Quebec’s Superior Court has approved a class-action lawsuit targeting the federal government’s use of closed work permits. These permits, which tie temporary foreign workers to a single employer, have been widely criticized for creating exploitative conditions. The lawsuit questions the fairness and constitutionality of these permits and could lead to major reforms in Canada’s immigration...
In the ever-evolving narrative of Canadian real estate, a significant chapter unfolds as the government announces the extension of the ban on foreign home purchasing until the end of 2027. Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland shared this pivotal decision, emphasizing the government’s commitment to ensuring houses in Canada remain homes for its citizens rather than speculative...
In a significant move aimed at addressing labor shortages and enhancing family integration, Canada has introduced a progressive policy that opens doors for dependent children of temporary foreign workers (TFWs) to obtain work permits. This groundbreaking initiative seeks to strengthen families, foster community integration, and tap into untapped talent within the country. Expanding Work Permit...
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...
Why you should use an immigration professional for your Canada immigration application? The same reason why you hire architects and engineers to design your home, plumbers for pipe work, and carpenters for making furniture—it’s never as easy as it looks. A cursory look at the immigration process including the detailed eligibility requirements of various Canada immigration...
Why hire a foreign worker? It’s completely natural to have doubts about hiring a foreign skilled worker for your Canadian business. So many legal procedures and formalities along with ongoing immigration compliances. Plus, there will be the cultural challenges of having somebody from another country working with your team. Yet, it doesn’t make sense to avoid hiring...
Hit hard by the disruptions caused by the pandemic, international students in the US received a double whammy when the US President announced that international students choosing online classes over in-person classroom instructions will be stripped of their study visas. Following intense criticism, this rule was withdrawn but only for those already studying in the...
In the fast-paced and ultra-competitive world, employers just cannot afford to wait months for the work permit formalities to be completed for an in-demand position without qualified domestic workers. This is why Canada has setup the Global Talent Stream, which is a unique stream under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. This stream offers fast-track processing...
The Covid-19 pandemic is certainly the biggest challenge the world has faced in a very long time. Yet, it is not the end of modern civilization, which means you need to start planning for the future. And you should prepare for the Post-COVID Canadian Economy. Unlike past pandemics, we have avoided horrendous casualties by sacrificing...
