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the Start-Up Visa program

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

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 »
immigrant selection approach

Will Canada’s new immigrant selection approach fix labor markets or create more gaps?

The Canadian Federal Government has recently shifted its immigration policy to recruit thousands of foreign nationals for permanent residency in Canada to fill specific high-demand jobs, primarily in healthcare, skilled trades, agriculture, transportation, and STEM fields. The government has invited almost 9,000 people to apply for permanent residency since late... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
LMIA processing times

LMIA processing times updated

On July 10, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the LMIA processing times for LMIA applications under various streams.  Service Canada is committed to providing all Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) applicants excellent client service and acknowledges the significance of the program in solving Canada’s labor shortages and... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »