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Work-Integrated Learning

Canada Expands Student Work Placement Program with 40,000 New Opportunities in Work-Integrated Learning

Canada is moving one step closer to closing the gap between learning and work by scaling up work-integrated learning through the Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) with an additional 40,000 opportunities. This effort, supported by a $207.6 million investment, seeks to give post-secondary students relevant, practical work experience that will... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Work Permit Guidelines

IRCC Announces New Open Work Permit Guidelines for Start-up Visa (SUV) Applicants

The Government of Canada has implemented a major enhancement to the Start-up Visa (SUV) program, with increased flexibility and options for entrepreneurs to start their businesses in Canada. Under the new Work Permit Guidelines, as of October 3, 2024, eligible permanent resident applicants under the SUV program will be able... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Home Care Worker Immigration Program

Canada Unveils New Home Care Worker Immigration Programs for 2025-2030

In an important step towards expanding its home care workforce and helping families in need, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Home Care Worker Immigration Program has announced two innovative pilot programs for home care workers. These pilot programs, which become operational on March 31, 2025, offer new streams... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Foreign Credential Recognition Program

Canada Injects $14.3M into Foreign Credential Recognition Program to Support International Healthcare Workers’ Integration

Canada has made a major stride towards bolstering its healthcare system through the investment of $14.3 million via the Foreign Credential Recognition Program (FCRP). The investment seeks to further the integration of internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs) into the labor force, in turn filling the country’s persistent healthcare manpower shortage.... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Home Care Worker

Canada Launches New Home Care Worker Immigration Pathways with Reduced Requirements

Canada keeps its doors open for qualified professionals with the introduction of the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots, which will start on March 31, 2025. The new streams, announced by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), will respond to the increasing need for home care workers and facilitate easier access... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Canadian trucking Industry

Canadian trucking Industry seek faster immigration application processing

Canadian trucking industry commends Ottawa for assisting internationally trained truckers in immigrating to the country. However, they urge Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to prioritize these much-needed workers further. The current labor shortage in the Canadian trucking industry poses a significant threat to Canada’s long-term economic recovery and stability. ... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
internationally trained nurses

Canada experiences an increase in the number of internationally trained nurses seeking employment opportunities

Canada’s provinces are making it easier for internationally trained nurses to work in the country by shortening registration and licensure processes. Atlantic Canada’s Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN) has introduced an expedited process for applicants from seven designated countries: the Philippines, India, Nigeria, the United States, the United Kingdom,... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »