The call to shut down Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) has gained traction with a new petition led by Conservative MP Jamil Jivani. His argument? The program suppresses wages and sidelines Canadian workers. While the issue is decades old, the latest wave of deregulation and rising foreign worker numbers in 2025 has reignited urgent...
Category: Work in Canada
British Columbia’s Minimum Wage Rises to $17.85 by June 2025
Starting June 1, 2025, British Columbia will officially have the highest minimum wage in Canada. The general hourly rate will rise from $17.40 to $17.85, marking a modest 2.6% increase. While this change aims to support low-income workers amid rising inflation, the conversation has quickly shifted toward a deeper issue—affordability in one of Canada’s most...
Canada Invites Over 8,000 IEC Candidates in May 2025 – What It Means for Youth Immigration
Canada continues to strengthen its ties with young professionals from around the world. In May 2025 alone, over 8,000 candidates were invited to apply for work permits under the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. This initiative offers foreign youth an opportunity to gain valuable work experience in Canada without needing a Labour Market Impact Assessment...
Canada Expands International Experience Canada Program for Japanese Youth
Canada has just opened the door wider for young people from Japan to experience life and work here. Starting April 1, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially updated the International Experience Canada (IEC) program, allowing Japanese youth to participate twice instead of just once. This change marks a strong step forward in...
Canada’s Rising Reliance on Low-Wage Migrant Workers
Canada’s economic engine is changing—and fast. A new report by the Bank of Canada highlights a sharp transformation in the nation’s labour market, with an increasing share of jobs now being filled by low-wage migrant workers. As population growth accelerates and the native-born workforce shrinks, temporary migration has emerged as a major driver of both...
What Business Owners Need to Know About Canada’s Updated International Mobility Program
For years, Canada’s International Mobility Program (IMP) has served as a pathway for foreign business owners to temporarily operate in the country without needing a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). But recent changes from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) are reshaping this route. If you’re a business owner planning to come to Canada temporarily,...
PEI Seeks Public Input on Next Phase of Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act
The Prince Edward Island (PEI) government is moving forward with the second phase of its Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act, aimed at strengthening protections for temporary foreign workers. The province is now inviting public feedback on two new elements: the employer registry and a new set of administrative penalty regulations. These measures are designed to...
Petition to End Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program: What It Means for Immigration
Canada’s immigration system is once again at the center of national discussion. On May 23, 2025, Conservative MP Jamil Jivani launched a petition demanding an end to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), with the exception of the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program. The move has sparked mixed reactions across the country. While supporters believe this...
Saskatchewan Eyes Work Permit Extension to Support Skilled Workers and Employers
In a bold and hopeful move, Saskatchewan is looking to secure a two-year Canada work permit extension for skilled foreign workers. This initiative comes as a lifeline for thousands of temporary residents whose futures in the province are now uncertain due to major changes to the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP). Federal cuts have reduced...