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Business leaders

Business leaders in Thunder Bay are delighted as the rural and northern immigration pilot program extended

Business leaders in Thunder Bay are delighted as the rural and northern immigration pilot programs extended The recent extension of the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has excited Thunder Bay’s business leaders and economic development officers. Charla Robinson, president of the Thunder... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Medical Examination

Ottawa Exempted Certain Applicants From The Medical Examination Requirement On October 12, 2022,

Ottawa Exempted Certain Applicants From The Medical Examination Requirement On October 12, 2022, the Government of Canada announced that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) implemented a temporary public policy exempting certain foreign nationals from submitting an immigration medical examination (IME). This will fasten the processing of applications and allow... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Canadian Experience Class Draw

IRCC Issues 3,200 Invitations to Apply in the Canadian Experience Class Draw

On August 14, 2024, IRCC made another significant move to support its growing economy and labor market needs by issuing 3,200 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Canadian Experience Class draw through the Express Entry system. This latest draw round #309 highlights Canada’s continuous effort to attract and... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Out-of-Status Construction Worker

IRCC Extended the Out-of-Status Construction Workers in the GTA Program

On August 21, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced a critical extension of its temporary policy that directly impacts out-of-status construction workers in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). This program, a lifeline for hundreds of workers in the region, will now continue until December 31, 2024. As Canada... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
immigration policies

IRCC will empower communities and develop more friendly immigration policies

On October 31, Immigration Minister Marc Miller introduced plans to enhance Canada’s immigration policies. After consulting with stakeholders and the public, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is implementing a strategy to align the labor market and immigration system.  IRCC will explore funding initiatives that enhance community partnerships and services... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Provincial immigration ministers

Provincial immigration ministers pledge to collaborate for immigration benefits

On November 17, 2023, the Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met in Toronto to discuss Canada’s immigration future. Provincial immigration ministers agreed on a coordinated approach to address opportunities and challenges, focusing on economic immigration and support for vulnerable newcomers.  Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) presented a... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Temporary foreign workers in Alberta

Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) Achieves 2024 Nomination Target with Focus on Temporary Foreign Workers in Alberta

Temporary foreign workers in Alberta have added a great milestone to the successes of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) since they hit their target in 2024. An impressive 9,942 nominations were issued within the year that speaks well to the province’s efforts at drawing and retaining its share of... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »