’s Population Hits 40 Million, Fueled By Immigration

Canada’s population has surged past 40 million, fueled by immigration, the latest Statistics Canada figures reveal.

“This is an exciting milestone for Canada,” said Anil Arora, Statistics Canada’s chief statistician. 

“It is a strong signal that Canada remains a dynamic and welcoming country, full of potential. As we head into Canada Day, this is certainly cause for celebration!”

Canada is bucking the trend of population decline in the G7 with the fastest population growth, 2.7 per cent, among those countries. 

That’s also the fastest population growth in Canada since 1957 when immigration and the arrival of the Baby Boomers caused the country’s population to surge ahead by 3.3 per cent.

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“As we reach 40 million Canadians, the future of our population depends on the decisions we make today,” notes Statistics Canada on its website.

“If current immigration levels stay in place, Canada’s population could hit the 50-million mark by 2043. That’s just 20 years from now. For comparison, it took 26 years to go from 30 to 40 million.

The Statistical and demographic services agency estimates that by 2041 two in five Canadians could be born abroad, which would be a record high.

Canada is bullish on immigration.

In its 2023-2025 Immigration Levels Plan, Ottawa has set its immigration target for 2023 at 465,000 new permanent residents. The country is to welcome 485,000 new permanent residents in 2024 and another 500,000 in 2025. That’s a total of 1.45 million immigrants to Canada over the coming three years.

Immigration Minister Sean Fraser has kicked off a national fact-finding tour to discover what Canadians think about the country’s immigration policies.

That initiative is being dubbed An Immigration System for Canada’s Future.

“Immigration is critical to Canada’s long-term success and we need to ensure our policies and programs are aligned with the needs of our communities,” said Fraser.

“That’s why the government of Canada is launching this large-scale engagement initiative, which will provide an opportunity for a wide range of stakeholders and Canadians to share their ideas and perspectives on how we can build a stronger, more adaptive immigration system for Canada’s future.”

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Through this engagement initiative, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has held in-person dialogue sessions across the country, thematic workshops and conducted a survey for the public and its clients.

Those who wanted to contribute to the future of Canada’s immigration system could respond to an online survey, available starting in March, in addition to the dialogue sessions and thematic workshops with stakeholders.

Last year, IRCC data reveals Canada welcomed 437,120 new permanent residents.

Immigration accounts for almost all of Canada’s labour force growth, with more than 75 per cent of Canada’s population growth coming from immigration, mostly in the economic category.

Those rising levels of immigration are seen by many as vital to ensuring Canada can resolve its serious labour shortages and help employers fill positions left empty for a lack of suitable candidates.

Pros And Cons Of Canada’s Current Immigration Levels Debated By Politicians

But as inflation climbed halfway through last year others expressed concern Canada’s immigration levels were so high as to be fueling immigration and taxing the country’s social safety net and infrastructure.

Among the most outspoken of those calling for lower immigration levels was People’s Party of Canada (PPC) Leader Maxime Bernier – who ran for a seat in the House of Commons in a by-election in Manitoba this week – who said Ottawa’s ambitious immigration targets for the next few years just aren’t sustainable.

“It’s mass immigration,” said the leader of the fledgling right-wing party in a Rebel News report. “Yes, we must have sustainable immigration but we believe we must have lower immigration than that number.”

In the last federal election, the PPC got 4.9 per cent of the popular vote and failed to elect a single candidate to the House of Commons. The party regularly polls at less than five per cent of popular support.

But worries over Canada’s immigration levels and how the country can provide an adequate level of settlement services to all the newcomers persist.

In the francophone province of Quebec, provincial Immigration Minister Christine Fréchette has told Ottawa the province will not be accepting significantly more immigrants in the coming years.

“It is up to Quebec to set its own targets for permanent immigration,” she tweeted in French. “The upper limit for Quebec is now 50,000 (new permanent residents) due to our capacity to welcome, provide French-language services and integrate them.”

Canada is, arguably, a nation of immigrants. In 2021, more than 8.3 million people, or 23 per cent of the population, were, or had ever been, landed immigrants or permanent residents in Canada.

Quebec and New Brunswick Say They Will No Longer Keep Immigration Detainees In Jails

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Quebec and New Brunswick Say They Will No Longer Keep Immigration Detainees In Jails

Quebec and New Brunswick will no longer keep immigration detainees in provincial jails after cancelling their contracts with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

That brings the total of provinces who have decided to cancel these contracts with the CBSA to seven, including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Nova Scotia.

Quebec will stop imprisoning immigration detainees in its provincial jails by the end of this year. New Brunswick will put an end to the practice by Feb. 28 next year.

Migrant rights and civil liberties activists are thrilled by the move.

“We thank Quebec and New Brunswick for championing Canada’s growing consensus on immigration detention in provincial jails,” said Ketty Nivyabandi, secretary general of Amnesty International Canada’s English-speaking section. 

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“Now, seven provinces representing nearly two thirds of the Canadian population have declared they no longer wish to participate in the inhumane, discriminatory practice of jailing migrants and refugees.

“It’s time for the three remaining provinces, including Ontario, whose jails hold more people in immigration detention than any other province, and the federal government to finally side with history and justice.”

Ontario, which holds the greatest number of detainees in provincial jails, is reportedly reviewing its agreement with the CBSA.

Saskatchewan is ending its contract with the CBSA which will expire by September this year. Manitoba’s contract will end next year.

By then, immigration detention will have already ended in British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and Alberta.

Amnesty International Canada and Human Rights Watch both maintain there are human rights violations that take place within immigration detention and have called on the provinces and Ottawa to put a stop to immigration detention in provincial jails.

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“The decisions taken by Quebec and New Brunswick represent an important step towards putting an end to a harmful and discriminatory system of immigration detention,” said France-Isabelle Langlois, executive director of Amnistie internationale Canada. 

“It is unacceptable that people fleeing conflict, disaster or extreme poverty find themselves in prison, in some cases in maximum-security detention. The federal government should take this as a cue to abolish immigration detention and put human rights at the core of its immigration and refugee-protection systems.”

Advocates who have been calling on Ottawa to end the housing of Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) detainees in provincial jails across Canada are seeing this as the long-awaited result of their lobbying.

CBSA Detained 1,445 Migrants In Second Quarter Of Last Year

The latest data from the CBSA shows there were 1,445 migrants detained in Canada during the three months that ended Sept. 30 last year, the most recent quarter for which data is available.

Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia are at that time the three provinces with the greatest numbers of migrants being detained.

Persons Detained Sorted By Province

Province First quarter Second quarter
Alberta 63 53
British Columbia 223 283
Manitoba 8 4
New Brunswick 7 3
Newfoundland and Labrador 2 0
Northwest Territories 0 0
Nova Scotia 1 1
Ontario 644 574
Prince Edward Island 0 0
Quebec 435 525
Saskatchewan 13 2
Yukon 0 0

Canada holds migrants for detention based on seven grounds:

  • Examination. If an officer considers it necessary to get more information from a migrant to complete an examination, that person can be detained to allow the officer to do so. An examination can be as simple as a few questions but can also include an examination of the person’s personal belongings, more intensive questioning, or personal searches;
  • Suspicion of serious criminality, criminality or organized criminality;
  • Suspicion of inadmissibility on grounds of security;
  • Suspicion of inadmissibility on grounds of human/international rights violation;
  • Identity. If an officer is unable to verify an individual’s identity, that person may be detained;
  • Danger to the public, or;
  • Unlikely to appear. A person may be detained if an officer believes the person is unlikely to appear for examination, an admissibility hearing, removal from Canada or at a proceeding that could lead to the making of a removal order.

Manitoba Issues 540 Canada Immigration Invitations In New PNP Draw

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Manitoba Issues 540 Canada Immigration Invitations In New PNP Draw

Manitoba has issued 540 invitations to apply in a new Canada immigration draw through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program.

The June 15 draw saw LAAs issued through three MPNP streams.

A batch of 255 invitations with a lowest score of 602 went to Skilled Workers in Manitoba candidates currently employed in Manitoba in one of the following major group occupations:

  • 72 – Technical trades and transportation officers and controllers
  • 731 – General construction trades
  • 732 – Building maintenance installers, servicers and repairers
  • 734 – Operators, drillers and blasters

Meanwhile, Skilled Workers in Manitoba candidates in all occupations received 205 LAAs, with a minimum score of 665 points.

International Education Stream candidates received 59 LAAs.

The remaining 21 LAAs went to Skilled Workers Overseas candidates through a Strategic Recruitment Initiative, with a minimum score of 718.

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Manitoba stated that 187 of the 540 candidates invited had valid Express Entry IDs and job seeker validation codes.

For detailed requirements of all the streams featured in this draw, please see below.

What Were the Details of the Latest Manitoba Draw?

Stream Sub-Stream Letters of Advice to Apply Score of Lowest Ranked Candidate
1) Skilled Workers in Manitoba Occupation-specific selection 255 602
All occupations 205 665
2) International Education Stream 59 –
3) Skilled Workers Overseas Strategic Recruitment Initiative 21 718

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How Do I Qualify For The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream?

The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream (SWM) is based on the specific needs of Manitoba employers. SWM selects foreign-trained workers with the required skills and nominates them for Canada permanent residence. The stream prioritizes candidates with a strong attachment to Manitoba, with two pathways to Manitoba immigration.

a) Manitoba Work Experience Pathway

For applicants currently working in Manitoba on temporary work permits, through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program or as international graduates from any province. Candidates do not need to be working in In-Demand Occupations.

b) Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway

For applicants from overseas with job offers from approved Manitoba employers.

How Do I Qualify For The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream?

The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (SWO) includes both a dedicated Canada Express Entry Pathway and a direct provincial pathway.

It is aimed at international skilled workers with skills and training in Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations. Priority is given to applicants and spouses with close family connections, plus the language proficiency, training and experience to find jobs quickly.

a) Manitoba Express Entry Pathway

For international candidates eligible under another MPNP stream, who also meet Express Entry criteria and have an active Express Entry profile. Candidates need skills, training and experience in one of Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations, and a strong family connection to the province.

b) Human Capital Pathway

For international skilled workers with skills, training and experience in one of Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations. Candidates must demonstrate potential to find employment soon after they arrive in Manitoba.

What Are The Requirements For the International Education Stream?

The International Education Stream (IES) is dedicated to international graduates from Manitoba colleges and universities. Under IES, candidates are no longer required to work for six months in their field before applying for an MPNP nomination. It has three pathways:

1) Career Employment Pathway  

Eligibility requirements include:

  • Completed a one-year or longer course from an eligible post-secondary Manitoba institution within three years of submission of application.
  • Have a full-time job offer in a Manitoba In-Demand occupation related to the completed degree
  • Resident of Manitoba

2) Graduate Internship Pathway

Masters and Doctoral degree holders who have completed Mitacs Accelerate or Elevate internships can apply for nomination through internships even without a job offer in the province.

3) Student Entrepreneur Pathway

Eligibility requirements include:

  • Completed a two-year or longer course from an eligible post-secondary Manitoba institution
  • Six months business operation experience in Manitoba
  • Resident of Manitoba since graduation.
  • No specific minimum personal net worth requirement

Canada Should Wait Before Offering Permanent Residency To Ukrainians, Experts Say

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Canada Should Wait Before Offering Permanent Residency To Ukrainians, Experts Say

Canada should wait before it offers Ukrainians on temporary resident visas the opportunity to become permanent residents as it could send the wrong message to those still fighting for their freedom back home, experts say.

“We want to, generally, encourage the eight to 11 million people that fled to go back and rebuild,” Ihor Michalchyshyn, chief executive officer of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress, reportedly told the Canadian Press.

Any move by Ottawa to offer Ukrainians permanent residency would likely have to be closely co-ordinated with the Ukrainian government, McGill Institute for the Study of Canada director Daniel Béland reportedly told the news agency.

In diplomatic circles, a premature offer of permanent residency to Ukrainians could be seen as a sign that Ottawa is less-than-optimistic about Ukraine’s chances of winning this war and beat back Russian forces.

“This is something that certainly should involve a discussion with the Ukrainian government,” Béland reportedly said. “At the same time, we don’t know how long this conflict will be. It’s unlikely to end any time soon.”

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Immigration Minister Sean Fraser is widely expected to soon announce a program to grant permanent residency to Ukrainians with familial ties. But a permanent residency program for other Ukrainians is thought to be unlikely for at least another year.

That is because Ottawa wants to continue to show support for the Ukraine’s fight for freedom against the onslaught of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s forces.

They invaded the Ukraine in February last year. Canada responded by opening its arms to Ukrainians and putting in place the Canada-Ukraine Authorizations for Emergency Travel (CUAET) pathway on March 17, 2022.

In April, Reuters reported that since the start of that war as many as 354,000 Russian and Ukrainian soldiers had been killed or injured.

An assessment reportedly collated by the U.S. Defence Intelligence Agency reveals Russia had by then suffered 189,500 to 223,000 casualties in all, including 35,500 to 43,000 killed in action and 154,000 to 180,000 wounded.

The Ukraine had reportedly suffered 124,500 to 131,000 casualties in total, including 15,500 to 17,500 killed in action and 109,000 to 113,500 wounded in action.

As the war has raged on, Ukrainians fleeing have been fleeing to the safety of Canada through the CUAET  Canada and Immigration Minister Sean Fraser extended the program for those Ukrainians still outside of Canada to July 15 earlier this year.

“It is unbelievable when you see so many open hearts, open doors of the houses, many Canadians who welcomed Ukrainian families for the first days and weeks upon their arrival,” Yuliya Kovaliv, the Ukrainian ambassador to Canada, reportedly told ABC News.

CUAET Will Keep Accepting Applications From Overseas Until July 15

There has been no indication, however, that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will extend the CUAET pathway beyond mid-July.

Under that pathway, Ukrainians and their family members have until then to apply overseas for a CUAET visa free of charge. Anyone already holding a CUAET visa will have until March 31 next year to travel to Canada under the special measures.

And those already in Canada with CUAET visas have until March 31 next year to extend or adjust their temporary status through these measures, free of charge.

“Settlement services will remain available to Ukrainians and their family members after they arrive so that they can fully participate in Canadian communities while they are here,” notes the IRCC on its website.

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“Ukrainians and their family members will also continue to benefit from the one-time transitional financial support, as well as from access to emergency accommodations for up to two weeks, if needed after they arrive in Canada.”

“We remain committed to helping those fleeing Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine,” said Fraser in March.

“We continue working to provide Ukrainians with a temporary safe haven and the vital settlement services and supports they need to thrive in communities across Canada. Canada will continue to stand with the people of Ukraine, including those who’ve been forced to flee Russia’s senseless invasion.”

Proper Security Precautions

The CUAET pathway was meant to allow those fleeing Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine to stay in Canada for up to three years and make them eligible for free open work and study permits.

Ottawa upped its immigration application processing capacity in Europe after implementing the CUAET pathway and also sent mobile biometrics kits to Warsaw, Vienna and Bucharest to take the fingerprints and portrait photos of prospective Ukrainian refugees in a bid to ensure proper security precautions were taken with the surge in applications.

The government also increased its federal settlement programs to include language training, orientation, employment assistance and other supports for Ukrainians as they settle into their new communities.

In addition to settlement services, Ukrainians fleeing to Canada are also offered transitional financial assistance of $3,000 per adult and $1,500 per child.

“These funds will help Ukrainian nationals and their family members meet their basic needs, such as transportation and longer-term housing, as they arrive in communities across Canada and find a job,” notes IRCC on its website.

“Settlement services will remain available to Ukrainians and their family members after they arrive so that they can fully participate in Canadian communities while they are here. Ukrainians and their family members will also continue to benefit from the one-time transitional financial support, as well as from access to emergency accommodations for up to two weeks, if needed, after they arrive in Canada.”

Ukrainians Will Still Be Able To Immigrate To Canada Through Other Programs After July 15

Once the CUAET stops taking applications from overseas in mid-July, Ukrainians wishing to come to Canada from abroad will still be able to apply for a visa or a work or study permit through the IRCC’s existing temporary resident programs but will be subject to fees and standard requirements.

Among the immigration measures announced since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war for Ukrainians are:

  • a dedicated service channel for Ukraine enquiries that is available for clients both in Canada and abroad on 613-321-4243, with collect calls accepted. In addition, clients can add the keyword “Ukraine2022” to the IRCC Web form with their enquiry and their e-mail is then prioritized;
  • urgent processing of travel documents, including issuing single-journey travel documents for immediate family members of Canadian citizens and permanent residents who do not have valid passports;
  • an updated web page to provide current information on measures. This page includes content in Ukrainian for ease of reference;
  • permission for Ukrainians currently in Canada to extend their stay or stay longer in Canada by prioritizing the renewal of work and study permits, and extending a policy that allows individuals to apply for a work permit from within Canada. This policy allows temporary residents who receive a job offer to remain in Canada and start working while they wait for their work permit application to be processed, and;
  • the issuance of open work permits to Ukrainian visitors, workers and students who are currently in Canada and cannot go home, so they can stay longer if they wish. Fees are being waived, retroactive to Feb. 22 last year, for certain travel and immigration documents, such as Canadian passports, permanent resident travel documents, proofs of citizenship, visitor visas, and work and study permits.

Immigrate To Newfoundland And Labrador As A Truck Driver: All You Need To Know

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Immigrate To Newfoundland And Labrador As A Truck Driver: All You Need To Know

We are recruiting long haul (HGV) drivers for a major employer in Canada.  If you have a valid Class 1 license equivalent in your country, please submit your CV here.

As Newfoundland and Labrador’s economy grows and Baby Boomers retire, more demand for truckers is expected and federal and provincial immigration programs are opening the door for internationally-trained drivers to seize those Canada jobs.

In early June, the Job Bank federal job-hunting and career planning website listed 19 trucking jobs, categorized under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system with the code 73300, on The Rock, as Newfoundland and Labrador is affectionately called.

The vast majority, 78.9 per cent or 15 of those available trucking jobs in Newfoundland and Labrador, were on the Avalon Peninsula, home of the provincial capital of St. John’s.

There were three trucking jobs advertised on Job Bank for the West Coast-Northern Peninsula and Labrador region of the province and only one in the Notre Dame, Bonavista Bay and central region of the province.

In Newfoundland and Labrador, the median hourly wage for trucking jobs is $22 but that varies from a low of $15.00 per hour right up to $34.38 per hour, reveals Job Bank.

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Trucking wages are considerably higher in the province outside of St. John’s with the hourly wage for truckers hitting a high of $40.40 in Labrador.

Based on a standard 37.5-hour work week, that would be $78,780 at the upper end of the annual wage scale for truckers in Newfoundland and Labrador.

But truck drivers are also often paid bonuses by the kilometre, enabling them to earn significantly more.

With transportation companies desperately looking for truckers to replenish and grow their aging workforce, both the federal and provincial governments have been helping out with immigration policies to grant work permits and permanent residence to qualified foreign workers looking for these kinds of jobs in Canada.

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Through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), Newfoundland and Labrador allows foreign nationals to apply under the Skilled Worker pathway with a job offer to work as a trucker for an eligible employer.

Internationally-trained truckers who are refugees will also be able to come to Newfoundland and Labrador through the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) starting this summer.

That pathway will help employers hire skilled refugees and other displaced individuals, including for trucking jobs.

Refugees Can Apply For Visa To Work Trucking Jobs Through The EMPP

“Canada is a global leader in helping skilled refugees connect with employers struggling to find workers in critical areas, while giving newcomers the opportunity to restart their careers and their lives here in Canada,” said Immigration Minister Sean Fraser earlier this year.

“Our government will continue to develop and scale innovative immigration measures to help employers address their critical labour shortages and provide refugees with the opportunity to live in safety while rebuilding their lives.”

That was welcome news to the trucking industry whose job vacancy rate has more than tripled since 2015 and doubled since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. With an average age of 47 and rising, the sector has one of the oldest workforces, with a third of drivers over 55, according to the Canadian Trucking Alliance.

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Employers in Newfoundland and Labrador can also hire truckers through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).

It’s a pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and international graduates from Canadian institutions who want to work and live in any of Canada’s four Atlantic provinces, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador.

Foreign nationals hoping to immigrate to Newfoundland and Labrador as truck drivers can also, since mid-November last year, apply under the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program.

Truck driver was one of 16 occupations added to the FSW’s list of eligible occupations when the IRCC accepted the NOC 2021 classification system.

Immigrate To Nova Scotia As A Truck Driver: All You Need To Know

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Immigrate To Nova Scotia As A Truck Driver: All You Need To Know

We are recruiting long haul (HGV) drivers for a major employer in Canada.  If you have a valid Class 1 license equivalent in your country, please submit your CV here.

Nova Scotia offers a pathway to immigration and Canada jobs for internationally-trained truckers through the Occupations In-Demand stream of its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

That provincial immigration program lists transport truck drivers as one of seven target occupations and is making it easier for transportation industry employers seeking to fill jobs going begging for a want of qualified workers.

In early June, the Job Bank federal job-hunting and career planning website listed 67 trucking jobs, categorized under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system with the code 73300, in Nova Scotia with the long-term prospects for employment rated as good.

The industry is counting on immigrants to fill those jobs.

“Demand for transport truck drivers is strong and is expected to increase further as a large share of drivers reach retirement age during the next several years,” noted the Job Bank website.

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“The need for drivers is particularly acute in long-haul trucking due to the more challenging lifestyle associated with it. To increase the supply of workers, the trucking industry is drawing on under-represented demographic groups and newcomers.”

The vast majority of the available trucking jobs in Nova Scotia in early June, 70.1 per cent of them, were in the provincial capital and biggest city of Halifax and in the Annapolis Valley wine-producing and farm country immediately to its west.

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There were then 36 vacant trucking jobs in Halifax and 11 in the Annapolis Valley. In the North Shore region, there were 11 vacant trucking jobs and another six in the picturesque Cape Breton highlands. In southern Nova Scotia, there were only three vacant trucking jobs in early June.

In Nova Scotia, the median hourly wage for trucking jobs is $20.50 but that varies from a low of $14.50 per hour right up to $28.85 per hour, reveals Job Bank.

Based on a standard 37.5-hour work week, that would be $56,257 at the upper end of the annual wage scale for truckers in Nova Scotia.

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But truck drivers are also often paid bonuses by the kilometre, enabling them to earn significantly more.

With transportation companies desperately looking for truckers to replenish and grow their aging workforce, both the federal and provincial governments have been helping out with immigration policies to grant work permits and permanent residence to qualified foreign workers looking for these kinds of jobs in Canada.

Internationally-trained truckers who are refugees will be able to come to Nova Scotia through the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) starting this summer.

AIP, EMPP And FSW Provide Opportunities For Foreign Nationals To Work As Truckers In Nova Scotia

That pathway will help employers hire skilled refugees and other displaced individuals, including for trucking jobs.

“Canada is a global leader in helping skilled refugees connect with employers struggling to find workers in critical areas, while giving newcomers the opportunity to restart their careers and their lives here in Canada,” said Immigration Minister Sean Fraser earlier this year.

“Our government will continue to develop and scale innovative immigration measures to help employers address their critical labour shortages and provide refugees with the opportunity to live in safety while rebuilding their lives.”

That was welcome news to the trucking industry whose job vacancy rate has more than tripled since 2015 and doubled since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. With an average age of 47 and rising, the sector has one of the oldest workforces, with a third of drivers over 55, according to the Canadian Trucking Alliance.

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Employers in Nova Scotia are also looking to hire truckers through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).

It’s a pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and international graduates from Canadian institutions who want to work and live in any of Canada’s four Atlantic provinces, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador.

Foreign nationals hoping to immigrate to Nova Scotia as truck drivers can also, since mid-November last year, apply under the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program.

Truck driver was one of 16 occupations added to the FSW’s list of eligible occupations when the IRCC accepted the NOC 2021 classification system.

Genuine Canada International Students In Fake Acceptance Letters Scandal Will Not Be Deported

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Genuine Canada International Students In Fake Acceptance Letters Scandal Will Not Be Deported

Special measures to help genuine international students who are part of a scandal involving fake letters of acceptance to Canadian universities have been announced by Canada’s Immigration Minister.

About 700 candidates faced deportation after it was discovered letters used to support their applications for Study Permit were fraudulent.

But a statement from Sean Fraser on Wednesday has given the group, who are mainly from the Punjab area of India, a reprieve – but only if they were genuine applicants.

“Many of these international students sincerely came to Canada to pursue their studies at some of our world-class institutions and were duped by bad actors who claimed to be helping them in their immigration application process,” Fraser said.

However, Fraser also said that Canadian authorities were aware that not all the applicants in the group were genuine.

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“Other foreign nationals had no intent of pursuing higher education, and used fraudulent acceptance letters to take advantage of Canada’s immigration system,” he said.

“Within this cohort of individuals, some have been involved in organized crime.”

Officials from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada will work with the Canada Border Services Agency to identify those candidates who came to Canada to study and those who were looking to scam the system.

“I want to make it clear that international students who are not found to be involved in fraud will not face deportation,” Fraser said.

Those found to have come to Canada with “a genuine intent to study and without knowledge of the use of fraudulent documentation” will be issued with a Temporary Resident Permit using Fraser’s powers under the Immigration Refugee Protection Act.

Those candidates will also avoid the five-year ban usually handed down in cases of misrepresentation. Interim TRPs will also be issued while individual cases are being reviewed.

Designated Learning Institution

Candidates need a letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution to support their Study Permit application. A DLI is a college or university approved by a provincial or territorial government to host international students.

Fraser says IRCC is working even more closely with DLIs and other officials “to better detect and combat fraud, and uphold the integrity of our immigration programs”.

“We are taking every opportunity to crack down on dishonest and fraudulent consultants who seek to abuse Canada’s immigration system,” he said.

He also called on candidates to play their part in the process.

“All applicants must continue to ensure that, before applying for a study permit, they do their research, have an acceptance letter from a DLI, and refer to the official website to get information about our programs,” he said.

“If you believe you have been deceived by an unscrupulous consultant, we urge you to come forward and report fraud.”

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The immigration consultancy industry is self-regulated via the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants.

However, the system has frequently been found not to work, with unscrupulous “ghost” agents regularly falling through the cracks. This latest case is just one of many.

As far back as 2017, a parliamentary committee report urged the Canadian government to disband the self-regulatory body. If Ottawa had followed this advice, such cases could have been avoided.

Candidates are strongly advised to hire a lawyer to help them with their immigration application. The conduct of lawyers is regulated by provincial bodies in Canada, meaning any irregularities are brought to account.

British Columbia Issues 211 Canada Immigration Invitations In New PNP Draw

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British Columbia Issues 211 Canada Immigration Invitations In New PNP Draw

British Columbia has issued 211 invitations in new draws through multiple streams of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program.

The June 13 draws were split into two categories: general and targeted.

In the general draw, which included tech occupations, 170 invitations were issued through five BC PNP streams for skilled workers and international graduates. Minimum scores ranged from 87 to 107 points.

In the targeted draw, a further 23 invitations were issued to skilled workers and international graduates scoring at least 60 points in a draw targeting Early Childhood Educators and Assistants under NOC 42202.

A draw targeted at Healthcare workers saw 18 invitations issued to skilled workers, international graduates and entry level and semi-skilled workers, also with a minimum score of 60 points.

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Latest B.C. Immigration Draws

General Draw

Date Category Minimum Score Invitations Issued Description
13-06-23 Skilled Worker 104 170 General draw (includes tech occupations)
Skilled Worker – EEBC 104
International Graduate 107
International Graduate – EEBC 107
Entry Level and Semi-Skilled 87

Targeted Draw

Date Category Minimum Score Invitations Issued Description
13-06-23 Skilled Worker, International Graduate 60 23 Targeted draw: Childcare: Early childhood educators (NOC 42202)
Skilled Worker, International Graduate 60 18 Targeted draw: Healthcare

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What To Expect If You Immigrate To Canada As A Truck Driver

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What To Expect If You Immigrate To Canada As A Truck Driver

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Canadian truckers embark on an adventurous journey that is both challenging and rewarding, hitting the open road, witnessing breathtaking landscapes, and navigating through vast distances. Being a trucker in Canada is not just a job, it’s a way of life.

From the Rocky Mountains to the coastal highways of British Columbia, truckers traverse the diverse Canadian terrain, experiencing the beauty and vastness of this great country.

As a trucker, you’ll become intimately acquainted with the vibrant culture and distinct regions that make Canada unique.

But it’s not just about the scenery; being a trucker means embracing the freedom of the open road, facing the challenges head-on, and building a community of fellow drivers who understand the trials and triumphs of life on wheels.

In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of trucking in Canada, exploring the perks, challenges, frequently asked questions, and overall experience of life as a trucker in the Great White North.

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The Perks of Life As A Trucker In Canada

Life as a trucker in Canada comes with a myriad of advantages. Let’s take a closer look at some of the perks that make this profession an enticing choice for many:

  1. Exploring the Great Outdoors:
    • Canadian truckers have the opportunity to witness some of the most stunning landscapes in the world, from the majestic Rockies in Alberta to the pristine lakes of Ontario.
    • The vastness of Canada means that each journey is a chance to discover new breathtaking sights, making the job an endless adventure.
  1. Independence on the Open Road:
    • As a trucker, you have the freedom to set your own pace and enjoy the solitude of the road.
    • Unlike a typical office job, you won’t be confined to a cubicle; instead, you’ll have the entire country as your office.
  1. Competitive Salary and Job Security:
    • The demand for qualified truckers in Canada remains high, offering stability and job security.
    • Additionally, trucking is a well-paid profession, with the potential for lucrative earnings, especially for long-haul drivers.
  1. Building Camaraderie with Fellow Drivers:
    • Life on the road can be challenging, but truckers form a tight-knit community, providing support and camaraderie.
    • Interacting with other drivers at truck stops or through CB radios creates a sense of belonging and shared experiences.
  1. Flexibility and Variety:
    • Trucking offers a wide range of options, from local routes to long-haul trips, allowing drivers to tailor their careers to their preferences.
    • Whether you prefer shorter trips close to home or the thrill of cross-country journeys, there’s a trucking job in Canada to suit your needs.

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Challenges of Life As A Trucker In Canada

While life as a trucker in Canada has its perks, it also presents its fair share of challenges. Here are some of the obstacles that truckers may encounter:

  1. Long Hours and Irregular Schedule:
    • Trucking often involves long hours behind the wheel, and drivers must be prepared for irregular schedules that may disrupt their personal lives.
    • The nature of the job requires a high level of dedication and adaptability to handle unpredictable working hours.
  1. Physical Demands and Health Concerns:
    • Sitting for extended periods can lead to health issues such as back pain and obesity.
    • Maintaining a healthy lifestyle on the road can be challenging, as access to nutritious food and exercise options may be limited.
  1. Road Safety and Hazards:
    • Truckers face the responsibility of safely maneuvering large vehicles through varying weather conditions and challenging terrains.
    • Navigating through heavy traffic, construction zones, and potentially dangerous situations requires heightened alertness and defensive driving skills.
  1. Loneliness and Isolation:
    • Life on the road can be isolating, as truckers spend long stretches of time away from family and friends.
    • While advancements in communication technology have improved connectivity, the lack of face-to-face interaction can take a toll on mental well-being.
  1. Regulatory Compliance and Paperwork:
    • Truckers must stay up-to-date with regulations, including logbook entries, weight restrictions, and vehicle inspections.
    • Keeping track of paperwork and ensuring compliance with various rules and regulations can be time-consuming and demanding.

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Life On The Open Road

Life as a trucker in Canada is an extraordinary journey that offers breathtaking scenery, independence on the open road, and a supportive community.

While there are challenges to overcome, the rewards of experiencing the vastness and diversity of Canada are unparalleled.

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By understanding the perks, challenges, and frequently asked questions, you’ll be better equipped to embark on this exciting adventure and navigate the highways and byways of the Great White North as a proud trucker.

So, buckle up, embrace the #Life As A Trucker In Canada, and get ready to embark on an unforgettable voyage through one of the most beautiful countries in the world!

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