In a decisive move to uphold the integrity of Canada’s immigration system, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has concluded a major investigation into unauthorized employment and worker mistreatment in Winnipeg. On April 2, 2025, Gurwinder Singh Ahluwalia pleaded guilty to violating Section 124 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). He was sentenced...
On January 10, 2025, the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) website released updated unemployment rates for Canada’s Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs). These updates bring significant implications for employers and foreign workers relying on Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under the low-wage stream. This change is especially relevant as LMIA applications are no longer processed...
On September 26, 2024, Canada introduced significant changes to the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) rules, marking a new phase for the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program. These adjustments aim to address concerns related to unemployment, labor shortages, and misuse of the program by employers. Understanding these changes is crucial for both Canadian businesses and...
The Government of Canada has announced significant changes to the work permit processing guidelines for caregivers under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Effective June 18, 2024, these new guidelines aim to streamline the process and clarify the refusal criteria, ensuring a fair and efficient system for applicants. New Ministerial Instructions On June 18, 2024,...
Canada is committed to ensuring that its Temporary Foreign Worker Program runs smoothly and adheres to high standards of compliance. To achieve this, the country has launched Employer Compliance Outreach Sessions. These sessions aim to help employers, associations, and stakeholders better understand their roles and responsibilities within the TFW Program. The Purpose of Outreach Sessions...
In a bid to address the ongoing labor shortage, Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, is spearheading initiatives to reduce the country’s reliance on temporary foreign labor force and international students. However, this move has sparked debates, particularly from business groups arguing that the domestic workforce may not be sufficient to sustain certain sectors of the...
Recently, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)has revealed its plan to commence a new approach to processing work permits for foreign workers. This potential change, as per an Access to Information Request (ATIP) obtained by CIC News, aims to expedite the application process for individuals who already hold a Canadian work permit and seek to...
A foreign national seeking to come to Canada has more than 100 different options. Many of these fall under two general programs: The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and the International Mobility Program (IMP). In spite of the fact that both the TFWP and the IMP are designed to aid Canada’s economic growth, their stated...
Why has Canada suddenly become the preferred destination for foreign students? Canada was always among the top study destinations, but it always seemed to rank below countries like the USA and Australia. So, what has changed? The answer—post-graduation opportunities for international graduates. Today, anybody studying in Canada can easily have complete clarity on the various...
