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Ottawa expands the use of automation tools for faster processing of work permit applications

Author: Admin | September 28, 2023 | Categories: Work in Canada

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will expand the use of automation tools to process work permit extensions and post-graduation work permits (PGWPs) more efficiently. Automated tools are part of IRCC's commitment to properly using technology to strengthen the immigration system for the benefit of all clients. These tools are...

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Minimum wage increases in 6 Canadian provinces

Author: Admin | September 26, 2023 | Categories: Work in Canada

The minimum wage increases in six Canadian provinces on October 1, 2023. British Columbia and Quebec have already raised their minimum wages this year, while the federal minimum wage went up on April 1. The minimum wage is the lowest wage rate set by provinces and applies to all employees....

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Newfoundland and Labrador virtual immigration fair series started this week

Author: Admin | September 20, 2023 | Categories: Work in Canada

The Newfoundland and Labrador virtual immigration fair and job fair series started on 20 September. This program aims to give excellent opportunities and insights for anyone looking for immigration and job opportunities in Newfoundland and Labrador. The first of five virtual immigration and job fairs for potential immigrants from East...

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ESDC updated processing times for LMIA applications

Author: Admin | September 13, 2023 | Categories: Work in Canada

On September 12, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for LMIA applications under various streams. Based on statistics from all processing centers, the current average LMIA processing times have increased for the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program, In-home caregivers, and High-wage Stream. Updated processing times for...

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Canada has ranked as the 2nd best country in the world

Author: Admin | September 8, 2023 | Categories: Study in Canada, Visit Canada, Work in Canada

Canada is ranked 2nd best country in the world overall in the 2023 Best Countries ranking by U.S. News, up from 3rd place in 2022. U.S. News analyzed ten sub-categories and surveyed over 17,000 people from 36 countries before ranking 87 countries. Canada ranked in the top five for four...

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The City of Greater Sudbury invited 62 candidates under the RNIP round of invitations

Author: Admin | September 6, 2023 | Categories: Work in Canada

On September 1, 2023, the City of Greater Sudbury held the new RNIP round of invitations. In this round, Sudbury considered 62 candidates. The lowest score of these draws was 220 points, 20 points fewer than in the previous draw. So far, the city has considered 292 candidates in 2023. ...

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Canada extended measures for PGWP distance learning

Author: Admin | September 5, 2023 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

On September 1, 2023, the Government of Canada extended measures allowing international students using the PGWP distance learning option to pursue their higher education in Canada to be eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). PGWP distance learning measures The measures introduced on October 6, 2022, and set to expire...

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Canada may recruit DACA recipients

Author: Admin | September 2, 2023 | Categories: Uncategorized, Work in Canada

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a program that protects and provides work authorization to immigrants brought to the US as children. Over 570,000 Dreamers are currently protected by DACA and are productive members of the American economy. However, the program is in legal limbo as Congress has failed...

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Over 32,000 new tech workers came to Canada

Author: Admin | August 29, 2023 | Categories: Work in Canada

Over 32,000 new tech workers came to Canada in the past year according to the Technology Councils of North America (TECNA) and Canada’s Tech Network (CTN) has released a report on the migration of tech workers and jobs in Canada. The report found that Between April 2022 and March 2023...

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Ottawa provided clarification for temporary residence permit applications

Author: Admin | August 26, 2023 | Categories: Work in Canada

On August 23, 2023, the Government of Canada announced program delivery instructions for temporary residence permits (TRP) made within Canada. The update clarifies that the TRP fee exemption under paragraph 298(2)(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR) does not apply to temporary resident permit applications made within Canada...

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