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Ottawa open work permit program extended for Hong Kong nationals

On February 6, 2023, the Government of Canada extended the Ottawa open work permit program for eligible Hong Kong nationals. According to the expanded eligibility requirements, Hong Kong residents who have graduated within the past ten years from a post-secondary learning institution in Canada or abroad can obtain a work... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Newfoundland and Labrador 

Newfoundland and Labrador to recruit physicians and nurses from Ireland

On January 9, 2023, Newfoundland and Labrador announced that the provincial government was preparing to recruit physicians and nurses from Ireland to fill vacancies in the province. Ireland has been selected due to its physician training standards being comparable to those in Newfoundland and Labrador, along with the vast opportunity... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Ontario to start foreign-trained doctor CRP in 2023 via Practice Ready Assessment

Ontario to start foreign-trained doctor CRP in 2023 via Practice Ready Assessment

Ontario to launch a foreign-trained doctor credential recognition program in 2023 via Practice Ready Assessment (PRA) programs. By next spring, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) could introduce a three-month program to recognize foreign medical credentials in Ontario. This year, the self-governing body for Ontario’s medical professionals... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
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Five new occupations added to Global Talent Stream

On December 22, 2022, the Employment and Social Development department Canada (ESDC) extended the Global Talent Stream profession list from 12 to 17 occupations. The five newly-added engineering positions will allow more global talent to be recruited into the country.  The new eligible occupations are:  Civil Engineers (NOC 21300); Electrical... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Canada

Canada published temporary public policy details allowing students to work more than 20 hours per week

Canada published temporary public policy details allowing students to work more than 20 hours per week On November 22, 2022, the Canadian Government released the instructions for the temporary public policy that lifts the work limitation of study permit holders. International students that were allowed to work without a work... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
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International students can work full-time in Canada until the end of 2023

International students can work full-time in Canada until the end of 2023 Currently, international students in Canada can work full-time during the academic year. Last month, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced this temporary measure allowing international students to work more than 20 hours a week between November 15,... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »