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IRCC held the first occupation-specific Express Entry draw and invited healthcare professionals

On June 28, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the first occupation-specific Express Entry draw and issued 500 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates working in healthcare occupations.

In round #252, the cut-off score was 476 points. The tie-breaking rule for this round was November 12, 2022, at 12:47:27 UTC. As of June 28, 2023, there were 220,003 profiles registered in the Express Entry pool.

On July 5, 2023, IRCC will hold another occupation-specific Express Entry draw for healthcare workers.

This year, Canada issued 59,548 ITAs through the Express Entry draws.

#Express_Entry, #IRCC, #ITA, #immigration_to_Canada, #PR, #Occupation_Specific_draws

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/submit-profile/rounds-invitations.html

CBSA charged an agent for immigration violations

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has charged Indian national Brijesh Mishra with immigration-related offences, including unauthorized representation or advice for consideration, counselling misrepresentation, misrepresentation (direct or indirect misrepresentation and communicating false information), and non-compliance with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA).

The charges stem from an investigation initiated by CBSA after receiving information regarding Mr. Mishra’s status in Canada and his alleged involvement in fraudulent activities, including issuing fraudulent letters to Indian students on behalf of Canadian postsecondary institutions.

#CBSA, #IRPA, #fraud, #indian_students, #international_students, #Brijesh_Mishra

https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2023/06/cbsa-investigation-leads-to-criminal-charges-for-immigration-offences-including-fraudulent-letters-for-canadian-post-secondary-institutions-to-indi.html

Indian authorities arrest travel agent accused of duping students facing removal from Canada | CBC News

Immigration Minister announced a statement on World Refugee Day

On June 20, 2023, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Sean Fraser issued a statement on World Refugee Day, recognizing refugees' strength and courage.

Canada has a proud history of resettling vulnerable people, welcoming over 47,500 refugees from over 80 countries in 2022.

The Government of Canada remains committed to resettling between 72,000 and 76,000 refugees annually through various programs and provides economic immigration opportunities for skilled refugees through the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot.

Additionally, Canada works to improve conditions in countries like Venezuela and promotes quality education and lifelong learning for children and youth in conflict-affected areas through the Together for Learning campaign.

#IRCC, #Fraser, #refugees, #World_Refugee_Day, #asylum_seekers

https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/statement-inspiring-hope-and-creating-opportunities-for-refugees-808330595.html

Canada published new data on immigration inventories and backlogs

On June 16, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the data on immigration inventories and backlogs.

According to the last update, there were 2,248,000 applications for permanent residence, temporary residence and citizenship approvals in all IRCC inventories.

According to the update, 36.4% of applications in the inventory exceeded service standards. IRCC aims to process 80% of applications within their service standard, though some complex cases may require a comprehensive assessment.

Currently, 33% of temporary residence requests - including ones for visiting, studying, or working abroad and 48% of permanent residency applications are in backlog. Additionally, 27% of citizenship applications are also exceeding service standards.

#IRCC, #immigration_backlog, #service_standards, #application_processing_times, #backlog

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/podcasts/the-decibel/article-secret-canada-the-blackhole-of-canadas-immigration-system/