CIC news cited Canada’s immigration minister has a mandate to promote the French language outside of Quebec. In a release announcing the draw for French-speaking Express Entry candidates IRCC said by prioritizing the invitation of French-speaking newcomers, Canada aims to support economic growth through Francophone immigration outside Quebec while recognizing how it enriches and strengthens these communities.
Canada's immigration minister, Sean Fraser, announced new categories for category-based selection on May 31. These categories were introduced following a law passed last June, granting the minister the authority to invite economic immigration candidates based on specific attributes instead of their overall CRS score.
The categories for 2023 include healthcare, STEM professions, trades, transport, agriculture and agri-food, and strong French-language proficiency. These categories will be subject to annual review and may be modified in 2024.
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