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Canada Immigration News Podcast #34 – New Express Entry Draws to Updates in Provincial Nominee Programs and Changes in Immigration Regulations

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July 16, 2024

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Canada Immigration News Podcast

Canada Immigration News Podcast #34 - New Express Entry Draws to Updates in Provincial Nominee Programs and Changes in Immigration Regulations

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Today we have a lineup of news that will keep you informed about the significant changes and developments in Canadian immigration policy and programs. From new Express Entry draws to updates in provincial nominee programs and changes in immigration regulations, we’ve got it all covered. Let’s dive into this week’s top stories.

First Skilled Trades Express Entry Draw of 2024

Ontario Increases Penalties for Immigration Act Violations

Updates to Ontario’s Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream

Manitoba Invites 126 Candidates Under MPNP

Second Healthcare-Targeted Express Entry Draw of 2024

New LMIA Processing Times Announced by ESDC

Canada-Ukraine Free Trade Agreement

PEI’s Economic Growth Despite Slowing Expansion

New Express Entry Draw for Francophone Candidates

International Students Turning to Start-Up Visa Program

IEC Invitations in the Last Month

Quebec’s Latest Arrima Draw

That’s all for this episode of the Canada Immigration News Podcast. Stay tuned for more updates and insights on Canadian immigration. Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us for the latest news.

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Date	Province	Invitations
May 29	Newfoundland and Labrador	351 invitations
May 29	Manitoba	30 invitation
May 28	British Columbia	13 invitations
May 23	Alberta	158 invitations
May 15	Manitoba	60 invitations
Check Out the Full List of PNP Draws➜

Canada Express Entry Draw #349 Invited 500 Healthcare and Social Services Professionals

On June 4, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held Express Entry draw #349, focusing on candidates in healthcare and social services occupations. A total of 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to applicants with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 504. To be eligible, candidates must have submitted their profile before 6:47 a.m. UTC on March 31, 2025, as per the tie-breaking rule. This was the second healthcare-focused draw of the year, emphasizing Canada’s ongoing commitment to prioritizing skilled professionals in high-demand sectors.

IRCC Conducted Express Entry Draw #350 Inviting 125 PNP Candidates

On June 10, 2025, IRCC conducted Express Entry draw #350, issuing 125 ITAs to candidates nominated through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The cut-off score for this draw was 784, which is 58 points higher than the previous PNP draw. The tie-breaking rule was set at September 12, 2024, at 18:12:15 UTC. As of June 9, 2025, the Express Entry pool had 256,653 active profiles. In total, 35,342 candidates have received invitations in 2025, including 4,992 PNP candidates.

Saskatchewan Job Market Booms with Lowest Unemployment and Strong Growth in 2025

Saskatchewan is making headlines for its impressive job market performance in 2025. The province now holds the lowest unemployment rate in Canada, thanks to strategic planning and policy support. In May 2025, the labor force reached 653,900 with 518,800 full-time jobs—the highest on record. Employment among women rose by 10,900, a 3.8% increase from last year, while male employment also climbed by 5,300 or 1.6%. These figures highlight Saskatchewan’s economic resilience and the growing importance of newcomers in maintaining labor force momentum.

Alberta Invites 92 Candidates Across 4 Priority Sectors

Between May 22 and June 3, 2025, Alberta held four targeted draws under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). These draws invited 92 candidates across high-demand sectors including healthcare, agriculture, technology, and construction. The AAIP’s sector-based approach ensures alignment with Alberta’s economic needs and offers opportunities for skilled workers in key industries to secure a provincial nomination for Canadian permanent residency.

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Draw	Number Of Invitations	Minimum CRS Points
349 (Healthcare)	500	504
348 (PNP)	277	726
347 (CEC)	500	547
346 (PNP)	511	706
345(Healthcare)	500	510
All Express Entry Draw Results ➜