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Canada extended measures for PGWP distance learning

Canada extended measures for PGWP distance learning

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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... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
temporary residence permit

Ottawa provided clarification for temporary residence permit applications

Author: | | 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... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
new Recognized Employer Pilot

The new Recognized Employer Pilot to provide greater protection for foreign workers

Author: | | Categories: Work in Canada
The new Recognized Employer Pilot to provide greater protection for foreign workers. In early 2020, COVID-19 outbreaks among migrant farm workers caused produce sections of Canadian grocery stores to become increasingly empty. The workers are hired through Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program, which has been accused of abuse due to... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
LMIA application processing times for 2023

ESDC updated LMIA application processing times for 2023

Author: | | Categories: Work in Canada
On August 16, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the LMIA application processing times for 2023 under various streams. Service Canada is dedicated to giving all Temporary Foreign Worker Programme (TFWP) applicants excellent client service and recognizes the importance of the program in addressing Canada’s labor shortages and... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Agri-Food Pilot Program

The Canadian Government implemented new changes in Agri-Food Pilot Program

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On August 18, 2023, the Government of Canada implemented two changes to the Agri-Food Pilot Program(AFP), providing more opportunities for workers and their families to apply for permanent residency.  First, family members of all AFP participants can now apply for open work permits.  Second, Canada started accepting union reference letters... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
the Start-Up Visa program

Immigrant entrepreneurs increased by 6.3% under the Start-Up Visa program in the first half of 2023

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the Start-Up Visa program (SUV) has seen a 6.3% increase in new permanent residents arriving as entrepreneurs during the first half of this year compared to last year. Although the number of new permanent residents coming under the SUV slipped slightly in June, the trend is still upward.  The government’s... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »