Members of Parliament Salma Zahid and Rechie Valdez announced that caregivers can now apply for permanent residence in Canada with 12 months of work experience instead of 24. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will ensure that applicants have the required amount of work experience before approval is granted to them. The change will take...
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced changes to the way applicants applying for a Super Visa can pay for their medical insurance coverage. The applicant must have private medical insurance that meets all the following criteria to qualify for the Super Visa: It covers medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation; It provides at...
This week, Ontario, British Columbia, and Manitoba invited candidates to apply through Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). A majority of Canadian provinces and territories (except for Quebec and Nunavut) operate their own provincial nominating programs (PNP). Through these programs, interested candidates may be invited to apply for provincial nominations. Receiving a provincial nomination can be helpful...
The number of professions is seeing increased hiring in Canada, as outlined in a recent report “20 Canadian roles in demand”. As a result of the study calculated growth rates for each profession (excluding jobs that are not salaried full-time or part-time roles) based on the titles of millions of jobs started by LinkedIn members...
The Express Entry draw for 2023 was held on February 2. A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 489. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations to 3,300 candidates with a minimum score of 489. The draw was only applicable to candidates in the Federal Skilled Worker Program for the first time since...
Canada is expanding its open work permit options for Hong Kong nationals, according to immigration minister Sean Fraser. A statement issued by the Minister of Labour in Toronto indicated that the Open Work Permit (OWP) for Hong Kong residents would be extended for a further two years, which had been intended to expire today. For...
This week, the provinces of Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Manitoba invited candidates to apply through Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Several Canadian provinces and territories operate Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Through these programs, candidates may be invited to apply for provincial nomination. Receiving a provincial nomination can help you gain permanent residency. Unlike Canada’s immigration...
A growing number of newcomers choose to settle in Northeastern Ontario instead of large cities like Toronto or Montreal. Northeastern Ontario offers newcomers the opportunity to build the life they’ve always dreamed of. With affordable living, job opportunities, and many amenities, newcomers are able to build a successful life quickly. Northeastern Ontario has everything you...
This is a good indication that the hiring climate in Canada has improved in November 2022, as payroll employment (the number of employees receiving pay or benefits from their employer) has increased in 10 out of 15 sectors—a good indication that the Canadian economy is returning to its pre-COVID level of growth. This resulted in...
