Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is making great strides with its innovative Skills Missions initiative, a key part of the Strategic Immigration Review unveiled in October 2023. This program is designed to attract high-skilled immigrants by connecting with talent pools worldwide. Despite the Chief International Talent Officer (CITO) role being unfilled, the initiative is...
Are you dreaming of Immigrating to Canada? Canada’s International Experience Canada (IEC) program might just be your right pathway! Here, we’ll dive into the recent IEC draw results and what they mean for people seeking Canadian work experiences. Get ready to discover exciting opportunities that could shape your future! The Latest IEC Draw: By the...
Canada continues to welcome young talents from across the globe through its International Experience Canada (IEC) program. In the latest round of invitations, held from July 8 to July 14, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued an impressive 3,045 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for IEC open work permits. Canada IEC Draw Welcomes Young Global...
Canada is taking significant steps to enforce regulations within the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). This program is crucial in addressing labor shortages by allowing employers to hire skilled foreign workers. Recent efforts to penalize non-compliant employers underscore Canada’s commitment to fair treatment and safety for temporary foreign workers. Ensuring Fair Treatment for Temporary Workers...
The construction industry in Canada is facing a critical shortage of skilled labour, and a leading voice in the sector is calling for significant immigration reforms. The British Columbia Building Trades (BCBT) union has urged the federal government to revamp its immigration policies to address the ongoing labour crunch that threatens the industry’s growth and...
If you’re a young professional eager to explore new opportunities abroad, Canada’s International Experience Canada (IEC) program offers a golden ticket. Over the past month alone, Canada extended invitations to 7,444 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit. This blog delves into the recent draws and why the IEC program is a...
Navigating Canada’s immigration landscape can be daunting for international students stuck in the Express Entry pool. Despite Canada’s efforts to make the system more favorable for international students, many find it challenging to secure an Invitation to Apply (ITA) due to high Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores. If you’re feeling stuck, consider an alternative pathway:...
In a significant stride towards enhancing international economic partnerships, Canada has recently introduced a new free trade agreement with Ukraine. This landmark agreement, known as the Canada–Ukraine Free Trade Agreement (CUFTA), came into effect on July 1, 2024, and is set to revolutionize business interactions between the two nations. The CUFTA aims to foster robust...
Effective July 1, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has introduced significant updates to its Employer Job Offer in-Demand Skills stream. The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development (MLITSD) has expanded the eligibility list to include additional occupations for positions outside the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). These changes aim to address the...
