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Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, and I am Joy Stephen, an authorized Canadian Immigration practitioner bringing out this data analysis on the number of applicants approved for Canadian Permanent Residence for multiple years Under the Federal Express Entry program based on your country of Citizenship. I am coming to you from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario

Canada processed a total of 740 applications from Colombia nationals in 2018 for Canadian Permanent Residence under Economic which includes (Skilled Worker, Skills Trade, CEC combined) programs with a 93% success rate.

Total of 757 applicants from Colombia nationals in 2019 under all Economic  programs with a 89% success rate.

Total of 496 applicants from Colombia nationals in 2020 under all Economic  programs with a 97% success rate.

Total of 1,820 applicants from Colombia nationals in 2021 under all Economic  programs with a 97% success rate.

Total of 2,078 applicants from Colombia nationals in 2022 under all Economic  programs with a 94% success rate.

If you have an interest in acquiring comprehensive insights into the The Canadian Federal Express Entry program or Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or should you require guidance post-selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us via https://myar.me/c. 

We strongly recommend attending our complimentary Zoom resource meetings conducted every Thursday. We kindly request you to peruse the available resources diligently. Subsequently, should any queries arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom. 

Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance in navigating the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, accessible at https://ircnews.ca/consultant.

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Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, and I am Joy Stephen, an authorized Canadian Immigration practitioner bringing out this data analysis on the number of applicants approved for Canadian Permanent Residence for multiple years based on your country of Citizenship. I am coming to you from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario

Canada processed a total of 647 applications from Egypt nationals in 2018 for Canadian Permanent Residence under Family Class which includes (Spouses, Dependent Children, Parents & Grandparents) programs with a 88% success rate.

Total of 607 applicants from Egypt nationals in 2019 under all Family Class  programs with a 91% success rate.

Total of 296 applicants from Egypt nationals in 2020 under all Family Class  programs with a 93% success rate.

Total of 696 applicants from Egypt nationals in 2021 under all Family Class  programs with a 95% success rate.

Total of 629 applicants from Egypt nationals in 2022 under all Family Class  programs with a 92% success rate.

If you have an interest in acquiring comprehensive insights into the The Canadian Federal Express Entry program or Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or should you require guidance post-selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us via https://myar.me/c. 

We strongly recommend attending our complimentary Zoom resource meetings conducted every Thursday. We kindly request you to peruse the available resources diligently. Subsequently, should any queries arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom. 

Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance in navigating the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, accessible at https://ircnews.ca/consultant.

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Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, and I am Joy Stephen, an authorized Canadian Immigration practitioner bringing out this data analysis on the number of applicants approved for Canadian Permanent Residence for multiple years Under the Federal Express Entry program based on your country of Citizenship. I am coming to you from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario

Canada processed a total of 959 applications from Nepal nationals in 2018 for Canadian Permanent Residence under Economic which includes (Skilled Worker, Skills Trade, CEC combined) programs with a 97% success rate.

Total of 964 applicants from Nepal nationals in 2019 under all Economic  programs with a 95% success rate.

Total of 231 applicants from Nepal nationals in 2020 under all Economic  programs with a 96% success rate.

Total of 741 applicants from Nepal nationals in 2021 under all Economic  programs with a 96% success rate.

Total of 1,097 applicants from Nepal nationals in 2022 under all Economic  programs with a 92% success rate.

If you have an interest in acquiring comprehensive insights into the The Canadian Federal Express Entry program or Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or should you require guidance post-selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us via https://myar.me/c. 

We strongly recommend attending our complimentary Zoom resource meetings conducted every Thursday. We kindly request you to peruse the available resources diligently. Subsequently, should any queries arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom. 

Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance in navigating the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, accessible at https://ircnews.ca/consultant.

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Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, and I am Joy Stephen, an authorized Canadian Immigration practitioner bringing out this data analysis on the number of applicants approved for Canadian Permanent Residence for multiple years Under the Federal Express Entry program based on your country of Citizenship. I am coming to you from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario

Canada processed a total of 1,568 applications from Jamaica nationals in 2018 for Canadian Permanent Residence under Economic which includes (Skilled Worker, Skills Trade, CEC combined) programs with a 92% success rate.

Total of 1,654 applicants from Jamaica nationals in 2019 under all Economic  programs with a 91% success rate.

Total of 848 applicants from Jamaica nationals in 2020 under all Economic  programs with a 92% success rate.

Total of 2,381 applicants from Jamaica nationals in 2021 under all Economic  programs with a 95% success rate.

Total of 1,756 applicants from Jamaica nationals in 2022 under all Economic  programs with a 89% success rate.

If you have an interest in acquiring comprehensive insights into the The Canadian Federal Express Entry program or Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or should you require guidance post-selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us via https://myar.me/c. 
We strongly recommend attending our complimentary Zoom resource meetings conducted every Thursday. We kindly request you to peruse the available resources diligently. Subsequently, should any queries arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom. 
Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance in navigating the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, accessible at https://ircnews.ca/consultant.

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Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, and I am Joy Stephen, an authorized Canadian Immigration practitioner bringing out this weekly PNP selection summary. I am coming to you from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario
This week, the following Provinces picked Candidates for PNP nominations:

British Columbia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island


ProvinceDateTotal selection (Number)PNP Video LinkBritish Columbia | 19 March 2024 | 171 | https://polinsys.co/bcy
Ontario | 19 March 2024 | 1474 | https://polinsys.co/ony
Ontario | 21 March 2024 | 2281 | https://polinsys.co/ony
Prince Edward Island | 21 March 2024 | 85 | https://polinsys.co/pey


You can always access past weekly PNP selection news by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/pnpw. 

Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehensive insights into the Provincial Express Entry Federal pool Canadian Permanent Residence Program or other Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or if you require guidance after your selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us through https://myar.me/c. 

We highly recommend participating in our complimentary Zoom resource meetings, which take place every Thursday. We kindly request you to carefully review the available resources. Should any questions arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both of these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom. 

Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance throughout the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, which can be accessed at https://ircnews.ca/consultant.

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Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, I am Joy Stephen, a certified Canadian Immigration practitioner, and I bring to you this Provincial News Bulletin from the province of Alberta. This recording originates from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario.

  Alberta's government is working to improve health outcomes for Albertans to ensure everyone can access the health care they need, when and where they need it. This is being done by refocusing the entire health system. Work has been underway since fall 2023.

From the beginning of the process, consultation with Alberta's health care workers has been vital. Alberta's government has been clear that throughout the refocusing process, and as the system changes, health care workers must be empowered in their roles. To help with this work, the Premier has named Chelsae Petrovic, who has more than 13 years' experience as a licensed practical nurse and is the MLA for Livingstone-Macleod, as the Parliamentary Secretary for Health Workforce Engagement.
Alberta's health care workers perform critical, life-saving work every day and are the heart of the province's health care system. As professionals on the front lines, they have insights and expertise that are critical to government's health refocusing work. Significant engagement across the province has been held over the past three months and is scheduled to continue, making the new parliamentary secretary role critically important.

"I look forward to collaborating with Chelsae in the weeks and months to come. With her health care background, she will bring a very important perspective to our refocusing work. The voice of every health care worker is critical to understanding what is actually happening on the front lines and what needs improving. Chelsae will help us incorporate those voices to strengthen the health system for all Albertans." Adriana LaGrange, Minister of Health, Alberta
This development holds particular relevance for healthcare professionals contemplating immigration to Alberta, as it offers valuable insight into the prevailing opportunities within the their sector. Armed with this information, healthcare professionals can better tailor their immigration strategies to align with the demands and requirements of the Alberta Provincial landscape.   

You can always access past news from the Province of Alberta by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/ab/.

Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehensive insights into the Provincial Express Entry Federal pool Canadian Permanent Residence Program or other Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or if you require guidance after your selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us through https://myar.me/c.

We highly recommend participating in our complimentary Zoom resource meetings, which take place every Thursday. We kindly request you to carefully review the available resources. Should any questions arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both of these meetings at

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Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, I am Joy Stephen, a certified Canadian Immigration practitioner, and I bring to you this Provincial News Bulletin from the province of Alberta. This recording originates from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario.

  In November, the government announced plans for a refocused health care system to ensure patients are receiving the care they need, where and when they need it. A refocused health care system includes creating four new organizations, one for each of acute care, primary care, continuing care and mental health and addiction.

Health care workers, patients, families, caregivers and community leaders across Alberta have been helping shape the future of health care by participating in what is one of the largest in-person public engagements ever undertaken by Alberta's government.

To date, more than 2,500 people have participated in the in-person sessions, with an additional 18,000 Albertans providing their feedback through online tools and almost 10,000 participating in virtual town halls. In response to requests for more opportunities for face-to-face conversations about the issues and potential solutions to current health care challenges, Alberta Health has added 22 more sessions.

Current in-person engagement sessions will wrap up in mid-April. As the work to refocus Alberta's health care system continues, new engagement opportunities will be developed for front-line workers and Albertans to continue providing input and feedback on shaping the future of health care.

"We know the current health care system is not meeting the needs of rural communities, but I'm encouraged by the changes being made to refocus the health care system. From a new branch dedicated to prioritizing rural health care to the engagement opportunities in rural and remote communities, we see efforts being made to ensure Albertans get the care they need no matter where they live. We are hopeful that as the restructuring continues, further engagement will take place specifically with rural municipalities."

Kara Westerlund, vice-president, Rural Municipalities of Alberta
Alberta's government is committed to ongoing engagement with health care workers and Albertans throughout the refocusing process and beyond. Premier Danielle Smith has appointed Chelsae Petrovic, MLA for Livingstone-Macleod, as parliamentary secretary for health workforce engagement to support this work.

"Engaging with Alberta's health care workers has been a cornerstone of our health system's refocusing efforts since its announcement last fall. This engagement is vital. The voices of our front-line workers are essential for understanding the realities they face, identifying areas for improvement, and gaining insight into the patient experience."

Chelsae Petrovic, parliamentary secretary for health workforce engagement
As the new organizations come into place, Alberta Health will keep conversations about health care ongoing with a variety of engagement opportunities. This will include visiting regions where there have been or will be sessions on refocusing over the coming weeks. The goal is to empower front-line workers and Albertans to help shape a health care system that meets the needs of Albertans today and for generations to come.   

You can always access past news from the Province of Alberta by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/ab/.

Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehen

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Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, I am Joy Stephen, a certified Canadian Immigration practitioner, and I bring to you this Provincial News Bulletin from the province of Alberta. This recording originates from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario.

Two years ago, the Government of Alberta introduced the fuel tax relief program to help Albertans facing high prices at fuel pumps. Since then, the program has saved drivers more than $2 billion and helped slow the rise of inflation in our province.

"The fuel tax relief program is designed to save Albertans money when oil prices are high and bring in needed government revenue when oil prices drop. Since oil prices averaged below $80 per barrel during the most recent quarterly review period, the provincial fuel tax for gas and diesel will be 13 cents per litre starting April 1.

"Revenue from the provincial fuel tax helps fund the programs, services and infrastructure Albertans rely on every day. In 2024-25, fuel tax revenue is forecast at $1.4 billion, which will help fund everything from better roads to improved health care and more supports in the classroom to continue to meet the needs of our growing population.

"Albertans will continue to pay some of the lowest fuel prices in the country even after the fuel tax rate takes effect. As of mid-March, gas prices in Alberta remained 11 cents below the national average and were a full 22 cents lower than when we first announced the fuel tax relief program in March 2022.   
You can always access past news from the Province of Alberta by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/ab/.

Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehensive insights into the Provincial Express Entry Federal pool Canadian Permanent Residence Program or other Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or if you require guidance after your selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us through https://myar.me/c.

We highly recommend participating in our complimentary Zoom resource meetings, which take place every Thursday. We kindly request you to carefully review the available resources. Should any questions arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both of these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom.

Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance throughout the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, which can be accessed at

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Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, I am Joy Stephen, a certified Canadian Immigration practitioner, and I bring to you this Provincial News Bulletin from the province of Saskatchewan. This recording originates from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario.

  The Government of Saskatchewan is providing a record budget of $3.3 billion for the Ministry of Education. This is an increase of $247.8 million, or 8.1 per cent, over last year and supports Prekindergarten to Grade 12 schools, early learning and child care, and libraries.

This budget includes the largest-ever increase in school operating funding in Saskatchewan.

"As Saskatchewan's economy and population grows, our government is making significant investments into our children's future by providing the highest-ever budget to education in the province's history," Education Minister Jeremy Cockrill said. "We are committed to ensuring a high-quality education is provided to all students by funding enrolment growth, providing additional funding for classroom supports and building new schools."

Saskatchewan's 27 school divisions will receive a record $2.2 billion in school operating funding for the 2024-25 school year, a record increase of $180.0 million, or 8.8 per cent, compared to the 2023-24 Budget.

Included in the budget for the 2024-25 school year is $356.6 million for classroom supports, an increase of $45.6 million, or 14.7 per cent, over the previous year. This includes ongoing funding for the Specialized Support Classroom and Teacher Innovation and Support Fund pilot projects.

School infrastructure continues to be a key priority as $216.0 million will be allocated to school capital, an increase of $68.7 million, or 46.6 per cent, over last year. This includes $28.5 million for relocatable classrooms to help address enrolment growth, on-going funding for the 11 new or consolidated school projects and three major renovations that are underway across Saskatchewan, and funding to begin planning for nine new schools and two renovations,
This update is of utmost importance to Education professionals including teachers considering relocation to Saskatchewan, as it sheds light on the current landscape of Education professionals including teachers opportunities. Armed with this knowledge, Education professionals including teachers can effectively adjust their immigration strategies to align with the evolving demands of their sector. 
You can always access past news from the Province of Saskatchewan by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/sk/.

Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehensive insights into the Provincial Express Entry Federal pool Canadian Permanent Residence Program or other Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or if you require guidance after your selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us through https://myar.me/c.

We highly recommend participating in our complimentary Zoom resource meetings, which take place every Thursday. We kindly request you to carefully review the available resources. Should any questions arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to ad

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Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, I am Joy Stephen, a certified Canadian Immigration practitioner, and I bring to you this Provincial News Bulletin from the province of Prince Edward Island. This recording originates from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario.

Recruiting skilled workers will be top priority as a PEI industry-led business delegation attends upcoming job fairs overseas.

The Island delegation will travel to the Newcomers Canada(link is external)'s recruitment events in Birmingham, England and Dublin, Ireland between April 24-27 where hundreds of job seekers will meet with potential employers.

The Office of Immigration will pre-arrange interviews for Island employers with qualified tradespeople interested in working on Prince Edward Island. Successful tradespeople will then be supported by provincial immigration staff as they begin the process of moving to Prince Edward Island.

Additional recruitment overseas missions focused on construction trades are currently being planned for Mexico and Vietnam later this year. 
You can always access past news from the Province of Prince Edward Island by visiting this link: https://myar.me/tag/pe/.

Furthermore, if you are interested in gaining comprehensive insights into the Provincial Express Entry Federal pool Canadian Permanent Residence Program or other Canadian Federal or Provincial Immigration programs, or if you require guidance after your selection, we cordially invite you to connect with us through https://myar.me/c.

We highly recommend participating in our complimentary Zoom resource meetings, which take place every Thursday. We kindly request you to carefully review the available resources. Should any questions arise, our team of Canadian Authorized Representatives is readily available to address your concerns during the weekly AR's Q&A session held on Fridays. You can find the details for both of these meetings at https://myar.me/zoom.

Our dedicated team is committed to providing you with professional assistance throughout the immigration process. Additionally, IRCNews offers valuable insights on selecting a qualified representative to advocate on your behalf with the Canadian Federal or Provincial governments, which can be accessed at https://ircnews.ca/consultant.

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