Canada’s immigration system relies on fairness, transparency, and lawful entry into the labour market. But when businesses sidestep these principles, the consequences are serious—and swift. A recent joint investigation by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has brought to light one of the largest cases of unauthorized employment in recent...
In the latest labour force report released by Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan has once again proven itself as the strongest labour market in the country. With nearly 20,000 new jobs added year-over-year and the lowest unemployment rate among all provinces, this prairie province is turning heads—and for all the right reasons. Saskatchewan’s Labour Market is Canada’s...
Manitoba continues to lead with precision. On April 3, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) invited 4 candidates under the Skilled Worker Overseas stream. Each invitation was not random — it was part of a calculated approach to meet real labour demands in the province. These applicants were selected based on direct invitations through...
Canadian researchers applying for US government grants are encountering unexpected roadblocks due to a new ideological screening process. A recently introduced questionnaire now asks applicants to confirm whether their research includes elements related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), environmental justice, and gender ideology—all subjects that have become politically charged in the US. These requirements...
Canada has taken a significant step toward enhancing student employment prospects by adding 40,000 new opportunities under the Student Work Placement Program (SWPP). This expansion, backed by $207.6 million in Budget 2024, aims to provide post-secondary students with hands-on work experience to help them transition into the workforce. The program is designed to ensure that...
For thousands of home support and child-care workers across Canada, the federal Home Care Worker Pilot was supposed to offer a life-changing opportunity — permanent residency. But just hours after the application portal opened on Monday, that dream vanished. With more than 45,000 applicants scrambling for just 2,750 spots, the system buckled under pressure. Technical...
The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has introduced a critical update for 2025 that affects several key industries. Effective immediately, Job Approval Forms (JAFs) in the Accommodations and Food Service, Retail Trade, and Trucking sectors will no longer be processed, as the province has already reached its 25% cap for these occupations. This change puts...
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....
