Five things newcomers can do to succeed in the Canadian job market, according to a new report

Credit to Author: Janice Rodrigues| Date: Wed, 04 Dec 2024 13:00:08 +0000

A new report offers insight into steps newcomers in Canada can take to enter and thrive in Canadian workplaces. Titled “Talent to Win,” the report was compiled by Deloitte and the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC), and published in October. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm The authors interviewed […]

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Can I get Ontario health coverage on a work permit?

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sat, 30 Nov 2024 13:00:29 +0000

Work permit holders in Ontario may be eligible for provincial healthcare coverage, depending on their current residence and working status in the province. The Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) can cover medical services such as: Appointments with a family doctor; Visits to walk-in clinics and some other health care providers; Emergency room visits; Medical tests, […]

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These industries have the highest retention rates for work permit holders who become permanent residents

Credit to Author: Janice Rodrigues| Date: Thu, 28 Nov 2024 14:30:50 +0000

The healthcare and social assistance sectors had the highest retention rates of temporary foreign workers (TFWs) who become permanent residents, according to a new report by Statistics Canada. The study by Stats Can found that the retention rate—the percentage of TFWs who remained working in the same sector after having received permanent residency (PR)—varied dramatically […]

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Work permit options for international student graduates no longer eligible for PGWPs

Credit to Author: Derek Shank| Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2024 14:29:36 +0000

For recent and upcoming graduates who will no longer be eligible for post-graduation work permits, or for those with expiring PGWPs, there are other options available for gaining legal status to work in Canada. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm Recent international graduates may want to consider some of […]

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Canada ranked as #1 destination for job seekers

Credit to Author: Janice Rodrigues| Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 18:55:31 +0000

A new study has named Canada as the top destination that people are looking to move to for work. According to job search platform, Jobseeker, Canada was the most frequently searched for destination for relocation among all the countries reviewed. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration It was especially popular among those looking […]

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How can my foreign employees legally work in Canada?

Credit to Author: Derek Shank| Date: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 12:00:46 +0000

To avoid running afoul of Canadian authorities, you should ensure that any foreign employees you require to work in Canada are legally authorized to do so. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm You have three main options: Work permit exemptions; The International Mobility Program (IMP); and The Temporary Foreign […]

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ESDC raises wage requirements for high-wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 15:29:34 +0000

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has made more changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), including raising the minimum hourly wage requirements for the high-wage stream of the TFWP. Effective November 8, candidates applying through the high-wage stream of the TFWP will need to earn hourly salaries at least 20% higher than the […]

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Six companies that can grant LMIA-exempt work permits in Canada are now hiring

Credit to Author: Janice Rodrigues| Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:00:25 +0000

Foreign nationals may be eligible for an LMIA-exempt work permit if hired by one of eight Canadian companies, largely based in the tech sector. Earlier this month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced a new work permit under the Innovation Stream. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm The […]

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IRCC releases program updates regarding Intra-Company Transferees

Credit to Author: Derek Shank| Date: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 20:47:14 +0000

Immigration, Citizenship and Refugees Canada (IRCC) has updated its guidance to staff relating to Intra-Company Transferees (ICTs). These changes were released on October 3. IRCC made significant changes to staff guidance for section R205(a) of Canadian Interests – Significant Benefit – Intra-company transferees. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm […]

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IRCC reducing Spousal Open Work Permits by more than 100,000 over the next three years

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 12:00:34 +0000

During a recent announcement regarding changes to Canada’s temporary resident programs, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced several significant changes to the eligibility criteria for Spousal Open Work Permits (SOWPs). On September 18, Minister Miller noted that the department will be introducing further limits on SOWP eligibility for spouses of students in doctoral and certain master’s […]

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