Canada Announces New Measures to Reduce Temporary Residents: Major Changes to PGWP, Study & Work Permits
On September 18, 2024, the Government of Canada announced significant changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, study permit eligibility, and work permit rules. These changes aim to manage...
Saskatchewan Introduces Two New Immigration Pathways for Healthcare and Agriculture Workers
On August 30, 2024, Saskatchewan launched two new immigration pathways under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) to address critical labour shortages in the healthcare and agriculture sectors. These initiatives...
IRCC Introduces Open Work Permit Policy for PNP Candidates
Canada’s immigration landscape is evolving with the introduction of a new work permit public policy, introduced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), to allow certain Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)...
Canada to Launch New Immigration Pathway for TEER 4 and 5 Workers
Canada is continuously adapting its immigration policies to address the evolving needs of its workforce. The latest development is the proposed introduction of a new immigration pathway designed specifically for...
Canada Ends Policy Allowing Visitors to Apply for Work Permits from Inside Canada
In a significant policy shift, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has abruptly ended the temporary public policy that allowed certain visitors in Canada to apply for work permits from...
Alberta Introduces “Alberta is Calling: Moving Bonus” to Attract Skilled Tradespersons
Alberta is launching the “Alberta is Calling: Moving Bonus,” a one-time, tax-free $5,000 incentive for up to 2,000 skilled tradespeople who relocate to the province, work in an eligible occupation,...
New Brunswick Closed Express Entry Stream After Reaching 2024 Allocation Limit
The New Brunswick Express Entry stream, a key pathway for skilled workers to immigrate to New Brunswick, is paused the issuance of new Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for the remainder...
Canada to End Low-Wage LMIA Processing for Temporary Foreign Workers
On August 26, 2024, the Government of Canada announced significant changes coming to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), in particular, the government’s intention to cease processing Labour Market Impact...
Quebec Temporarily Suspends Low-Wage LMIA Processing For Temporary Foreign Workers
Effective September 3rd, 2024, Quebec will implement a temporary suspension of Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications for low-wage positions in Montréal. This suspension applies to job offers with hourly...
Canada Introduces New Francophone Student Pilot Program With Direct Pathway to Permanent Residence
In a bid to support the growth and vitality of French-speaking communities outside Quebec, the Canadian government has unveiled the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) program as part of...
