The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has introduced important updates that could impact prospective immigrants. Effective April 1, 2025, the program now accepts the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Core test for all immigration streams. This change provides applicants with greater flexibility in meeting language proficiency requirements. Additionally, the AAIP has revised its worker stream...
Starting April 1, 2025, Prince Edward Island (PEI) has implemented the Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act, bringing new licensing requirements for recruiters assisting foreign workers. This change aims to safeguard workers from exploitation while ensuring ethical recruitment practices. Recruiters looking to operate in PEI must now obtain a recruiter license through the official online portal....
The Home Care Worker Immigration: Child Care Pilot has officially reached its application limit for 2025. Launched to provide a pathway to permanent residency for qualified caregivers, the program hit its cap on March 31, 2025—the same day it opened for new submissions. This development means applicants will now have to wait until next year...
Canada’s Start-up Visa (SUV) program is evolving to better support entrepreneurs. As of October 3, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will allow eligible SUV applicants to obtain open work permits while their permanent residence applications are being processed. This change removes the previous requirement for employer-specific work permits, providing greater flexibility for entrepreneurs...
The Canadian government has introduced new intake rules for its home care worker pilot programs, set to begin on March 31, 2025. These programs aim to create a more structured and accessible path to permanent residence for caregivers, ensuring that essential workers can build a future in Canada while meeting the country’s growing demand for...
The City of Greater Sudbury’s Regional Business Centre is now accepting applications for the 2025 intake of its Business Incubator Program. This six-month initiative aims to support local entrepreneurs in building and expanding their businesses. A Free Program to Empower Entrepreneurs The Business Incubator Program is designed to provide participants with essential mentorship, business training,...
Starting April 1, 2025, workers across Canada will see an increase in their paychecks as both federal and provincial minimum wages rise. This change is an important response to inflation and the increasing cost of living in the country. Whether you’re working in a federally regulated sector or a specific province, these new wage adjustments...
Canada continues to welcome young foreign talent through the International Experience Canada (IEC) Program, offering exciting work opportunities for global applicants. Between February 24 and March 24, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 4,983 Invitations to apply (ITAs) for an IEC open work permit. With over 45,779 candidates in the pool as of March...
The Government of Yukon has announced an extension of its agreement with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to support foreign nationals with expiring work permits. This measure aims to provide stability to workers in the Yukon and assist them in their transition to permanent residency under the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP). Extended Work Permit...
