Exciting news for aspiring young adventurers and career-seekers! Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently conducted draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC) pool, inviting 12,501 individuals to apply for open work permits. This signifies Canada’s unwavering commitment to attracting diverse global talent and enriching its cultural tapestry. From January 22nd to February 4th, 2024,...
Businesses in Sudbury, the largest city in northern Ontario, are expressing concerns about the impending conclusion of the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) program this year. They fear that its discontinuation will pose challenges in recruiting necessary employees. Consequently, they are urging the Canadian government to make the RNIP a permanent immigration program. Call...
In a significant stride towards bolstering its healthcare workforce, New Brunswick welcomes international nurses with open arms. Health Minister Bruce Fitch, on January 30, 2024, celebrated the invaluable contributions of nurses with international education at Loch Lomond Villa in Saint John. Recruitment Success and Growing Workforce A recent recruitment mission in the Philippines has yielded...
The Canadian province of New Brunswick is striving to address persistent labor shortages in the construction sector. Both provincial and federal governments have joined hands with the Construction Association of New Brunswick (CANB) to overcome the situation. They have exclusively formed a dedicated establishment, the Labour Force Adjustment Committee to strategically leverage immigration to counter...
Two provinces in Atlantic Canada are set to witness a rise in their minimum wages, a development aimed at addressing economic disparities. New Brunswick Newfoundland and Labrador are adjusting their minimum wage rates, attempting to strike a balance between workers’ needs and businesses’ sustainability. New Brunswick’s Increment Effective April 1, New Brunswick’s minimum wage will...
In a strategic move to address labor shortages and enhance its healthcare workforce, the Canadian Government has earmarked $86 million to aid 6,600 foreign health professionals in their transition to working in Canada. This substantial investment is part of Canada’s broader healthcare improvement strategy, involving a planned investment exceeding $200 billion over the next decade....
In the dynamic landscape of Canadian immigration, the Start-Up Visa (SUV) program witnessed a notable fluctuation in November, reflecting a 32.5% decline from the robust performance observed in October, according to the latest data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). October Surge and November Dip October marked a significant upswing for SUV entrepreneur immigration,...
A recent poll conducted by Nanos Research, a prominent North American research and strategy organization, sheds light on Canadian sentiments regarding temporary foreign workers and their impact on the economy. This survey, commissioned by The Globe and Mail, delves into various aspects, including the perceived importance of temporary foreign workers, support for employers bringing them...
As of January 1st, 2024, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is gearing up to welcome applications for two pivotal caregiver pilot programs: The Home Childcare Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot: Direct to Permanent Residence category. Here, we highlight the details of these programs and recent changes. The Reset and Renewal In...
