Canada had 510,200 job vacancies in the second quarter of 2026, according to the latest Statistics Canada Job Vacancy and Wage Survey. The number of vacancies was little changed from the previous quarter, while the national job vacancy rate remained at 2.8%. The data offers a current snapshot of Canadian labour demand and provides useful...
Since September 1, 2026, UK citizens with pre-arranged employment in eligible occupations can apply for an LMIA exempt Canadian work permit under CPTPP exemption code T52. This follows the UK’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. Canadian employers no longer need a Labour Market Impact Assessment to hire them. What Is...
Canada’s labour market experienced a setback in August 2026, as employment fell by 42,000 jobs while the national unemployment rate remained unchanged at 6.4%. According to the latest Labour Force Survey from Statistics Canada, the employment rate declined by 0.1 percentage points to 60.8%. The monthly results reflect mixed conditions across the Canadian job market,...
The Ontario government is investing nearly $3.9 million to help more than 310 women prepare for careers in skilled trades. The funding will support training, mentorship, employment assistance and workplace connections. The investment is part of the sixth round of Ontario’s Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream and includes specialized programs for women facing employment...
Canada continued its International Experience Canada (IEC) invitation rounds in the second half of August, inviting 1,535 young foreign nationals to apply for an IEC open work permit. The invitations were issued between August 15 and August 30, 2026. As of August 27, 45,338 candidates were registered in the IEC pool and waiting for an...
Canada is investing millions to attract top international researchers, doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows, but immigration processing delays could make it harder for some of this talent to enter Canada and build a long-term future here. The Canada Global Impact+ Research Talent Initiative is designed to strengthen Canada’s research ecosystem by helping universities recruit internationally...
Between July 11 and August 14, 2026, IRCC invited 4,307 young foreigners under International Experience Canada. As of August 14, 42,697 candidates remained in the pool awaiting an invitation, and Canada has now issued 87,320 IEC invitations across the 2026 season. Which Countries Received the Most IEC Invitations This Round? South Korea led the past...
One of the most persistent frustrations for newcomers to Canada is arriving with real, hard-earned medical or nursing credentials and then discovering how long the path to practicing here can take. Ontario’s latest investment is a direct response to that gap, and it’s worth understanding if healthcare is your field. Through its Skills Development Fund...
Canada’s labour market showed renewed strength in July 2026, with employment increasing by 75,000 jobs and the national unemployment rate falling to 6.4%. According to the latest Labour Force Survey from Statistics Canada, the unemployment rate reached its lowest level since July 2024, while employment gains were recorded across several provinces and major industries. The...
