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This week, Manitoba held another round of invitations for skilled workers outside of Canada to apply for a provincial nomination. Candidates were invited by the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) based on their skilled work experience, candidate ranking scores, and participation in special initiatives.

Germany plans to introduce legislation to abolish a fast-track option that allows well-integrated migrants to naturalize after three years in the country. The move is part of a wider effort by new conservative leader Friedrich Merz to make Europe's largest economy less attractive to foreigners.

The Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) has commenced issuing Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for its 2025 intake, following a highly competitive selection process. According to a May 23 announcement, Yukon received 502 eligible submissions during the intake period from March 31 to April 22, with 392 applications aligning with the territory’s 2025 priorities. Due to a 50% reduction in its annual allocation, Yukon has only 215 nomination spots available this year, making the selection process more competitive than in previous years.