Immigration Tales

Canada experienced a rebound in immigrant entrepreneurship in October, through the Start-Up Visa Program (SUV), and is set to welcome a total of 1,200 new permanent residents through the program by the end of this year, based on the data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The same has revealed that in October, Canada saw a total of 200 new permanent residents through the SUV, accounting for a 37.9 percent increase compared to 145 permanent residents registered in September, VisaGuide.World reports. The IRCC has notably increased the planned admissions for permanent residence through the SUV. In the past few years, the annual number was just 1,000, however in 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 the number is expected to increase significantly to 3,500, 5,000 and 6,000 more specifically. By the end of October, authorities in Canada opened their doors to 1,000 residents through the SUV this year, and, if this trend continues, the country is expected to welcome more than 1,20...

The Australian state is experiencing a boom period of growth on the back of multi-million pound government investment in critical mineral and tech projects. That has led to an urgent need for more housing in Western Australia – and there are not enough construction professionals there to meet the demand. As a result, the government of Western Australia (WA) has introduced an AUS$11million (£5.8 million) visa subsidy scheme in a bid to attract construction workers from Britain and Ireland as quickly as possible. The Construction Visa Subsidy Programme (CVSP) will see those who decide to move to WA awarded up to £6,000 to help cover the costs of applying and relocating. It is hoped the package, which will provide workers with the opportunity to earn higher wages and enjoy a better cost of living, will see WA plug the skill gaps it currently has across multiple sectors. Recruitment efforts and promotion of the CVSP is targeting skilled workers in the following professions as a priority: C...

Australia's immigration history is a complex and multifaceted narrative that has shaped the nation into the diverse and multicultural society it is today. From its indigenous roots to the waves of migration that followed European settlement, Australia's population has been molded by a rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and experiences. This article delves into the key milestones and challenges that have marked Australia's immigration history. Indigenous Australians: Long before the arrival of European settlers, Australia was home to a diverse range of indigenous cultures and languages. The Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders had inhabited the continent for tens of thousands of years, cultivating a deep connection to the land. The impact of European colonization in the late 18th century had profound consequences for the indigenous populations, leading to dispossession, disease, and social upheaval. European Settlement and Convict Transportation: The late 18th c...

The Canadian government recently announced revised requirements for international students planning to study in Canada, and the changes have received mixed reaction. International students planning to come to Canada will now have to show they have a balance of $20,635 available after paying for tuition and travel costs, with the amount adjusted annually to based on cost of living data from Statistics Canada. They will have to have show that amount invested in a GIC, with lump sums released back to the students on a monthly basis while it remains in a stable, growth environment. A policy allowing international students to work more than 20 hours per week has also been extended to the end of April 2024, a waiver that had been set to expire at the conclusion of 2023. The government says the changes are coming to better prepare international students for the financial realities of living in Canada, and to crack down on post-secondary institutions that charge exorbitant amounts to students ...

Canada has emerged as the most preferred destination for international immigrants so is Ontario. It mainly attracts students, skilled professionals and entrepreneurs. If you are a skilled worker, the policies here help you leverage your skills to apply easily. If applicant qualify for one or more EEP, and submit there profile, they will be ranked in the Express Entry pool using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). CRS Calculator Ontario CRS score is called Comprehensive Ranking System and it is the ranking method used in Ontario Canada’s Express Entry program. CRS has a special scoring system that depends on age, education, work experience, and English or French language. This calculator for the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is just gives you an idea nothing more than that. I recommend completing our Free Express Entry assessment if you would like a more precise evaluation of your eligibility to join the Express Entry Pool. The CRS points calculator, is used to assess applicant...

The Australian government to reduce immigrant intake to the island continent have planned to introduce stringent visa rules for international students, and skilled workers entering the nation. The Australian government plans to continue this for over next two years.  Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil unveiled the reforms, emphasizing the need to overhaul a perceived "broken" migration system. Clare O'Neil emphasized that the government's strategy goes beyond mere numerical adjustments, focusing on shaping Australia's future through a comprehensive migration experience. Australia student Visa Australia government introduced new policies for Australia Student Visa. This will require international students to achieve higher scores on English proficiency tests, with increased scrutiny on second visa applications to extend their stays. Under the International English Language Testing System, students applying for a Graduate visa will require a score of 6.5 up from...

State and territory ministers will be brought together in a bid to address critical skills shortages as part of an overhaul of Australia’s migration system. Federal Immigration Minister Andrew Giles will hold talks on Tuesday with state and territory counterparts for the first ministerial migration roundtable. Visa nominations for each of the jurisdictions to help tackle skills shortages will be on the agenda, along with talks on the migration program. The federal government unveiled a strategy in December that would aim to return annual migration numbers to pre-pandemic levels. Mr Giles said it was important for all jurisdictions to be on the same page on the migration changes. Plan for Future Immigration “The Albanese government is bringing together all levels of government to better plan for the future of our migration system for years to come,” he said. “It’s integral that as we look to implement reform through the migration strategy, states and territories have a seat at the table...

As a percentage of its population, Australia has one of the highest rates of immigration in the democratic world. It is also a country that is frequently emulated in terms of its skilled, asylum and integration policies. What happens in Australia with regards to immigration policy reform has implications for many other nations. Immigration policy reform in Australia in recent years has seen seminal policy reviews into the exploitation of migrants, Australia’s net overseas migration and the nature of international student migration. Published in March 2023, the Migration System for Australia’s Future report (known as the Parkinson Review) is a product of these reviews and policy debates. Challenges for Immigration When the Parkinson Review was published in March 2023, it was met with differing reactions. This landmark policy statement outlines a series of trade-offs and challenges that the government will have to reckon with in formulating Australia’s immigration program over future dec...