Ontario is making a major move to address health-care staffing needs by expanding Ontario nursing seats across the province. As part of the 2025 Ontario Budget, the government is investing $56.8 million to create 2,200 additional spaces for nursing students in public colleges and universities. The goal is to strengthen the pipeline of registered nurses,...
Canadian payroll employment rises 0.1% in May 2025, reflecting modest but steady growth in key sectors despite signs of a cooling labour market. According to Statistics Canada, 15,300 jobs were added in May, with notable gains in health care, retail trade, and construction. However, job vacancies dropped to their lowest level since 2017, indicating shifting...
Starting July 31, 2025, Canada is making it easier for foreign physicians in Quebec to work in underserved regions. Instead of requiring two separate work permits, eligible international doctors can now apply for a single work permit under code C10, covering both the evaluation period and full-time medical practice. This long-anticipated change reduces red tape...
Canadian immigration continues to transform regional economies, and nowhere is this clearer than in Quebec. A recent report by the Institut de la statistique du Québec (ISQ) shows that immigrants in Quebec are significantly more likely to hold university degrees than non-immigrants. In fact, 44% of immigrants aged 25 to 64 have a university education,...
Canadian immigration is witnessing a major shift as Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces the launch of 100,000 provincial work permits. This development follows a strong call from all 13 provincial premiers demanding more authority over immigration, citing federal delays and pressing workforce needs. Ontario’s step is poised to redefine how provinces attract talent while addressing...
The IRCC mandatory language testing proposal is set to change how temporary foreign workers enter Canada under the International Mobility Program (IMP). Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) plans to introduce third-party language assessments by 2027, ensuring workers possess the skills needed to integrate smoothly into the Canadian workforce and economy. This new measure reflects...
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...
