Canadian universities are seizing a unique opportunity as the U.S. faces significant research funding cuts. With political shifts and financial uncertainty impacting American academia, researchers increasingly look north for stability. This shift presents a significant advantage for Canada’s immigration landscape, attracting top-tier talent to strengthen its research sector. Why U.S. Researchers Are Choosing Canada The...
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,...
Canada has a history of using royal commissions to address critical policy issues. One of the most notable in recent times was the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples (1991-96), chaired by Georges Erasmus and René Dussault. The commission produced an extensive five-volume report, shaping discussions on reconciliation, even if its core recommendations were never fully...
Canada has reached a milestone—a population of 40 million. While this number might seem large, it pales in comparison to global superpowers. In a world where economic and political influence depends heavily on population size, Canada faces a choice: grow stronger or risk becoming geopolitically insignificant. Over the past decade, Canada has significantly increased immigration...
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...
The Canadian government has made a significant change to its Express Entry system, impacting thousands of immigration hopefuls. As of March 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has eliminated the additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points previously awarded for job offers. This decision affects all future and current candidates in the Express Entry...
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 Alberta has announced important changes to its immigration framework, impacting Express Entry candidates and work permit policies. These updates, effective March 17, 2025, will influence applicants under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) and those looking to secure temporary work permits in the province. Understanding these modifications is crucial for prospective immigrants...
