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?...
The path to becoming a certified international teacher in Canada has often felt like a maze for internationally educated professionals. Each province has its own rules. Credential recognition can be tricky. And even if you’re qualified in your home country, that doesn’t guarantee a classroom spot in Canada. But this is starting to change. A...
Starting July 2, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) will shift from paper to digital with the rollout of the OINP Employer Portal. A major upgrade is designed to simplify and speed up immigration processing for both employers and applicants. This change is not just a technical update; it’s a significant step toward making...
In 2025, a growing number of American business founders are looking north, not just for business growth, but for stability. Following Donald Trump’s re-election in 2024, many entrepreneurs in the U.S. are facing a renewed wave of uncertainty. Amid changing immigration policies, political unrest, and concerns about inclusivity, Canada’s Start-Up Visa (SUV) program has quickly...
If you’re considering a move to Canada in 2025, you might want to set your sights on Saskatchewan. While provinces like Ontario and British Columbia often grab the headlines, Saskatchewan is quietly making waves with record-breaking job growth and the lowest unemployment rate in Canada. With over 15,000 new full-time jobs added in May 2025...
The call to shut down Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) has gained traction with a new petition led by Conservative MP Jamil Jivani. His argument? The program suppresses wages and sidelines Canadian workers. While the issue is decades old, the latest wave of deregulation and rising foreign worker numbers in 2025 has reignited urgent...
Starting June 1, 2025, British Columbia will officially have the highest minimum wage in Canada. The general hourly rate will rise from $17.40 to $17.85, marking a modest 2.6% increase. While this change aims to support low-income workers amid rising inflation, the conversation has quickly shifted toward a deeper issue—affordability in one of Canada’s most...
