Canada’s immigration landscape shifted again this week as Ontario announced major changes that directly affect skilled trades workers hoping to settle in the province. The Ontario Skilled Trades Stream has been one of the most popular pathways for trades professionals who already have experience in the province. But on November 14, Ontario paused the program,...
The Canada Jobs Report for October 2025 delivered encouraging results. Employment increased by 67,000, the employment rate rose to 60.8%, and the unemployment rate declined to 6.9%. These results mark the second consecutive month of gains, reinforcing a stable labour market that supports workers, communities, and employers across the country. Canada Jobs Report October 2025...
Saskatchewan’s job market demonstrates strong growth this year, with new figures revealing one of the most robust employment surges in Canada. According to the latest report from Statistics Canada, the province added 14,000 new jobs compared to the previous year, a 2.3% increase that ranks second among Canadian provinces. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate dropped to...
If you work in Manitoba, Alberta, or Yukon and are waiting inside a Provincial Nominee Program expression-of-interest pool, the news that Canada extended the open work permit policy for provincial nominee program candidates brings some real breathing space. With the extension now lasting until December 31, 2025, many workers can keep earning and remain active...
Canada set to relaunch accelerated immigration pathway for U.S. H-1B visa holders, positions Canada to attract specialists seeking a faster, more reliable route to permanent residence. Although absent from the Immigration Levels Plan, the initiative appears in fiscal plans for 2025 and fits a broader goal: draw top talent in tech, healthcare, construction, and research....
Medical checks are an important part of Canada’s immigration system. They protect public health and help ensure that newcomers entering the country are healthy and safe. In November 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada introduced changes to the list of countries that require an Immigration Medical Exam for temporary residence applications. This update has added...
The final selection round of the International Experience Canada draw 2025 has officially concluded. The latest update from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada confirms that 2,946 candidates were invited to apply for an IEC open work permit. This marks the end of this year’s invitation cycles under one of the most popular youth mobility programs...
For years, the Temporary Foreign Worker Program has been at the center of public debate in Canada. Some view it as a necessary labour tool, while others see it as controversial. The truth sits somewhere more practical: the program fills real labour gaps when employers simply cannot find workers locally, especially in rural areas, seasonal...
Health care professionals play a central role in keeping Saskatchewan families healthy and supported. Recognizing their vital contribution, the province has officially declared October 26 to November 1, 2025, as Saskatchewan Health Care Provider Week. This dedicated week shines a spotlight on more than 50,000 health care workers who serve communities every day, from major...
