The first of October brings good news for workers in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island. Starting this date, all four provinces will implement significant hikes in their minimum wage rates. As economic pressures rise, keeping up with wage increases becomes essential to maintaining a fair standard of living for workers across the country....
Starting on September 30, 2024, the Alberta government is implementing a significant update to its immigration process under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). The province will launch a new Worker Expression of Interest (EOI) system, designed to streamline applications for its worker streams. This change is expected to simplify how skilled workers apply for...
Canada is facing a critical moment as over 200,000 Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) are set to expire within the next 15 months. For thousands of international students who have contributed significantly to Canada’s economy, the ticking clock on their work permits raises serious concerns. What does this mean for their future in Canada, and how...
Canada remains one of the most popular destinations for skilled professionals seeking new opportunities, and Manitoba is a prime example of the country’s commitment to welcoming immigrants. Recently, the province launched a new initiative designed to support Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) as they transition toward permanent residency. This move comes at a crucial time, offering...
Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) has been a crucial pathway for employers to fill critical labor shortages when local talent is unavailable. Recently, the federal government announced a significant review of the High Wage Stream of the program, signaling potential changes to its policies. This review could alter how work permits are issued, to...
Quebec’s Superior Court has approved a class-action lawsuit targeting the federal government’s use of closed work permits. These permits, which tie temporary foreign workers to a single employer, have been widely criticized for creating exploitative conditions. The lawsuit questions the fairness and constitutionality of these permits and could lead to major reforms in Canada’s immigration...
Canada’s Start-Up Visa (SUV) program is experiencing a surge in popularity, with a notable increase in the number of immigrant entrepreneurs arriving through this pathway. In July 2024, the country welcomed 720 new permanent residents through the SUV program, marking a 27.4% increase from June’s total of 565. This boost has brought the total number...
In a significant policy shift, the Canadian government recently announced the end of a special public policy that allowed certain visitors to apply for employer-specific work permits while staying in Canada. This policy, first introduced in August 2020, was designed to address the labor shortages caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, as of September 9,...
Canada is taking an important step towards improving the working conditions for its migrant farm workers with a new initiative launching this month. As part of this effort, researchers from the University of Windsor and Toronto Metropolitan University have developed the Fair Farmwork Toolkit, a certification program designed to support ethical farm operators and improve...
