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Canada excels in the global competition for top global talent

Author: John Black | May 15, 2024 | Categories: Work in Canada

According to Policy Options, Canada competes to attract global talent as mobility increases post-pandemic. The World Economic Forum predicts 4% of the world's population will relocate by 2030. According to Policy Options, Canada stands out as a frontrunner in this global competition, leveraging its strengths to entice skilled workers from...

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Visitors in Canada seek asylum through a special pathway

Author: Admin | May 3, 2024 | Categories: Visit Canada, Work in Canada

"Visitors in Canada: Amid the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada has seen a surge in asylum seekers entering the country through an expedited visa pathway. This unique phenomenon reflects the demand generated during the border closure and underscores the complexities of immigration policy during global crises." As of...

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International students in Canada can now work 24 hours off-campus

Author: Admin | May 1, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

From this fall, students can work 24 hours off-campus weekly. On April 29, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that the temporary policy allowing students to work over 20 hours off campus weekly will end on April 30, 2024, without extension. The decision to adjust the off-campus work...

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Federal budget 2024 boosts construction workers’ credential recognition funding

Author: Admin | April 22, 2024 | Categories: Work in Canada

Canada's 2024 budget focuses on enhancing housing supply, dedicating $50 million over two years to the Foreign Credential Recognition Program. Half is for the construction industry, with the rest aiding foreign credential recognition in healthcare. The budget aims to construct 3.87 million new homes by 2031 and make renting while...

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Ottawa updated the Innovation Stream pilot requirements

Author: Admin | April 17, 2024 | Categories: Work in Canada

On April 15, 2024, IRCC made significant strides in bolstering Canada's innovation ecosystem by updating the requirements for the Innovation Stream pilot. This update specifically targets foreign nationals working in high-skilled roles at Global Hypergrowth Project (GHP) employers, recognizing their crucial contribution to Canada's academic and economic competitiveness. Key Points...

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IRCC is criticized for not curbing unethical immigration consultants

Author: Admin | April 17, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

Large numbers of immigration applications are submitted overseas by unethical immigration consultants. In 2019, the government authorized a penalty system for violations in immigration and citizenship applications. However, fines have yet to be imposed as the system is not in force. Delays in implementing the system are partly due to...

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Labour Market Impact Assessment application processing times

Author: Admin | April 13, 2024 | Categories: Work in Canada

On April 5, 2024, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment applications under various streams. Based on statistics from all processing centers, the current average LMIA processing times remained the same for the Global Talent Stream. Global Talent Stream - 7...

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Canada’s immigration strategy enhances educational standards among new arrivals

Author: Admin | April 8, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

Canada's immigration policies have been instrumental in attracting highly educated individuals from across the globe. Recent statistics from Statistics Canada shed light on the transformative impact of these policies, particularly on racialized women. The data underscores a significant educational achievement among this demographic, surpassing even the average Canadian education level. ...

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Canada extended the validity of interim work authorization letters for international graduates

Author: Admin | April 2, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

Canada has extended the validity of interim work authorization letters for international graduates awaiting work permit decisions from 120 to 180 days. The validity period of interim work authorization letters has been prolonged from 120 days to 180 days. This extension offers international graduates a more substantial timeframe to secure...

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New updates for spouses and common-law partners of study permit holders

Author: Admin | March 21, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

On March 19, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated rules for spouses and common-law partners of study permit holders. The changes apply to: partners of full-time students (designating the work performed by them as necessary) in graduate programs, professional degree programs, and those with a valid open work...

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