Iman Borhanifar, RCIC
Express Entry Draw 431: Provincial Nominee Program, CRS 768
IRCC issued 507 invitations in Express Entry Draw 431 on August 4, 2026, targeting candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program category. The CRS cut-off was 768, 24 points higher than the previous draw in the same category.
Canada Increases Off-Campus Work Limit to 24 Hours Weekly
IRCC Increases Weekly Work Limit for International Students – April 2025 Update As of April 23, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially updated its program delivery instructions to allow international students to work up to 24 hours per week off-campus during academic sessions. This change replaces the long-standing 20-hour weekly limit and marks a new standard under … Read more
New Regulations for Study Permits 2025
New Study Permit Rules Now in Force – November 2024 Changes Explained Effective November 8, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) implemented new regulations under the International Student Program (ISP). These updates introduce stricter requirements for international students and Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs), focusing on enhanced compliance, more transparency, and greater accountability. Let’s break down the most … Read more
2025 Express Entry plans for more in-Canada draws
News February 27, 2025—Ottawa—Immigration is essential to supporting Canada’s economic growth. As labour requirements in key sectors continue to evolve, it’s important that Canada’s immigration system is nimble and responsive to our country’s needs. Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship announced the 2025 Express Entry categories, which include a new … Read more