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Welcome to another TheCanIndian Weekly edition.

Rise and shine, and a very happy Sunday to you!

Today is February 2nd, and last week we saw a lot of drama unfold. There was US traffic chaos, along with the ongoing trade tensions between the US, Canada, and Mexico. At the same time, in the world of AI, things are heating up. China is stepping up its game with DeepMind, ready to compete with Western giants like ChatGPT from the US. It’s interesting how these big moves in both politics and technology are shaping things right now.

But who cares about all that? You’re here for the immigration updates and what’s happening with draws in Canada, because, your main goal right now is how to get your PR in Canada.

In today’s email, we’ve got 7 key updates you definitely won’t want to miss:

1. This week’s immigration Draw 🔔

2. Allocation for 2025 Provincial Nominee Program (Latest updated)

3. Canada Launches New Immigration Pilots for Rural and Francophone Communities (RNIP, FCIP)

4. Ontario Updates OINP Rules for Self-Employed Physicians

5. British Columbia just got 4,000 PNP spots for 2025—shocking!

6. Newfoundland & Labrador Wins Back 1,000 Immigration Spaces!

7. How to get Citizenship After PR?

8. Top 5 Canadian Job Websites for 2025

So grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let’s dive into what’s been happening in the world of immigration. Trust us, it’s worth the read!"

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This Week’s Immigration Draws

This week, there have been no draws in any province maybe draws decided to take a little vacation😀😀? While they’re away, catch up on the latest news and updates. Stay tuned, because the next draw could be just around the corner!

In the meantime, let’s explore your PR options!

1. Start by discovering your NOC code using our NOC Finder.

2. Next, check out our PR Program Finder to see which programs your NOC might qualify for.

3. Once you’ve found the right program, visit our Draw Tracker to see how often your NOC has been invited in past draws.

You can find all the Provinces draws here.

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Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots

The new Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots will open on March 31, 2025. IRCC provide more details shortly.

Allocation for 2025 Provincial Nominee Program

Canada’s latest immigration plan highlights a major shift in Permanent Residency (PR) allocations, with a strong focus on in-Canada applicants. Here’s what you need to know:

• In-Canada Focus: A target of 82,980 PR spots for in-Canada applicants, with more category-specific draws expected for French-speaking, Skilled Trades, Healthcare, and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates.

• PNP Cuts: A 50% reduction in Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allocations has raised concerns. The total PR target for all PNP programs is now 55,000, down significantly from previous years.

Provincial Impact:

• Ontario: Expected to drop from 21,500 to 10,750 nominations.

• British Columbia: Likely to decrease from 15,100 to 7,586.

• Many provinces like Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Alberta have already confirmed that their PNP allocations will be cut by around 50% for 2025.

These changes could reshape immigration pathways in 2025, particularly for provinces relying heavily on PNPs.

For full details on allocation for PNP, click here.

Canada Launches New Immigration Pilots for Rural and Francophone Communities

Canada has introduced two new immigration pilots to support rural and Francophone minority communities. The Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) aim to address labor shortages and boost economic growth in these regions.

Participating Communities:

Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP)14 communities:

• Nova Scotia: Pictou County

• Ontario: North Bay, Sudbury, Timmins, Sault Ste. Marie, Thunder Bay

• Manitoba: Steinbach, Altona/Rhineland, Brandon

• Saskatchewan: Moose Jaw

• Alberta: Claresholm

• British Columbia: West Kootenay, North Okanagan Shuswap, Peace Liard

Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) 6 communities:

• New Brunswick: Acadian Peninsula

• Ontario: Sudbury, Timmins, Superior East Region

• Manitoba: St. Pierre Jolys

• British Columbia: Kelowna

👉For full eligibility criteria click here.

Ontario Updates OINP Rules for Self-Employed Physicians

Ontario has made it easier for self-employed physicians to qualify under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The changes, effective January 27, 2025, remove barriers for physicians billing OHIP.

Key Updates:

1. Employer Job Offer – Foreign Worker Stream:

   • Self-employed physicians no longer need a job offer to apply.

   • Must be registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) and hold a valid certificate for patient care.

   • Must be eligible to receive OHIP payments.

2. Express Entry Streams:

   • Self-employment work experience now counts for eligibility under the Human Capital Priorities and French-Speaking Skilled Worker streams.

   • Applicants must still meet federal criteria under the Federal Skilled Worker Program or Canadian Experience Class (CEC).

These changes align with recent federal immigration updates and aim to attract more healthcare professionals to Ontario.

Want to know which NOC codes are eligible? Check the full details here.

British Columbia

The federal government has confirmed that B.C.’s provincial nominee allocation for 2025 will be 4,000, marking a 50% reduction from 2024.

As a result of this decrease, the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) is re-evaluating its approach for 2025. This will affect key processes, including invitations to apply (ITAs) and the opening of student streams.

The Health Authority and Entrepreneur streams will remain open.

With the significantly reduced number of nominations, BC PNP processing times are expected to increase for the remainder of the year.

Check the full details here.

Newfoundland & Labrador Wins Back 1,000 Immigration Spaces!

After pushing back against federal cuts, Newfoundland and Labrador has secured the return of 1,000 economic immigration spaces for 2025, bringing the total to 2,525. This includes 2,050 NLPNP spaces and 475 AIP spaces, plus 290 humanitarian migrants over two years.

The move aims to address labor shortages in key sectors like health care and construction. While new economic applications are paused until mid-February, in-demand roles will still be processed.

A big win for the province’s growth! 🍁

Check the full details here.

How to get Citizenship After PR?

If you're a PR holder in Canada and dreaming of taking the next big step to citizenship, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know!

Here is your Guide!

In The Know

🫢 Trump hit Canada, Mexico and China with 25% tariffs on imports

📢 From Last week COPR has been started to issue again.

🚫 Poilievre says Canada should ‘deport’ any temporary resident committing violence or hate crimes

📢 Change to health insurance requirement makes the super visa more accessible

📊 Promise to deport every illegal immigrant’: Ruby Dhalla, Indian-origin leader running for Canada PM

Top 5 Canadian Job Website for 2025

1. VanHack - Specifically for tech professionals

2. Drake International

3. Employment and Social Development Canada - Government Jobs

4. Robert Half Canada - Specific to account and technology jobs

5. Eluta - for Part-Time and jobs in many sectors

Find NOC Codes, Draws, and PR Pathways for Canada – Complete Guide!