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Highlights: Canada Draws in April 2024

• Canada held the 18 EE and PNP draws and invited 11,911 candidates
• Express Entry held 4 draws in April 2024
• A total of 9,275 ITAs issued by Express Entry in ‘the Fourth month of the year’
• Canada held 18 PNP draws and issued 2,636 invitations  

 

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Canada Draws held in April 2024

Canada Draws	Total no. of ITAs issued
Express Entry	9,275
PNP	2,636

 

Details of Canada Express Entry draws held in April 2024  

A glimpse of Canada Express Entry draws held in April 2024!

 

IRCC held three Express Entry draws in April 2024 and issued 9,275 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The details of the Express Entry draws held in April 2024 were given below:  

Draw No.	Date	Round type	Invitations issued	CRS score
295	April 24, 2024	French language proficiency (2024-1)	1400	410
294	April 23, 2024	General	2095	529
293	April 11, 2024	STEM occupations (2024-1)	4500	491
292	April 10, 2024	General	1280	549

 

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Canada PNP draws held in April 2024

A summary of Canada PNP draws held in April 2024!
 

In April 2024, seven provinces held 14 Provincial Nominee Program draws and invited 2,636 candidates globally.

Provincial Nominee Program	No. of draws	Total no. of Invitations
Alberta Provincial Nominee Program	2	107
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP)	4	429
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)	2	690
Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI-PNP)	2	148
Quebec Immigration Program	1	1036
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)	2	211
Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)	1	15

 

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Highlights: Indian travellers are opting EU destinations because of new rules!

• 82 percent of Indian travelers are interested in visiting EU destinations because of new policies.
• A study shows that more Indians are interested in visiting France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands.
• Under the new policies, Indians can obtain multiple-entry visas with a validity of two years.
• Indians with multiple-entry Schengen visas can enter the Schengen Area multiple times in the same year.

 

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82% of Indian travelers choose EU destinations

Indian nationals are showing more interest in visiting EU countries in this year because of new Schengen visa rules. Recent data from Policybazar shows that around 82% of Indians are willing to visit France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands. Policybazaar Product Head Manas Kapoor said that they have registered a higher percentage of Indians purchasing travel insurance policies to apply for Schengen visas.

 

Kapoor also said Indians are purchasing travel policies that exceed 45 days, which means they can plan to take multiple trips to Schengen areas.  

 

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New rules for Schengen visa

Under the new rules, Indians with Schengen visas can enter Schengen areas multiple times with a validity of two years. This new rules is not applicable for all Indians, only Indians who have obtained Schengen visas legally in the last three years will be eligible for multiple entry.

 

Indians who have received multiple-entry Schengen visas can enter the Schengen Area multiple times in the same year without applying for documents each time. Indians must still follow the 90/180-day rule, where Indians cannot stay in the Schengen area for more than three months within any six-month period.

 

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Highlights: PEI’s International Recruitment Event is now open!

• Register in PEI’s International Recruitment and grab a job opportunity in Canada.
• Recruitment events are conducted to support immigrants who choose to live and work in Prince Edward Island.
• Prince Edward Island invites students to International Recruitment events to study, work, and explore unique experiences.

 

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PEI Event Details

The recruitment drive will take place for Talent and construction talent pool professionals. This event reflects PEI's commitment to innovation; this allows professionals to engage with potential employers and explore job opportunities regardless of geographical constraints.

 

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PEI International Recruitment Event held in 2024

The list of PEI International Recruitment Events held in 2024:

Date	Event	Location	Registration
2024	International Recruitment - Talent Pool	TBD	Online
2024	International Recruitment - Construction Talent Pool	TBD	Online

 

How can you participate in the PEI International Recruitment Event?

Steps to register for PEI international event is given below:

 

Step 1:  Register for FREE!

Register for FREE and receive an email with login details to attend the interview with PEI’s employers.

Step 2: Schedule Interviews with the companies you like to work with…

PEI’s Employers will connect with potential applicants by scheduling an interview to discuss job opportunities.

Step 3: Get hired on the spot to work in Canada!

An easy route to work in PEI, Canada! Attend the interview and get hired on the spot to work in Canada.

 

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Highlights: Student visas are a high priority in the US Embassy in India!

• The US Embassy in India gives high priority to Student visas and reduces the processing time for other visas.
• US President Joe Biden has instructed the US Embassy to reduce the wait times for Indians.
• The US Embassy in India issued over 140,000 student visas in 2022.
• The waiting time for tourist visas has been reduced by 75%.

 

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The US reduces waiting time for student visas and other category visas.

The US Embassy in India prioritizes student visa applications and reduces wait times for other visa categories. US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, highlighted the United States' commitment to increase the speed of the student visa process in India. This reflects a wide strategy to strengthen people-to-people ties, recognizing their importance in promoting long-lasting relationships between the two nations. Garcetti also noted that US President Joe Biden directed him to reduce wait times for Indian visas by giving them high priority. "It's the first time, I think, in American history that a President has told an ambassador to get those visa waiting times down," Garcetti remarked.

 

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The United States remains the top choice for Indian students.

The US Mission is working hard to ensure that more Indian students can pursue education in the US, predicting an increase in student visa applications this year. The US Embassy in India issued over 140,000 student visas in 2022, more than any other country. This number is expected to increase in 2024 as more Indian students seek academic opportunities in the US. Beyond student visas, Garcetti highlighted the broader impact of people-to-people connections, saying, "These are bonds that last a lifetime."

 

The US is focused on student visas and aims to reduce wait times for other visa applications. The Ambassador noted the wait time for tourist visas has also been reduced by 75%, with an average wait time below 250 days. This reduction is part of an ongoing effort to strengthen connections between the US and India and improve the visa application process.

 

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Highlights: International students in Canada can work for 24 hours/week!

• The new work limit is set at 24 hours per week, and international students can work up to that amount in Canada.
• Immigration Minister Marc Miller said the government could implement a change this September.
• The federal government has set a new work limit due to increased international student admissions nationwide.
• There are no limits on the number of hours for students to work when they are not actively enrolled in class.

 

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A new work limit is set for International Students

International students can now work up to 24 hours per week starting in September. Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced Monday that the Canadian government is setting the cap at 24 hours because that seems "sensible," students are now allowed to work three full eight-hour shifts a week. He also noted that internal work by the department shows more than 80% of international students are working more than 20 hours a week. Students are not limited by the number of hours they work if they are not actively enrolled in class.

 

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Benefits of Studying in Canada

Canada is one of the world's top-developed countries. It has become the most preferred destination for international students to study. Many universities listed in QS worldwide rankings are located in Canada. The following are the benefits of studying in Canada.

• Affordable Education
• Quality Educational Curriculum
• Innovative Training and Research Opportunities
• Best Immigration Possibilities
• International Exposure
• International students can work while studying

 

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