STEM workers

Canada announced occupation-specific Express Entry draws for STEM workers

On June 28, 2023, the Government of Canada announced occupation-specific Express Entry draws for STEM workers. By prioritizing skilled newcomers in these fields, Canada aims to fill key positions and meet the demand for talent, boosting the nation’s economic growth and technological advancement.  The first STEM round for category-based selection... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Tech Talent Strategy

Immigration Minister announced Canada’s new Tech Talent Strategy

On June 27, 2023, Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), launched Canada’s first-ever Tech Talent Strategy at Collision 2023. The strategy aims to help businesses in Canada compete by attracting highly skilled workers in in-demand occupations and promoting Canada as a destination for digital nomads.  The... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
new policy to help foreign workers

The Government of Canada announced a new policy to help foreign workers enhance their skills

On June 27, 2023, Canada introduced a new policy to help foreign workers that allows temporary foreign workers without a study permit to pursue longer study programs. This measure allows foreign workers to pursue additional training and education to enhance their careers and future job prospects.  The measure applies to... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
CBSA charged an Indian agent for immigration violations

CBSA charged an Indian agent for immigration violations

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has charged Indian national Brijesh Mishra with immigration-related offenses, including unauthorized representation or advice for consideration, counseling misrepresentation, misrepresentation (direct or indirect misrepresentation and communicating false information), and non-compliance with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA).  The charges stem from an investigation initiated... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Temporary residents in Canada

Temporary residents in Canada are typically young and employed

Temporary residents in Canada are primarily from India and China and tend to be younger and employed. According to Statistics Canada, the labor force participation rate for the Canadian population is 63.4%, аnd it is 74.2% for temporary residents.  Last year, nearly one million temporary residents participated in the census,... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »