It is commonly observed that immigrants who possess a high level of skill/aptitude are subjected to the perception that they lack the skills/aptitudes necessary to perform many of the same jobs that they would have performed in their country of origin had they not entered Canada. In the eyes of many, this perception is largely...
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is transitioning from its National Occupation Classification (NOC) 2016 to an updated NOC 2021. With the transition to NOC 2021, IRCC has made 16 occupations eligible for Express Entry, including transport truck and bus drivers, two occupations with significant labour shortages throughout the country. Lack of School Bus Drivers...
The number of professions is seeing increased hiring in Canada, as outlined in a recent report “20 Canadian roles in demand”. As a result of the study calculated growth rates for each profession (excluding jobs that are not salaried full-time or part-time roles) based on the titles of millions of jobs started by LinkedIn members...
The Express Entry draw for 2023 was held on February 2. A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 489. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations to 3,300 candidates with a minimum score of 489. The draw was only applicable to candidates in the Federal Skilled Worker Program for the first time since...
A growing number of newcomers choose to settle in Northeastern Ontario instead of large cities like Toronto or Montreal. Northeastern Ontario offers newcomers the opportunity to build the life they’ve always dreamed of. With affordable living, job opportunities, and many amenities, newcomers are able to build a successful life quickly. Northeastern Ontario has everything you...
This is a good indication that the hiring climate in Canada has improved in November 2022, as payroll employment (the number of employees receiving pay or benefits from their employer) has increased in 10 out of 15 sectors—a good indication that the Canadian economy is returning to its pre-COVID level of growth. This resulted in...
For its 2023 pool, International Experience Canada (IEC) is accepting applications. In January 2016, it was announced that the International Exchange Council would expand its program intake to a maximum of 90,000 applicants from partner countries, beginning in 2023. This will provide close to 90,000 people from partner countries an opportunity to work and travel...
In Statistics Canada’s third-quarter report on job vacancies, they found that Canada continues to face labour shortages, as employers sought to fill nearly a million (959,600) positions. Job openings are considered vacant if: A specific position exists; Work could start within 30 days; and The employer is actively looking for workers from outside the organization...
On Dec 2nd, 2022, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that some current Work Permit holders’ spouses and children will be eligible to receive Open Work Permits (OWP) under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). How Do Work Permits and Temporary Foreign Worker Programs Work? A work permit is required for foreign nationals (those...
