00:01Canada Immigration, Key Weekly Updates, Ontario Work Permit Reality and Latest IRCC Trends
00:12In this video, we unpack Ontario's new work permit announcement and what it really means,
00:19break down the parents and grandparents' program invitations and income requirements,
00:24review the latest Express Entry and PNP draw results, assess IRCC's current processing times and refusal rates,
00:32and shine a light on the growing issue of LMIA fraud.
00:36Watch till the end to get expert breakdowns, timing strategies, and red flag alerts that could make all the difference in your migration journey.
00:54Canada's immigration landscape is witnessing significant activity with new policy discussions,
01:07changes to key programs, and updated draws shaping pathways for applicants.
01:13From Ontario's much-talked-about work permit announcements to crucial updates on the parents and grandparents' program,
01:19express entry, and provincial nominee programs, here's what you need to know this week.
01:27The full version of this update is available on our website, link in the description below.
01:35Let's begin with Ontario work permit announcement, the real story.
01:41Recent buzz around Ontario issuing open work permits is only partially true.
01:46The province is exploring options under Section 95 of the Constitution to speed up work permits for asylum seekers,
01:54not for the general public.
01:56No new program has launched yet.
01:58Current efforts focus on addressing delays for refugee claimants, not international students or workers.
02:05Next, we explore parents and grandparents' program invitations and income requirements.
02:15The PGP will invite 10,000 applicants from the 2020 pool starting July 28, 2025.
02:21Applicants must meet specific income thresholds for 2022 to 2024, now reset to pre-COVID levels.
02:27If you submitted an interest in 2020, monitor your email for an invitation.
02:34Moving on to the latest Express Entry and PNP draws.
02:39Express Entry saw a healthcare draw at 475 points, including social service occupations.
02:45The pool remains large 256,000-plus candidates and draws for scores above 500 persist, even after removing LMIA points.
03:00The PNP draw numbers remain low due to pending confirmations from provinces.
03:06Then, we examine IRCC processing times and refusal rates.
03:16Processing times for Canadian immigration applications currently vary.
03:21Study permits processed outside Canada typically take about three weeks, while work permits processed inside Canada can take around 180 days.
03:29Super Visas, on the other hand, have a processing time of 99 days, but are seeing notably high refusal rates.
03:37Applicants should prepare for possible delays and refusals, even with complete documentation.
03:42Following that, we look at addressing LMIA fraud and future trends.
03:50Despite efforts to curb LMIA fraud, high CRS scores 501 to 600 remain common,
03:58raising questions about the effectiveness of recent changes.
04:01French-speaking candidates and trade workers may find new opportunities in upcoming draws.
04:09Finally, we wrap up with the conclusion.
04:15Canada's immigration environment is evolving, and staying updated on real changes versus social media rumours is crucial.
04:23Whether you're eyeing express entry, PNP, or family reunification, make sure your information is up to date and sourced from official channels.
04:32For detailed insights and live Q&A, visit the full blog on our website.
04:38Read the full update and detailed analysis on our website, link in description below.
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