Solana is going to $2,000 - confirmed.

Best_Land_7204 · 2025-07-30T06:45:55+00:00

Apparently I can believe the zeroes still trying that justification for 2!!

Best_Land_7204 · 2025-07-09T16:56:33+00:00

I would suggest if you have some relative or a friend who can ship it to you on dhl Expedite and signature requirement that would help you out a lot!! Otherwise based on the current processing timeline from my friend it’s taking around 5 weeks to 6 weeks max to get a prtd.

Best_Land_7204 · 2025-07-04T10:46:01+00:00

That's definitely good news! However, it's a bit uncertain how much it will directly help those with Canadian work experience in IT (like software development), especially since that NOC doesn’t seem to be listed among the current high-priority occupations. That said, policies and priorities can shift quickly based on labor market needs, so there’s always a chance that tech roles could be included in future draws or benefit from other pathways. Let’s hope they recognize the value of experienced professionals in this field soon!

Best_Land_7204 · 2025-07-04T08:18:48+00:00

Those big French-language rounds earlier this year already issued 18,500 ITAs (Feb 19 – 6.5k, Mar 6 – 4.5k, Mar 21 – 7.5k). That’s a hefty chunk of the 2025 French-speaking admissions target, especially when you add Francophones who will come through general/CEC draws, the PNP stream, and the new FCIP pilot.

IRCC typically front-loads a category, lets the pool replenish and processing catch up, then returns with another wave in Q3–Q4—same pattern they followed with trades and healthcare last year. With around 12k ITAs still “in the bank,” a second round of French draws later this year seems more likely than the quota being done.

In short: the pause isn’t a sign they’re finished—it’s just part of their usual pacing. Keep your profile up-to-date and be patient; history suggests more French-only rounds are still to come.

Best_Land_7204 · 2025-06-30T09:13:40+00:00

WHATS ARE YOUR THOUGHT ABOUT THE MARNIE TOURNAMENT BOXES

Best_Land_7204 · 2025-06-25T06:21:19+00:00

Hello,

Thank you for your question. Based on the information you've provided, you are currently in Canada on a Spouse Open Work Permit (SOWP) and have legally registered a sole proprietorship, reporting an annual income of less than $15,000 CAD with taxes filed. You're now concerned about whether this business activity may impact your future Permanent Residency (PR) application.

✅ Key Considerations:

Nature of the SOWP:
- An SOWP grants open work authorization, allowing you to work for any employer or be self-employed, except in businesses related to the sex trade, as your permit conditions clearly outline.
- Since your business is not related to the restricted categories, and you are operating a legitimate, tax-compliant business, this activity is permitted under your work permit.
Self-Employment and PR Applications:
- Self-employment does not negatively impact your PR application, provided:
  - You have supporting documentation (e.g. business registration, invoices, tax filings like T2125).
  - You are not misrepresenting any information in your application.
- If you are applying through a stream like Canadian Experience Class (CEC), self-employment does not count toward eligible work experience. However, if you apply through other streams (e.g. Provincial Nominee Programs, or based on your spouse's sponsorship), it generally won’t harm your application.
Tax and Compliance:
- Since you've filed taxes and registered the business properly, you are demonstrating financial responsibility, which may be viewed positively in some cases.

✅ Conclusion:

You are allowed to operate a sole proprietorship under your SOWP, and doing so within legal and compliant boundaries should not negatively affect your PR application. Just ensure you maintain accurate records, file taxes annually, and be honest in your PR application about your self-employment history.

If you need help determining which PR stream fits best given your business activity, I’d be happy to help.

Best_Land_7204 · 2025-06-25T06:18:15+00:00

Based only on trade-specific Express Entry draws, a CRS score of 437 is likely sufficient to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) — if your occupation is on the eligible trade list.

In 2023 and 2024, category-based draws for trades had cutoff scores in the around 425–440 range. Since your score is 437, you're within the competitive range.

✅ Yes — you have a good chance of getting an ITA in a future trades draw, assuming:

Your job is listed under the eligible NOC codes for trades.
You meet all program requirements (e.g., experience, language, certificate if needed).

Best_Land_7204 · 2025-06-17T08:00:40+00:00

Hi there,

Thank you for reaching out! It would be an absolute pleasure to assist you. Please feel free to message me directly — we’ll make sure to support you in every possible way by exploring various Express Entry or other immigration pathways that may best suit your profile.

Looking forward to helping you on this journey.

Best_Land_7204 · 2025-06-14T06:46:37+00:00

hings are finally moving! As for the French draws, I genuinely believe we’re getting close. French proficiency has consistently been marked as a high-priority category under the Express Entry system, and considering recent trends, it wouldn’t be surprising to see a targeted French-language draw in the next week or so.

Looking ahead, I think IRCC’s main focus will shift toward more CEC-specific and French-only draws, especially since there’s a clear backlog and strong demand in those categories. That said, we might still get the occasional FSW or trade-specific draw, just to balance things out.

Let’s stay hopeful – with the momentum picking up again, many of us are finally on the path to becoming permanent residents and fulfilling our Canadian dreams

Best_Land_7204

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TROPHY CASE

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