Immigrants who come to Saskatchewan under capped SINP categories — trucking, accommodations, food services, and retail trade are precisely the workers most likely to be earning at or near the minimum wage in their early years. A higher wage floor means more take-home income, greater financial stability during the settlement period, and a better foundation...
Canadian Multiculturalism Day, marked every June, celebrates the idea that Canadian unity does not require sameness. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s 2026 statement reaffirmed that the country’s differences are a strength protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and that building an inclusive Canada is an ongoing, generational project newcomers are part of. Why...
The Canada Border Services Agency launched Free Flow International-to-International Transit on June 26, 2026, letting eligible connecting travellers skip in-person customs check-ins at Toronto Pearson, Vancouver, and Montreal-Trudeau airports. Airlines share passenger data directly with CBSA, while travellers still need valid visas and a confirmed onward flight departing within 24 hours. What Problem is Free...
A Toronto Metropolitan University study finds that automated resume-screening tools may unfairly filter out skilled immigrant applicants before a human ever reviews their file. The algorithms often rely on historical hiring data that undervalues international credentials and overseas work experience, leaving many qualified newcomers underemployed despite driving most of Canada’s workforce growth. Why are Skilled...
Ontario replaced eight Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program streams with one new pathway called the Ontario Workforce Priority stream on June 25, 2026. The change raises language and education requirements, lowers revenue thresholds for rural employers, and tightens compliance timelines. The new Expression of Interest portal opens later this summer. Redesigning the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program...
Canada’s labour market continues to send mixed but encouraging signals. While hiring has slowed compared with previous years, the latest Statistics Canada report shows that employers are still creating jobs and maintaining a significant number of open positions. The newest employment data reveals that Canada job vacancies remained stable at 490,500 in April 2026, while...
Canada’s tourism industry continues to show signs of steady recovery, but the latest figures reveal a trend that goes beyond travel alone. New data from Statistics Canada shows that Canada tourism spending reached $28.4 billion in the first quarter of 2026, supported largely by increased spending from international visitors. While tourism is often viewed as...
Moving to a new country involves much more than obtaining a visa. Finding housing, registering for health care, enrolling children in school, opening a bank account, understanding transportation, and securing employment are just a few of the challenges newcomers face during their first few months in Canada. To make settlement easier, the Government of British...
Thousands of international students come to Canada each year with the goal of earning a Canadian education and eventually building a career or applying for permanent residence. While obtaining a study permit is an important first step, maintaining compliance throughout your studies is equally important. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its operational...
