Economic forecasts for 2026 suggest that Alberta is preparing to outpace every other Canadian province, positioning itself once again as the country’s primary growth engine. According to provincial outlook data, Alberta’s real GDP growth is projected to remain well above the national average, supported by energy production, steady population gains, and expanding investment across both...
Canada’s labour market is entering a period of major transformation. New research released by Statistics Canada reveals how artificial intelligence adoption and rising immigration levels are working together to reshape workforce demographics, job growth, and career opportunities across the country. The data, covering the period between November 2022 and December 2025, shows that overall employment...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has officially launched the 2026 International Experience Canada season, issuing the first Invitations to Apply for open work permits under the program. Between January 1 and January 23, IRCC invited 12,693 young foreign nationals to apply, marking one of the earliest and most active IEC starts in recent years. At...
Manitoba’s healthcare recruitment strategy continues to deliver measurable results. In January 2026, provincial officials confirmed that 13 U.S. trained physicians have joined Manitoba’s healthcare system, strengthening patient access across multiple communities. At ImmigCanada, we view this development not only as a healthcare milestone but also as a clear example of how immigration policy and workforce...
Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) recorded a significant slowdown in November 2025, with only 2,615 new work permits issued, marking the lowest monthly intake since early 2024. This decline reflects the federal government’s broader effort to rebalance temporary migration amid housing pressures and labour market recalibration. According to analysis by certified Canadian immigration consultants...
Canada ended 2025 with a labour market that showed stability, resilience, and important signals for job seekers. The Canada employment report December 2025 revealed that overall employment remained steady while wages continued to rise and healthcare hiring gained momentum. Although unemployment increased slightly, the broader picture points to a labour market that is adjusting rather...
Saskatchewan closed 2025 with strong labour market performance, adding 15,200 jobs over the year and recording the lowest provincial unemployment rate in Canada at 5.2%. The province was the only one nationwide to see its unemployment rate decline compared to 2024, significantly outperforming the national average of 6.8 percent. According to data released by Statistics...
Ontario has taken a major step to strengthen its healthcare system and support internationally trained doctors. As of January 1, 2026, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program has expanded eligibility for self-employed physicians under the Employer Job Offer Foreign Worker stream. This change directly benefits internationally educated doctors who are already contributing to Ontario’s healthcare system...
Canada is entering a critical phase in its immigration cycle as work permit expirations in Canada accelerate at an unprecedented pace. By the end of 2025, nearly one million temporary work permits had already expired. Projections for 2026 suggest that close to another one million permits will lapse. If this trend continues without adequate transition...
