Canada’s job market stays strong despite economic challenges: report

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Mon, 10 Feb 2025 15:11:24 +0000

A new report from the Conference Board of Canada, an independent research organization that analyzes economic trends, highlights the strength of Canada’s job market.

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A newcomer’s guide to work permit-exempt individuals in Canada

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Mon, 10 Feb 2025 11:00:54 +0000

Depending on the nature and duration of your work, you may be exempt from needing a work permit in Canada. This article will cover How to understand if you may be work permit-exempt; and Examples of work permit-exempt people in Canada. Consult with an experienced immigration representative Business visitors are a form of work-permit exempt […]

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British Columbia and Manitoba issue provincial nominations, Alberta provides candidate pool updates

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sun, 09 Feb 2025 11:00:29 +0000

This week, British Columbia and Manitoba issued more invitations to candidates hoping to secure provincial nominations. Candidates were invited through economic streams for their confirmed employment, education, or intention to open a business in their chosen province. In addition, Alberta has provided updates on the current number of candidate profiles in Expression of Interest (EOI) […]

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How long will my PGWP be valid for if I have completed more than one program of study?

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:00:47 +0000

New guidance by the Canadian federal government impacts the length of Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) for foreign nationals who have graduated from more than one program of study. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued a public update to its operational instructions and guidelines for immigration officers issuing PGWPs. Prior to these changes, it […]

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Leveraging 2024 financials for business success in 2025

Credit to Author: Shalini Dharna| Date: Fri, 07 Feb 2025 14:09:48 +0000

By analyzing your 2024 financials, you can craft a comprehensive financial roadmap for the coming year that not only ensures sustainability but also fosters growth.

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February 2025: State of the Express Entry pool

Credit to Author: Caroline Minks| Date: Fri, 07 Feb 2025 14:46:34 +0000

After a January that saw Express Entry draws return to some semblance of normalcy, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has already held two draws in the month of February. January saw the issuance of 5,821 Invitations to Apply (ITAs): candidates includes those in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and those in enhanced Provincial Nominee […]

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Canada’s best and brightest unite for cancer research awareness

Credit to Author: Gautam Viswanathan| Date: Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:11:46 +0000

A group of prominent Canadians at the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation (PMCF) recently, to launch Carry the Fire, an initiative aimed at raising awareness for cancer research and shifting public attitudes toward the disease.

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New Brunswick begins reopening immigration programs

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Thu, 06 Feb 2025 14:25:12 +0000

New Brunswick will finally begin opening its immigration streams, after a period of adjustment following notice from the federal government that the province would only be given 2,750 immigrant nomination spaces this year. The 2,750 spaces will be split up between the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program NBPNP (1,500) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) […]

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IRCC issues more CEC invitations in second Express Entry draw of the week

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 05 Feb 2025 18:59:15 +0000

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system. The department issued 4,000 ITAs to candidates in a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 521 and to have created […]

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