2025 will favour in Canada applicants for PR |

[@sudhakarsivaraman1724]

Will the current high unemployment rate in Canada have an impact on the upcoming draws (with respect to the number of invitations and frequency of draws) ?

[@AskKubeir]

PR targets have been decided baaed on the current and predicted employment and labour market factors.

[@Haxerous]

​@@AskKubeir I would say for now it won't have an effect, but those lower level limits on the targets are quite low for a reason. The fact of the matter is that the economy is weak and if unemployment remains high, there might be more pressure for cuts (including temps) after the elections no matter who wins. The lower limits being that low for things like in-canada focus allows them to take the foot of the gas even if they don't activate the brakes if that makes sense.

[@raphael-ca]

Thank you for the information. Do you foresee the CRS getting down soon?

[@AskKubeir]

Yes

[@akshattripathi9718]

For the General Draws as well? I know it's near impossible to predict but (since you speculated about it going down, I'd appreciate some reissuance by going a step further:D ) but do you think it can go as down as 481?

[@manvithareddy2742]

It’s just bad for people starting their Canadian journey now. Unfortunately I started my PR process just a few weeks ago and started my journey paid my WES and booked an IELTS slot. Sitting in India and dreaming about moving to Canada via PR is now going to be just a dream.

[@AskKubeir]

You can look tp gain work experience in a priority occupation and you never know what is in store for you. All the best

[@manvithareddy2742]

I have 4+ years of experience in the IT industry as a data analyst. With a bachelor’s degree. My age is 27. I’m preparing myself for the 8777 in ielts. But I’m not sure what else can I do to improve my chances of getting a PR now

[@manvithareddy2742]

@@AskKubeir please suggest me something I can implement?

[@TheHarshWay]

​@@manvithareddy2742 french! It takes a few years but is the only option for a lot of us

[@ejiroigbi2904]

​@manvitahareddy2742 add French language.

[@Bibu007]

Hi kubeir, thanks for the informative video. Is IRCC issuing 2025 ita’s?

[@aanchaldeep1699]

Do individual can claim 50 points of certification of qualifying Gas’s fitter G3 under any express entry profile or it is job specific. Currently working under 22221 user support technician.

[@darthdoka]

hey kubeir, i have a question. if i understand correctly, each express entry profile is valid for 12 months. i created mine in feb 2024 & i would have to recreate it in feb 2025. suppose there is a draw in march w the cut-off score being my score & tiebreaker date being november 2024, i would not get invited becuase i had to redo it? & thanks for all your insights over the years, you've been a great help!

[@AskKubeir]

Ur understanding is correct

[@josephthomas9080]

@Kubeir Sir ! Have a query regarding OMAN pcc. I was issued the OMAN pcc in the year 2020.After that I didn't enter this country. So While submitting the pr application, can i use the same pcc? Please note there is only an issued date and no expiry date in the pcc certificate.

[@owolabikayode-n7r]

Hi Kubeir, Can you please explain how IRCC will differentiate btw FSW inside Canada from those outside. It has really been a great concern for those of us (FSW ONLY) who has been in Canada with 50-200 Job offer points towards EE profile. Even with having high scores in the pool, it still doesn't favour me without a draw that is channelled towards people like us. I hope the CEC and FSW. can be placed in a single category rather than general draws. what is your take on this?

[@goat6512]

I just applied for sinp nomination via student stream. my Noc 62020. Is it mandatory to apply via non express entry stream? or can I add the points to my express entry profile after nomination?

[@AskKubeir]

Non EE only

[@goat6512]

@AskKubeir Even if I have more than one year experience in that same position?

[@smwk2017]

Mainland Chinese students are choosing to study in Malaysia instead.

[@AskKubeir]

Good for them

[@DivyanshMahajan-g4l]

Is 377 a good score under the Federal Skilled Trades Program?

[@AskKubeir]

As of now, it may be on the lower side

[@DivyanshMahajan-g4l]

@@AskKubeir Even if i score 7778 in ielts my score will 425 ,what you think about that sir

[@goecotrip]

Is there any scope for teachers from India getting a PR?

[@Noname-ep2lz]

149$ is cheap as hell, I wish i got this offer 2 years ago when i created mine. Still thank you kubeir because its tuff out there and people have difficulty affording immigration consultants.

[@AskKubeir]

I agree. Cheap as hell.😅

[@parneetsingh8457]

I have Canadian work experience from jan 2022 to june 2023. So my work experience will not be valid if my file my cec after june 2025?

[@SlomoS-r8l]

Hi Sir, I have a question in regards to the LMIA points in EE under closed work permit implied status. I'm currently holding a valid PGWP. I got the positive LMIA which will expire in Jan 2025. Given that the work permit processing time is 154 days (which means the decision will definitely post the expiry of LMIA), my question is will I still be eligible for the 50 points before the closed work permit gets approved? Thank you!

[@AskKubeir]

Yes, absolutely

[@Lukedalf]

i have 2+ years of work in Alberta in the tourism industry (not with LMIA). I have a score of 61, are my chances good?

[@AskKubeir]

Last draw at 70

[@Lukedalf]

@AskKubeir that was for the tourism and hospitality stream

[@Haxerous]

I think you might be overplaying it a little bit. Yeah the in-canada + priority occupations numbers are slightly higher than FHS targets last yeear. Yes the in-canada focus helps people in CEC, but that's only if you look at it in a vaccum. Now that PNPs have been cut down in half all of those 50k+ people who could have gone to PNPs (which are mostly for in-canada applications) will also rely on CEC. That doesn't even include the fact that STEM category is most likely gone for next year which puts them also in the in-canada focus and not in the priority occupation category. Would be interesting if Ontario also drops it from it's HCP draws or reduces them to some extent. It's gonna be a blood bath for all the tech bros lol. Interesting days ahead ngl 😅

[@AskKubeir]

Relying on CEC instead of PNPs doesn't change the equation, since most who rely on PNPs don't really have much of chance in CEC draws.

[@Haxerous]

@AskKubeir I wouldn't be so sure about that. I myself took the Ontario master's program because I didn't want to deal with the unpredictable CEC draws. If I had gone through CEC I would have over 500+ CRS (not sure exactly how much at this point). A lot of people in the 480s, 490s and even low 500s also go through PNP because (as you said) they see no chance in CEC when scores are above 510, 520 or whatever. But if even those (especially the 490+) don't get PNP then they have to wait for CEC. My point is that the floor at which the score will come to equilibrium might not be as low as people anticipate. For example instead of going to say 470 it might just get stuck at 480 or 490.

[@syedhussainraza1561]

​@@AskKubeir That's not entirely accurate. Many recent graduates with scores between 450-490, who currently lack a strong chance in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), opted for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) as a faster route, believing that securing something now is better than waiting for a higher score in the future. However, by taking the PNP route, they would no longer compete in the CEC pool, potentially keeping CEC scores relatively low. Now, with PNP quotas reduced by 50%, more candidates will likely enter the Express Entry (EE) pool, potentially driving up the scores. How much higher is uncertain. Additionally, as you've mentioned, around 3,000 profiles enter the 500+ score range in the EE pool every two weeks. Even if IRCC holds a draw for 3,000 profiles, scores would likely remain stable. With reduced PNP quotas, this influx of 3,000 profiles in the 500+ range biweekly could continue to grow, and if IRCC misses a draw or issues only 500 ITAs, the situation could worsen further.

[@Haxerous]

​@@AskKubeir I also forgot to add the 6 month hiatus that Québec is going to go into. That will have at least a small temporary impact as well, even though it doesn't matter in the big picture.

[@Haxerous]

​​@@syedhussainraza1561 yeah that's what I was trying to say. It's not just 450-490 people. I myself had 500+ and instead went to PNP because of the shit show that is EE. I know others in the 480s and 490s who went through PNP, all those types of people entering CEC will not drop the score. The scores will drop but it's not necessarily gonna be like 2020-21 CEC draws.

[@narinderv2732]

Sir , you r great . Please advice if after submission of documents after ita , if ircc finds some defect in experience letter , will they email me to send corrected experience reference letter again ?

[@AskKubeir]

It depends on the "defect".

[@alive-dream]

HI Sir, Given the 38-day remote work period, it may be too long to go unnoticed, so I’m deciding whether to reject the ITA and wait, or accept it and address the gap in my CEC application. I also need one more month due to the "11-month glitch" on the IRCC website

[@AskKubeir]

You can cover the 38 day period by working in Canada since you have 60 days to submit your ITA

[@Louise-c6s]

⁠@@AskKubeir I have almost similar concern, Sir. I received an ITA when I reached 1 year and 11 months in Canada, but there's a 35-day gap in my work experience due to switching companies. Company A: January 9 to April 1 Company B: May 20 to Present The submission deadline is within 60 days, but I need to account for both the 35-day gap from the job change and an additional 30-day gap related to an IRCC glitch with the 11 months. Can I submit my application before the deadline and then use a webform to submit another Certificate of Employment once I've reached the full 2 years of work experience?

[@ravinder9044]

What should I do if my employer is not signing the declaration form? They mentioned they can't provide it due to internal policies, but they’re willing to give me a detailed support letter. For tech Pathway in Alberta.

[@bhanuarora7835]

Hi sir, my lmia was pre approved. Currently I am on pgwp and applying my lmia work permit tomorrow howver the lmia is expiring on 26 November. Will it affect the decision of my lmia based work permit? Thanks

[@AskKubeir]

No

[@LovepreetBrar-sx3iz]

What is the point of getting PR when there are no jobs here😂😂?

[@shaheerahmad5438]

Any possibilities of STEM coming to 480s?

[@tonystark-bt7kt]

I have experience of 1 year of Cec experience but I don’t have foreign experience can go back to India and gain those points doing a job for one year there

[@AskKubeir]

Yes

[@dagaramarjeet7085]

Hi Kuber My question is my pr support LMIA submitted in February 24 ànd fee deposit on 20 April 24.Now How much times to get the approval.

[@ParulShah-um9vz]

Wife on PR Can she apply for sponsorship for husband and super visa for parents at the same time

[@AskKubeir]

Yes

[@freestock1360]

Sir, my daughter's PR sponsorship application is approved and passport with Canada embassy New Delhi for more than 3 weeks now. Are you aware what is standard timeline for visa stamping ? Than you

[@AskKubeir]

Varies 15-30 days

[@sahilpatel684]

My wife has salary certificates to prove her 1 year job but she doesn’t have pay slips so is it ok in healthcare. If they ircc ask for payslip then what? Thank you

[@AskKubeir]

Yes it's fine. If they ask, then provide explanation as to why you don't have them

[@kristeinabraham]

This is fraud

[@noorfatimafaisal8023]

Hello Kubeir Bhai Aslam Alikum. I wanted to know about BC PNP construction trade. 22nd October the score was 89 and 30 October score came on 96. What do you think that score can come down. Occupation is Carpenter

[@AskKubeir]

Difficult to say. Depends on the number of invitations and people in the pool

[@Archibhavi_girlzz]

Hi Kubeir, I am having 1 year experience with current employer under open work permit. Now my same employer is processing my WP extension under LMIA exemption category can I now claim 50points since I am working for same employer for more than a year or should I really have to wait for my close work permit to get 1 year and claim 50points, kindly advise

[@salmanahmad8808]

Please tell if I have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of foreign experience in Web Development, is it acceptable if I switch to a skilled trades job as an Electrician for 6 months (without electrician certification and at a significantly lower salary) to qualify for the Trade Category?

[@jarcator]

That will be a smart decision

[@talktorag]

Do noc skill type C jobs have pathways for PR?

[@AskKubeir]

Very few and limited options, all of which needs employer support

[@sumitdesai9679]

STEM category with 488 score. 8 months work permit valid. what are the chances?

[@at4158]

Good luck😅

[@sarwarasif3792]

Honestly, slim.

[@123navjotsingh91]

Might have to switch to visitor record for some time

[@giteshaneja4562]

Hi, I'm on pgwp extn maintained status without job, in case any employer wish to sponsor me for close work permit, so can I work until pgwp extension decision or until close work permit decision?

[@salmanahmad8808]

Hi Kubeir, Could you please kindly tell, if I have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years foreign work experience in Web Development, is it acceptable if I switch for 6 months to do skilled trades job as an Electrician to Qualify for Trade Category without any certification in electrician trade and with a significantly lower salary than my previous Web Development role?

[@smwk2017]

You should check out master in engineering programs.

[@zee6841]

Do you think score will go below 500 ?. I am currently at 497 and WP expiring on Jan 2025

[@athirasunny3]

Pray

[@Muntaha-ry6jj]

Iam applying PR from outside canada ( healthcare sector) Hopefully will launch profile in year ending. How much crs score do I need to get in OINP

[@AskKubeir]

It’s too early to say. It depends on many factors.

[@cometoChrist]

As an international pharmacy graduate, which non-research based program can one study in Canada please?

[@ChidinmaEluwa-u3e]

Go through the OINP. Infact you should have taken advantage of this long ago.

[@kishandesai1]

Hello sir.! I got invitation under Oinp international student stream. Yet while submitting file I didn’t upload Ielts result. Is it gonna affect my file, or should I send it to them via mail?

[@AskKubeir]

Upload it by webform urgently

[@eaa3349]

83,000 people would translate in about how many ITAs ? 60,000?

[@AskKubeir]

Give or take.

[@AgnelJV]

@@AskKubeir @eaa3349 - Keep in mind that ITA's rolled out after June 2024 have not received COPR yet. These ITAs are accountable for 2025. Hence only 30,000 ITAs possible for 2025 target in 2025. Rest will pass on to 2026.

[@AmandeepBrar-z3q]

Hi Sir, If have Canadian Experience of 2+ years and Indian Experience of 1 year , and got 50 points for skill transferability , does the points increase if I have 2 or 3 years of Indian Work Experience.

[@AskKubeir]

With 3 years, yes

[@AmandeepBrar-z3q]

@@AskKubeirbut Sir, on CRS calculator, whether I choose 1 year of Foreign Experience or 2 or 3 years, the points remain same when I qualify for Canadian experience class, pls confirm this, thank you.

[@ParulShah-um9vz]

My earlier super chat was skipped wife PR - Is she required to work while sponsoring husband? bank balance ? can wife leave the job and visit India for 2-3 months after filing the application?

[@AskKubeir]

The sponsor spouse does not have any income or job requirements, but must be able to show how he/she will support the applicant. Yes can travel outside Canada during the application process as long as the primary residence is Canada

[@vijetasingh3744]

How good does a 480 score has?

[@MapleCanada-w6g]

Call Trudeau and ask.

[@swapnilroychowdhury3083]

I have 6months experience working as a contractor to a US company while living in Canada, and i have completed 8 months working for a Canadian company in canada. Can i claim those 6 months under CEC?

[@smwk2017]

It need to be a Canadian emperor

[@blisseyyy8636]

My PGWP permit is expiring on March 2. My current score is 505. My employer has applied LMIA for me on July 09 ( not their first lmia, however for my role they are applying for first time). Given the time for processing LMIA is 7 months, if my current PGWP expires before they make a decision in my LMIA what are my options? Once I get a positive result, I might qualify for CEC as my CRS will be 553.

[@cynthiaokoro5433]

Is the processing time 7 months now? My employer applied for mine since May and we haven't heard anything yet.

[@dagaramarjeet7085]

​@@cynthiaokoro5433my PR support LMIA application submitted in February and fee deposit on 20 April now waiting for result for a long time...

[@dagaramarjeet7085]

​@@cynthiaokoro5433my application submitted in Feb and fee deposit on April 20 24. Waiting....

[@Sardarkhankhan-yp7ob]

Will the CRS for CEC come down to 480 ?

[@rohanutep81]

No

[@eaa3349]

@@Sardarkhankhan-yp7ob id say maybe 495

[@Sardarkhankhan-yp7ob]

@@eaa3349 so you think 85,000 people are just gonna be above 495 ???? Numbers don’t match up

[@Sardarkhankhan-yp7ob]

@@rohanutep81 what’s your reason ? Give some logic boss

[@eaa3349]

@ whats ur say ?? How low would it go ??? :)

[@Ranjit-Sidhu]

Mainly PNP hit hui ha, baaki sab more or less same hi hai pehle ki tarah

[@eaa3349]

I will be at 503 in Feb/ March 😢😢😢

[@AskKubeir]

All the best

[@sujathatatapudi5971]

Hi sir, I am 40 now, i am a teacher and got admission in Masters in inclusive education in Trinity Western University BC. By the time i complete the course i will be 42. I am planning to learn French language. As per the situation over there will i get PR. Kindly suggest

[@cynthiaokoro5433]

Does this school issue PGWP

[@sujathatatapudi5971]

Yes

[@akt7029]

Positive impacts: 1. Less population > less housing demand > stability in housing and rental market. 2. Less immigration > less labour > unemployment goes down > Wage increases. So wage will increase and housing will come down or at least be stabl, resulting in increase in affordability..

[@alive-dream]

Hi Sir, Why is BC PNP has not accepted PTE Core as an official Test for English Language. When will they do the same? Is there anything I can do on my end?

[@AskKubeir]

Its their discretion. Unfortunately you can not do anything from your end for this, though you may write to them as a request

[@Haxerous]

Because PTE is easy/not rigorous enough compared to IELTS and not a good bench mark test.

[@talktorag]

I have 4 yrs foreign work experience. I applied for my pgwp in early October and received applied status. I am searching to get a proper noc job. Can I open EE profile now or should I wait till I complete one year or nearabout , considering EE profile is valid only for an year if no ITA. Please advise. Thanks.

[@AskKubeir]

You may create an EE profile even now if you wish

[@abdulsageer5899]

Hi Sir, Unfortunately I didn't post the question during live chat on KZbin but I paid 6.99$ via my credit card. Can you help answering my below query? My spouse’s open work permit and visa expire in March 2025. She’s in India and plans to return to Canada for an extension. Can she come in January or February? What’s the deadline she can return to canada?

[@AskKubeir]

She can return at any time before the expiry of her visa and status in Canada. This way, once she returns you will be able to apply for inside Canada extension

[@healthlifestyle142]

Hello sir, I have a managerial role job offer from a MNC in canada, the immigration lawyer appointed by the employer is planning to apply a work permit under C20 reciprocal employment, what will be processing time for this kind of work permit from India?

[@AskKubeir]

3-5 months