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Tuition hikes and other changes coming for international students in Quebec

In 2024, Quebec will be implementing changes to the post-secondary education system that some believe will have a “direct impact [on Quebec’s] ability to attract and retain the best talents.”
Recent reports from multiple outlets confirm Quebec’s intention, beginning in 2024, to implement several changes to the post-secondary education system – as well as connected immigration programs – across Canada’s only majority French-language province.

Des dossiers d’immigration au Canada restent jusqu’à 4 ans sur les tablettes

Le gouvernement fédéral est en retard pour prendre une décision dans plus de la moitié des demandes de résidence permanente au Canada, et exige encore plus de patience de la part des demandeurs d’asile et des Africains, a découvert la vérificatrice générale du Canada.
Un rapport déposé jeudi montre que malgré ses investissements et ses embauches, le ministère Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada (IRCC) n’est pas arrivé à rattraper entièrement le retard accumulé durant la pandémie de COVID-19.

IRCC outlines new guiding principles for the PNP

CIC News has obtained an Access to Information Request (ATIP) from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) outlining new guiding principles for how the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) distributes allocations to the provinces.
Provinces have a limit on the number of candidates they can invite through the PNP. Each year, the federal government allocates a specific number of nominations to each province and territory.

Express Entry: Does my work experience impact my CRS score?

As a Canadian immigration applicant through one of the three programs contained within the Express Entry system, it is important to know what does and does not impact your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score.
The National Occupation Classification 2021 (NOC 2021) code that corresponds with a candidate’s work experience will not impact their CRS score unless they have arranged employment waiting for them when they arrive in Canada.

Cyber Security Awareness Month 2023: A newcomer’s guide to online safety in Canada

This guide provides a step-by-step journey into understanding, recognizing, and safeguarding against potential cyber threats.
With October being Canada’s Cyber Security Awareness Month (#CyberMonth2023), Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSE) is looking to reinforce the importance of cyber security.