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...
Express Entry Invitations: July 2024 Recap
July 2024 has been a remarkable month for Canada’s Express Entry system, featuring an unprecedented number of draws and invitations. The month’s activity stands out due to the strategic focus...
Canada Issues 3,000 Express Entry Invitations to Apply (ITAs) For the Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
In a recent milestone, reflecting Canada’s commitment to facilitating the transition of temporary residents to permanent residents, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its first Express Entry draw...
Canada Launches New Caregiver Pilots Granting Immediate PR on Arrival
On June 3rd, 2024, the Canadian government announced the launch of new caregiver pilot programs offering permanent residency (PR) upon arrival. This significant development replaces the existing Home Child Care...
Temporary Pauses in Yukon and New Brunswick PNP Programs Amid Overwhelming Demand
Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) have rapidly gained traction as a primary pathway for economic migrants seeking permanent residency in the country. This growing popularity has led to an unprecedented...
New Rural and Francophone Community Immigration Pilots Now Open for Community Applications!
On May 21, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the official launch of the application process for Rural and Francophone minority communities to participate in the Rural Community...
IRCC Increases Settlement Funds for Express Entry
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have recently updated the minimum settlement funds required for aspiring immigrants in Express Entry. Effective May 28, 2024, these changes are designed to ensure...
Canada Plans to Reduce Temporary Resident Levels
Canada, renowned for its welcoming stance on immigration, is facing an unprecedented housing shortage and economic strains exacerbated by rapid population growth. The government’s recent policy of reducing temporary resident...
Canada Extending Work Permits for 6,700 Temporary Residents in Manitoba
Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, has approved Manitoba’s request to extend temporary resident status for select nominees within the province’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). On May 8th, Minister Marc Miller...
