What jobs are eligible for simplified LMIA processing in Quebec?

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Mon, 30 Oct 2023 12:00:07 +0000

Annually, the Ministry of Immigration in Quebec publishes an updated list of occupations eligible for simplified processing as it relates to using a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). This occurs because Quebec operates somewhat separately from the rest of the country with respect to immigration, governing its own rules, structure and programs for foreign nationals […]

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Study: A decline in temporary migration could hurt Canada’s economy

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Sun, 29 Oct 2023 13:00:46 +0000

Although many rightfully link Canada’s economic and demographic growth to a permanent resident boom in recent years, a new Desjardins study suggests that Canada may be underestimating the effect that temporary migration has on the national economy in this country. According to economist Marc Desormeaux, Canada’s economy could be “hit hard” if the country experiences […]

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How to get a Canadian work permit as a Television or Film worker

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 18 Oct 2023 13:38:24 +0000

Canada’s immigration department has recognised the importance of allowing TV and Film workers into the country, due to economic benefit that such workers can provide, in creating jobs and attracting significant investment. Canada has often been renowned for its friendliness to North America’s (and the global) entertainment industry—often for favourable filming and production costs, as […]

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Can I continue working even if my Canadian work permit expires?

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Mon, 09 Oct 2023 14:25:27 +0000

Many Canadian work permit holders will, at some point, look to extend or change their permit to continue being employed in Canada. If you are a foreign national in this position, it is important to understand that your ability to continue working after your permit expires depends on when you applied for a permit extension/change. […]

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Nova Scotia set to expand immigration opportunities for foreign nationals in healthcare professions

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Sun, 08 Oct 2023 12:00:47 +0000

First announced in late September, certain foreign nationals will soon be able to immigrate to Nova Scotia through the expansion of one stream within the local Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This move will make immigration to Nova Scotia a possibility for international students who want to become paramedics and pharmacy technicians. Discover if You Are […]

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Canada’s non-permanent resident population is 2.2 million people

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Wed, 27 Sep 2023 12:35:12 +0000

Statistics Canada has just released a major report that changes how it counts Canada’s non-permanent residents (NPRs). According to the latest population estimate, NPRs account for 2,198,679 people in Canada. A difference of over one million from Census 2021. The report is significant because Statistics Canada acknowledges that it previously undercounted the country’s NPR population. […]

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BREAKING: Canada’s non-permanent resident population is 2.2 million people

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Wed, 27 Sep 2023 12:35:12 +0000

Statistics Canada has just released a major report that changes how it counts Canada’s non-permanent residents (NPRs). According to the latest population estimate, NPRs account for 2,198,679 people in Canada. A difference of  over one million from Census 2021. Note: This is a developing story. The report is significant because Statistics Canada acknowledges that it […]

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Quebec releases 2023 list of jobs eligible for simplified LMIAs

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 14 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000

The Quebec Ministry of Immigration recently released its latest list of occupations eligible for simplified Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) processing. Briefly, LMIAs must be obtained by certain employers who intend to hire temporary foreign workers for their business. These documents are designed to provide assess the hiring of a temporary foreign worker and verify […]

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Four common ways to work in Canada without an LMIA under the Canadian interests category

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 29 Nov 2022 13:00:34 +0000

Some foreign nationals looking to work in Canada temporarily can do so without obtaining a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). An LMIA is the labour market test the Canadian government requires when an employer is looking to hire a foreign national due to labour shortages. However, Canada also allows certain foreign nationals to also work […]

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Understanding the Intra-Company Transfer Program pathway to obtain a Canadian work permit

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Mon, 21 Nov 2022 12:00:48 +0000

Canada provides foreign nationals looking to work in this country with different ways to obtain a work permit. One of the programs that Canada has in place is called the Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) program. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm This program is for individuals who are, as the […]

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