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...
Exciting news for aspiring IEC participants! In the first week of September 2024, a total of 1961 invitations to apply (ITAs) were issued under the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. This surge in invitations is a positive sign for those hoping to work and travel in Canada. Top Countries Receiving Invitations Australia 210 invitations Taiwan...
Canada’s immigration landscape is constantly evolving, offering new opportunities for skilled workers looking to make a life in this diverse and prosperous country. One of the latest developments from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has caught the attention of many: the introduction of an open work permit (OWP) option for certain Provincial Nominee Program...
Canada remains one of the top destinations for young people looking to gain international work experience. In the latest rounds of the International Experience Canada (IEC) program, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations to 3,928 candidates. These draws, held from August 19 to September 1, 2024, offered young foreigners the opportunity to apply...
Following Quebec’s recent decision to temporarily suspend the low-wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) in Montreal, there has been an online debate among Toronto residents about whether Ontario should follow suit. While some are calling for similar action to ensure job opportunities for Canadians, it’s essential to consider the positive role those...
Canada has long been a popular destination for visitors, students, and professionals looking to explore new opportunities. However, a recent change in immigration policy is making headlines. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have announced the abrupt end of a temporary policy that allowed visitors to apply for work permits while staying in Canada. Initially...
In a significant shift for Canada’s immigration landscape, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has abruptly ended the peer review process for the Canada Start-Up Visa (SUV) program. Announced on August 22, 2024, this decision marks a pivotal change in how applications under this program will be assessed moving forward. What Is the Canada...
