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This week, Manitoba conducted another round of newcomer selections, issuing thousands of skilled workers and graduates invitations to apply for a provincial nomination through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Candidates were invited under the program’s International Education Stream, Skilled Worker in Manitoba pathway, and Skilled Worker Overseas pathway through targeted strategic recruitment initiatives. MPNP draw results On September 4, 2025, the MPNP held draw #253, issuing a total of 3,347 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to foreign nationals. Invitations were distributed as follows: Stream Number of Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) issued Cut-off score Skilled…

Alberta’s Provincial Nominee Program has held draws targeting law enforcement professionals. This is the fifth draw the AAIP has held under the Law Enforcement pathway in 2025 . Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Draw (13-20 Aug) On August 19, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) issued invitations through the Alberta Express Entry stream’s Law Enforcement Pathway. Fewer than 10 invitations were issued. The minimum score that candidates needed to qualify for this draw was 45. This is one of the lowest minimum cut-off scores for an AAIP draw seen in 2025. The Alberta Express Entry stream issues…

Finding a place to live is one of the first big steps when settling in Canada, and renting is often the starting point for many newcomers. Whether you’re looking for a short-term place to settle or laying the groundwork for a more permanent future, understanding how the rental process works here can help you feel more prepared and confident. Learn more about TD New to Canada Banking Package This guide walks through five key areas, ranging from budgeting to understanding your rights, which may help you navigate your rental journey. Let’s get started. Planning: What to Consider Before You Rent…

Microsoft said Saturday that clients of its Azure cloud platform might experience increased latency after multiple undersea cables were cut in the Red Sea, as reported in Bloomberg. In a status update, the company said traffic going through the Middle East or ending in Asia or Europe had been affected. It did not say who had cut the cables or why. “Undersea fiber cuts can take time to repair, as such we will continuously monitor, rebalance, and optimize routing to reduce customer impact in the meantime,” the status update said. By Saturday evening, Microsoft said it was no longer detecting…

The Northwest Territories has received an additional 47 nominations for the Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) for this year. This brings its total nomination spaces to 197, up from the 150 it was originally allocated for 2025. The Government of the Northwest Territories announced the increased allocations in a news release on September 2, 2025. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams These new slots will go to eligible applicants from the 2025 intake period who did not get selected. The province will be assessing applications by order of work permit expiration date. Eligible applicants will be notified by email…

Even without a provincial nomination, it’s possible for foreign nationals aged 40 and older to get permanent residence through the Express Entry system. If you’re a foreign national aged 40+ and not a good PNP candidate, you can still get PR through a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw or category-based draw, provided that you have a high enough Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. In this article, we will provide you with a few fictional profiles of candidates aged 40 or older who would have been selected in previous CEC and category-based draws, as well as tips and tricks for increasing…

On Friday, a startup called Fable announced an ambitious, if head-scratching, plan to recreate the lost 43 minutes of Orson Welles’ classic film “The Magnificent Ambersons.” Why is a startup that bills itself as the “Netflix of AI,” and that recently raised money from Amazon’s Alexa Fund, talking about remaking a movie that was first released in 1942? Well, the company has built a platform that allows users to create their own cartoons with AI prompts — Fable is starting out with its own intellectual property, but it has ambitions to offer similar capabilities with Hollywood IP. In fact, it’s…

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with proficiency in French. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 446; and Created an Express Entry candidate profile before 7:21 a.m., Universal Coordinated Time (UTC) on 16 June 2025. See how competitive your Express Entry profile is Summary of Express Entry draws in 2025 Date Draw Type Number of ITAs Cut-off CRS score September 3 Canadian Experience…

Saskatchewan has received an increase of 1,136 nominations under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) for 2025. This brings the total allocation for the year under the SINP to 4,761. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams In a phone call to CIC News, a representative confirmed that 25% of the new nominations will go toward jobs in trucking, accommodation, food service, and retail trade. These are sectors that reached their 25% nomination cap in June, after which the SINP began returning applications in these sectors. With the increase in allocations, processing for some applications in these sectors will…

As a newcomer to Canada, the idea of buying a home can bring a mix of curiosity and questions. There are many decisions to make, and understanding the process from the start can help you feel more at ease. One of the first things to consider is your home mortgage. What types of mortgages are out there, and what is right for your family?  By learning about the different options available, you’ll be better prepared to make informed choices. If you have 20% or more of the home’s value for a downpayment, you have an additional option to consider with…