Canada’s marine industry is getting a powerful boost. On July 18, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced new updates under the International Mobility Program (IMP) that directly affect marine transportation workers. This move brings Canada in line with international maritime standards while helping fill labour shortages and ensure stronger protections for foreign seafarers,...
On July 16, 2025, IRCC released updated guidelines for the Recognized Employer Pilot, making it easier for trusted Canadian employers to hire temporary foreign workers. The program simplifies the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process for repeat employers with strong compliance histories and is set to run until fall 2026. With growing demand for skilled...
Canada has quietly made a powerful shift in immigration policy—and it could open the door for thousands of skilled workers waiting for their chance to settle in Quebec. If you hold a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) but live outside the province or even overseas, the Quebec International Mobility Program Plus (IMP+) Open Work Permit might...
Canada labour market is back in motion. After months of stagnation, employment surged in June 2025 with a gain of 83,000 jobs, marking the first increase since January. Part-time work drove the rise, but full-time employment across provinces and key sectors also contributed to a stronger national employment rate of 60.9%. The unemployment rate also...
In a major leap for Canada’s prairie powerhouse, Saskatchewan reached a historic employment milestone in June 2025, adding 26,300 full-time jobs and achieving the province’s lowest-ever unemployment rate of just 4.9%. This boom signals more than just strong economic performance; it reflects the growing opportunities for Canadian immigration to Saskatchewan. With increasing demand in sectors...
In a welcome move for international students, Canada has restored PGWP eligibility for key fields of study that were briefly removed from the approved list. This update from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) comes just days after a controversial removal of certain programs sparked confusion and concern across the student community. The reinstatement ensures...
Canada’s agriculture and fish processing industries are in urgent need of workers. To meet this growing demand, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is developing a new immigration stream for agriculture foreign workers stream that targets these specific sectors. This move could bring much-needed relief to employers while also opening doors for international talent seeking...
Canada continues to roll out the red carpet for international youth through its International Experience Canada (IEC) program. In June 2025 alone, 7,162 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued under various IEC streams, allowing thousands of young individuals to live, work, and experience the Canadian lifestyle first-hand. If you’re between 18 and 35 years old...
Canada’s job market in April 2025 paints a picture of subtle transition. While average weekly earnings saw a year-over-year growth of 4.43%, bringing the weekly average to $1,297, some sectors experienced notable dips in employment. This comes after a 4.06% increase recorded in March, and a month-over-month gain of 0.8%. But what’s behind the numbers?...
