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Alberta launches new Expression of Interest system for AAIP Worker Streams

September 30, 2024 admin aaip, Alberta, CRS, IRCC, provinces, skilled worker

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:00:43 +0000

Alberta is changing how it issues Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to candidates in some Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) pathways. Starting today, September 30, candidates interested in applying to one of the AAIP worker streams will need to submit a Worker Expression of Interest (EOI). To do so, candidates will need to access the AAIP […]

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What should I do if I want to extend my expiring work permit but do not have my new LMIA or CAQ yet? 

May 20, 2024 admin canada work permit, caq, ESDC, federal skilled worker, IRCC, LMIA, skilled worker, temporary foreign worker program, Work, work in Canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Mon, 20 May 2024 13:00:09 +0000

Many foreign workers are unaware that it is possible for most people to apply for an extension of their expiring work permit even if they have yet to receive their new Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and a new Certificat d’Acceptation du Quebec/Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ), when required. What are LMIAs and CAQs? Generally speaking, […]

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Five things you need to know about Labour Market Impact Assessments

May 7, 2024 admin canada news, labour market impact assessment, LMIA, lmia-exempt, skilled worker, Work, work in Canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 07 May 2024 13:00:59 +0000

Some foreign workers in Canada require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to work in Canada, while others are LMIA-exempt. An LMIA is a document that some employers in Canada need before hiring a temporary foreign worker. This document must be obtained before the foreign national applies for their work permit. It verifies that a […]

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Who can work in Canada without a work permit?

April 15, 2024 admin canada work permit, skilled worker, Temporary foreign workers, Work, work in Canada

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Wed, 10 Apr 2024 13:00:27 +0000

While foreign workers usually require a Canadian work permit to secure employment, exceptions exist. Foreign nationals are increasingly drawn to Canada for its diverse and promising work opportunities. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm By fulfilling the eligibility criteria of one of the following 22 groups, foreign nationals may […]

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Nanos Poll: Majority of Canadians support influx of Temporary Foreign Workers

January 23, 2024 admin canada skilled worker immigration, canada work permit, open work permit, skilled worker, temporary foreign worker, temporary foreign worker program, Temporary foreign workers, Work, work in Canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2024 13:00:46 +0000

According to a recent Nanos Research poll, a significant majority of Canadians recognize the importance of temporary foreign workers (TFWs) to the country’s economy. The survey of 1,006 people, conducted online and over the phone between December 27 and 29 last year, revealed that over 80% of Canadians “feel that temporary foreign workers are important […]

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What are my options if I need to defer my enrollment after obtaining my Canadian study permit?

December 1, 2023 admin designated learning institution, dli, electronic Travel Authorization, open work permit, skilled worker, study, study in Canada, temporary resident visa, trv, visitor visa

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Fri, 01 Dec 2023 13:00:21 +0000

In some situations, international students in this country may need – or be required by their Canadian Designated Learning Institution (DLI) – to defer their program’s start date to the following semester. This could be the case for a multitude of reasons, including but not limited to: Family emergency Wanting to accumulate more funds Note: […]

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Manitoba elects First Nations premier following promises for more healthcare workers

October 12, 2023 admin healthcare, immigrate to canada, Manitoba, mpnp, provinces, skilled worker, tfwp

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:00:59 +0000

Manitoba made history last week when the province elected Canada’s first First Nations premier. Wab Kinew, leader of Manitoba’s NDP, was elected on October 3 and will replace Conservative Premier Heather Stefanson. He is a former rapper, author, journalist and was the first director of Indigenous inclusion at the University of Winnipeg. He was elected […]

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What are language test requirements for Canadian immigration?

April 12, 2023 admin canadian language benchmark, English, Express Entry, French, immigration, language requirements, language requirements immigration canada, language test, language testing, PNP, provincial nominee program, Quebec, skilled worker

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Wed, 12 Apr 2023 12:00:57 +0000

Canada’s federal and provincial skilled worker immigration programs require that you complete a language test. The language test requirement applies to the federal Express Entry system, the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and Canada’s other various skilled worker streams. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Completing a language test is necessary to demonstrate that […]

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Ontario plans to double its skilled immigration intake

April 10, 2023 admin budget 2023, Express Entry, immigration, Ontario, Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program, ontario immigration, ontario Provincial Nominee Program, PNP, provincial nominee program, skilled worker

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Mon, 10 Apr 2023 13:00:38 +0000

Ontario is investing $25 million more over the next three years, on top of the $15 million over three years that was announced in Budget 2022, to double Ontario’s skilled immigrant intake. The investment will work to address labour shortages and promote economic growth in the province. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration […]

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What is Quebec’s immigration strategy?

January 30, 2023 admin business immigration, canada immigration, immigration, immigration levels plan, qswp, Quebec, quebec business immigration, quebec immigration, quebec skilled worker program, skilled worker

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2023 12:00:01 +0000

Quebec has more immigration authority than any other province and territory in Canada due to its unique francophone status. The Canadian Constitution states that immigration falls under both federal and provincial jurisdiction, but the federal government plays a leading role in immigration. In 1968, Quebec launched its own immigration ministry. Discover if You Are Eligible […]

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