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Trudeau to resign from Liberal leadership; Canadian Parliament to be prorogued

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Credit to Author: Derek Shank| Date: Mon, 06 Jan 2025 16:36:27 +0000

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his intention to resign from his position as leader of the Liberal Party of Canada. Trudeau says he intends to stay on his position as Prime Minister, until the Liberal Party has selected a new leader. The Prime Minister also asked Governor General Mary Simon to prorogue Parliament until […]

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BREAKING: Trudeau to resign from Liberal leadership; Canadian Parliament to be prorogued

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Credit to Author: Derek Shank| Date: Mon, 06 Jan 2025 16:36:27 +0000

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his intention to resign from his position as leader of the Liberal Party of Canada. Trudeau says he intends to stay on his position as Prime Minister, until the Liberal Party has selected a new leader. The Prime Minister also asked Governor General Mary Simon to prorogue Parliament until […]

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These are the changes coming to Express Entry in 2025

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Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Fri, 03 Jan 2025 13:00:51 +0000

In 2024, we saw sweeping changes to Canada’s Express Entry system, many of which will affect Canada’s largest economic immigration programs in 2025. This article will breakdown the major trends affecting Canada’s Express Entry system in 2025, and the possible effects that they may have on candidate selection this year. Get a Free Express Entry […]

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2024: Express Entry year in review

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Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sat, 28 Dec 2024 14:00:08 +0000

We saw many changes to Canada’s Express Entry system in 2024. In this article, we’ll review the major changes to Express Entry, many of which have significant implications for foreign nationals seeking Canadian permanent residence (PR). Reviewing recent developments and highlighting trends may also give us a better sense of what to expect in the […]

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Four provinces offering incentives to skilled immigrants in healthcare occupations

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Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 12:00:42 +0000

Canada is always looking to attract skilled workers to strengthen its economy and workforce. While Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has taken steps to fill urgent shortages such as those in healthcare, several provinces are attempting to attract skilled workers in the healthcare industry using financial incentives. These include tuition rebates, reimbursement for different […]

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What to do if your study permit application is rejected

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Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 12:00:51 +0000

According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), there is no formal appeal process available to international students who are rejected for a Canadian study permit. However, international students can apply for reconsideration of their study permit decision if they can present new evidence that argues against the rejection of their initial application. Discover your […]

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Alberta’s incentives for skilled immigrants in trade occupations

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Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Mon, 12 Aug 2024 12:00:40 +0000

One of Canada’s most pressing labour market gaps exists in the trades industry. In fact, according to a study released this month by Statistics Canada (StatsCan), the national labour market is facing “downward pressure” resulting from a wave of recent retirements among baby boomers (those born between 1955 and 1965). This has resulted in Canada’s […]

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Is it worth applying for Express Entry after you turn 35?

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Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:00:30 +0000

Prospective Canadian immigrants are sometimes discouraged from applying for Express Entry after they turn 35 years of age. This is largely due to points lost on their  Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. The Express Entry application management system uses the CRS to rank and order eligible Express Entry candidates based on their human capital factors […]

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Five high-paying part-time jobs for Canadian international students in 2024

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Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Fri, 09 Aug 2024 12:00:14 +0000

Earlier this year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that it would not renew its temporary off-campus work hours measure. Since 2022, international students have been permitted to work unlimited hours throughout the academic year. The reintroduction of a cap on work hours throughout the academic year means that international students across Canada must […]

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How to get a Social Insurance Number in Canada

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Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Mon, 05 Aug 2024 12:00:31 +0000

All Canadian residents need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to work in Canada and receive most government benefits and services. Specifically, this number must be provided to your employer so they can facilitate and manage access to important government programs such as Employment Insurance (EI) and the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). In Canada, any citizen […]

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