Express Entry’s most in-demand jobs in Canada

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2024 13:00:22 +0000

Securing a job is often an important step for many temporary residents (those on a work, study, or visitor visa), in not just establishing themselves in Canada economically, but also in building eligibility for economic pathways to permanent residence (PR). In light of this, many newcomers are interested in what the in-demand jobs are in […]

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What you need to know before moving to New Brunswick

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13:00:28 +0000

New Brunswick is one of Canada’s three maritime provinces, and the only officially bilingual province in the country (recognising both English and French). Located on the Canada’s east coast, the province is often noted for its natural beauty, and rich culture. Like many other provinces in Canada, New Brunswick experiences four seasons throughout the year—however […]

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A newcomer’s guide to making Calgary home

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2024 14:00:58 +0000

Calgary, Alberta’s biggest city and home to over 1.6 million Canadians, is notable for being among the top 10 most livable cities (seventh) in the world according to the Global Livability Index 2023. Part of Calgary’s livability is highlighted by how the city ranked on this index, including their overall score – 96.8, the second […]

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New laws and regulations that will significantly impact Canadian newcomers in 2024

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2024 14:00:48 +0000

Throughout this year, Canadian newcomers can expect to see several new regulations and laws implemented at both the federal and provincial/territorial levels. These changes, ranging from employment and taxes to international student tuition, are likely to impact international students, temporary foreign workers and permanent residents across this country. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian […]

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Canada launches second phase of Recognized Employer Pilot Program

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Thu, 11 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000

More employers in Canada are now eligible to apply for the Recognized Employer Pilot Program (REP). REP is designed to facilitate faster processing for Canadian employers who have shown to be compliant with the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Under the REP, qualifying employers will benefit from Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) with longer validity […]

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Canadian Government opens new temporary resident pathway for Palestinians in Gaza with family in Canada

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:06:54 +0000

Effective today, this new temporary resident (TR) pathway is being implemented to help extended family members of Canadian citizens and permanent residents (PRs) in Gaza find a “temporary safe haven” in Canada. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Elaborating on measures first announced in December, and enacted by the Canadian government to support […]

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Canadian Government opens new temporary resident pathway for Palestinians in Gaza with family in Canada

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:06:54 +0000

Effective today, this new temporary resident (TR) pathway is being implemented to help extended family members of Canadian citizens and permanent residents (PRs) in Gaza find a “temporary safe haven” in Canada. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Elaborating on measures first announced in December, and enacted by the Canadian government to support […]

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Three pathways to a work permit for IT professionals coming to Canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 14:00:45 +0000

The importance of a strong technology sector as it relates to Canada’s economy and development cannot be understated. The technology sector in this country is vital to Canada’s ability to foster innovation, pursue growth in the future and develop as a country. For that reason, tech talent from all over the world is in significant […]

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Express Entry: What are your options if your PGWP is expiring?

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:00:39 +0000

On December 7, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made several announcements regarding Canada’s international student program. Among them, the department has confirmed that it will not be offering any additional extensions to Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders. IRCC has offered PGWP work permit extensions three times over recent years. It introduced the measure following […]

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The 2024 IEC pool is now open

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:09:17 +0000

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has opened the 2024 International Experience Canada (IEC) pool. The IEC is a work permit program that allows youth that are citizens of countries that have bilateral Youth Mobility Arrangements with Canada, to temporarily reside and work in Canada. This year’s intake will allow close to 90,000 applicants from […]

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