Janice Rodrigues

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Associate Editor at Narcity Media

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A lifestyle writer with The National. All views are my own

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Articles

Steinbach reveals designated employers for rural pathway to permanent residence

1 week ago | cicnews.com | Janice Rodrigues

Steinbach has released its list of designated employers under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). Steinbach is the third-largest city in Manitoba. The designated region includes communities within the rural municipalities of Ste. Anne, Piney, and La Broquerie, as well as the urban districts of Landmark and Vita. Assess your eligibility for the RCIPThe RCIP is an employer-driven pathway to permanent residence (PR).
Yukon unveils nomination allocation breakdown for 2025

1 week ago | cicnews.com | Janice Rodrigues

Yukon has shared details on its plans to distribute its limited PR nomination slots for 2025.
Eight destinations Canadian permanent residents can visit visa-free within a short flight

1 week ago | cicnews.com | Janice Rodrigues

One underrated benefit of having Canadian permanent residence status is the travel opportunities it affords. Permanent residents (PRs) of Canada, can gain visa-free entry into a number of countries. Subscribe and get our Newcomer’s Guide to CanadaSo, if you’re a Canadian PR planning a getaway, here are some destinations that are a short flight away.
Yukon Nominee Program sending out invitations for 2025 intake

1 week ago | cicnews.com | Janice Rodrigues

Yukon has begin sending out invitations to apply for territorial nomination following a competitive 2025 intake for its nominee program.
Prince Edward Island invites more skilled workers

1 week ago | cicnews.com | Janice Rodrigues

Last week, the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) issued invitations to apply (ITAs) for provincial immigration. This is the fifth draw the PNP has held in 2025. Draw summary Date of drawDraw categoryNumber of invitations issued May 15Labour Impact/ Express Entry168The latest draw issued invitations to apply through the Labour Impact and the PEI Express Entry pathways.
Alberta hold two draws, issues invitations to provincial immigration candidates

1 week ago | cicnews.com | Janice Rodrigues

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has issued invitations for provincial immigration through two immigration pathways. The draws took place on May 13 and May 15. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streamsA total of 158 invitations were issued to candidates through these draws.
Are new Canadians leaving Canada for greener pastures? Study says no

2 weeks ago | cicnews.com | Janice Rodrigues

A new study by Statistics Canada has dispelled the myth that immigrants who acquire Canadian citizenship are leaving in droves. According to a study published this month by Statistics Canada, of the immigrants admitted between 2008 and 2012 who became Canadian citizens, 93% had an active presence in Canada 10 years after admission. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the Cohen ImmigrationLaw FirmThis finding was specifically for immigrants aged 25 to 54 at admission.
How Provincial Nominee Program closures can benefit skilled workers in Canada

2 weeks ago | cicnews.com | Janice Rodrigues

Several Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams across Canada have been paused or closed in 2025. But that doesn’t necessarily mean bad news for skilled foreign workers in Canada seeking permanent residence (PR). That’s because these changes reflect a strategic shift in Canada’s overall immigration plan that places more weight on federal programs like Express Entry. Get a Free Express Entry AssessmentFor skilled workers already living in Canada, this shift can be advantageous.
Newfoundland and Labrador issues more invitations for provincial immigration pathways

2 weeks ago | cicnews.com | Janice Rodrigues

Newfoundland and Labrador has issued its second round of invitations to candidates through its new Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The province shifted to an EOI intake process for both its Provincial Nomination Program (PNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) on February 19, 2025.
IRCC shares common mistakes in PR applications - here’s what to avoid

3 weeks ago | cicnews.com | Janice Rodrigues

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently released a training guide for immigration officers making decisions on permanent resident (PR) applications. The 447-page document includes, amongst other things, case examples of candidates and recommended results following analyses of their applications. Based on these examples, here are some common mistakes candidates have made that led immigration officers to flag their applications for further review or reject them altogether.