Amna Yasser

Following Canadian immigration closely so you don't have to. Study permits, Express Entry and IRCC updates. Sharing information, not legal advice.

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

This week in Canada for students
Study permits from Pakistan: about 5 weeks
Rural PR program: permanent from January
Provinces: extra PR nominations for workers already there
Express Entry: still paused, first draw could be close
#StudyInCanada

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Canada made 3 moves this month: rural PR route made permanent, PNP up and Express Entry down for 2027, and extra provincial nominations for workers already there.
For students, where you study now matters as much as what you study
#StudyInCanada

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Good news for students in Pakistan.
Canada's study permit processing time from Pakistan is now about 5 weeks, down from 8 weeks in mid October. It updates weekly, so check the latest before you apply
#StudyInCanada

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Part 2 is up. How studying in one of Canada's 14 rural communities could help you skip the work experience requirement for PR, and the conditions you need to meet.

#StudyInCanada

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

One detail students should know: if you graduate from a public college or university in one of these communities, you may not need the usual 1 year of work experience for this program, as long as you meet IRCC's conditions.

Full video on this coming tonight!

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

Canada is focusing immigration on where it can best support our economy, including rural and remote communities facing labour shortages.

Yesterday, Minister Metlege Diab announced that the Rural Community Immigration Pilot is now a permanent program. The program will help rural and remote communities:
•fill long-standing job gaps
•maintain essential like healthcare and education
•grow their economies over the long term

Learn more: https://t.co/8js2nE6cvE

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Canada is making its rural PR route permanent from 1 January 2027. You need a job offer from a designated employer in one of 14 smaller communities, plus a community recommendation. International graduates can apply too!
#CanadaImmigration

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Canada's rural PR route becomes permanent on 1 January 2027. You'll need a job offer from a designated employer in one of 14 smaller communities, plus a community recommendation.

Detailed video breaking it all down coming soon

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

The Rural Community Immigration Pilot is now a permanent program: https://t.co/8js2nE6cvE

This is an important step to strengthen Canada’s economic immigration system and support our domestic workforce.

The program will continue to help rural and remote communities address persistent labour shortages, maintain essential services to Canadians like healthcare and education, and support their long-term economic growth.

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Canada's new Levels Plan shifts weight to provinces: the PNP rises to 95,000 for 2027, while Express Entry drops to 100,000 (from 111,000).
Planning to study in Canada? Choose the province, not just the school
#StudyInCanada

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Tucked inside #Budget2026 is Canada's 2027 to 2029 Levels Plan: 380,000 PR a year, 150,000 new students, 220,000 new workers, and a one time path for up to 200,000 people already in Canada. Who qualifies isn't confirmed yet.

[Finance Canada @FinanceCanada]

#Budget2026 creates the conditions for Canada’s next chapter:

📈Attracting new investment and helping Canadian businesses grow

🏠Addressing housing needs at all stages

💰 Making life more affordable for Canadians

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Since 3 November, IRCC's online profile form still asks for an LMIA (follow its temporary instructions), the CRS calculator is already updated, and there's been no draw since 28 October. Here's what's going on 👇
#ExpressEntry

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Day 1 of the new Express Entry points. If your CRS score hasn't changed yet, don't panic. IRCC says recalculating every profile could take up to 2 weeks, and there's no need to make a new profile.
#ExpressEntry

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

3 Express Entry draws in 3 days last week, and no CEC draw before the changes. From 3 November, every score gets recalculated, and draws may pause for up to 2 weeks. Here's my recap 👇
#ExpressEntry

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

New Express Entry points start 3 November. It's about your job's level, not your salary, and you get points for Canadian work experience or a job offer, whichever is higher
#ExpressEntry

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Picking a program in Canada with PR in mind? A 1 year diploma usually means about a 1 year PGWP. Programs of 2+ years, and master's of 8+ months, can get up to 3. And work while studying full time doesn't count toward CEC

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

@smeurrens Would this also help students who had a study permit interview and later find something in their GCMS notes they don't remember saying?

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Before 3 November, take few minutes to check your Express Entry profile. IRCC will recalculate every score using what's in it. Save this 👇
#ExpressEntry #CanadaPR

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

3 Express Entry draws in 3 days:

Mon: PNP, 792 invited at 761

Tue: French, 5,000 invited at 407

Wed: Transport, 150 invited at 477

A busy week before the 3 November changes.

#ExpressEntry

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

BREAKING: One day after the PNP draw, IRCC has held an Express Entry French language draw. 5,000 invited, with a CRS cut-off of 407, 28 points lower than the last French draw on 16 October.

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Latest PNP draw: 792 invited at a cut-off of 761. Minus the 600 nomination points, the lowest base score was 161. Draws might pause for up to two weeks after 3 November.

[Amna Yasser @AmnaTalksCA]

Good reminder for students. The 24 hour limit applies while classes are in session. During scheduled breaks, like summer or winter holidays, eligible students can work full time.

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

Important information for international students who plan to work while studying:
• You can only work in Canada as an international student if your study permit conditions say you can.
• If you are eligible to work off campus, you can only work up to 24 hours per week while classes are in session.
• Working more than you are allowed is a violation of your study permit conditions, which can have serious consequences.

Learn more: https://t.co/GNyqJaoFfL