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Canadian workers

Canadian workers anticipate a 3.6% salary raise in 2024

According to a financial consulting firm, Normandin Beaudry study, Canadian workers may expect an average salary hike of 3.6% next year. The survey also indicates that 43% of businesses are considering an extra 1% average salary increase. Industries may witness above-average pay rises including:  STEM,  Real Estate,  Manufacturing, and  Accommodation... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
International Experience Canada Work Permits

Canada fast-tracking International Experience Canada Work Permits with a new AI tool

On November 7, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) enhanced the processing of International Experience Canada work permits through expanded automation. A new tool will triage applications based on complexity and approve eligibility for routine applications, increasing efficiency and supporting the growth of the IEC. This tool, part of... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
instructions for biometrics

Canada updates the instructions for biometrics collection

On October 25, 2023, the Government of Canada updated instructions for biometrics collection. The Government collects the following biometrics from applicants:  biographic data,  ten fingerprints, and  a photograph.  This information is taken at a service point chosen by the applicant on behalf of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). It... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
foreign-trained physicians

Ontario to introduce a new program for recognizing foreign-trained physicians

The second intake period for Ontario’s assessment program for foreign-trained physicians for family and general practitioners will begin in early January next year.  Practice Ready Ontario (PRO) simplified the process for internationally-trained physicians to practice in Ontario by accepting applications from June 21 to July 19 this year.  Results were... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
new pilot program for construction workers

Nova Scotia announced a new pilot program for construction workers

The Government of Nova Scotia announced a new pilot program for construction workers to boost growth in the skilled trades and modernize the apprenticeship and trades qualification system.  Premier Tim Houston has announced measures to add 5,000 new apprentices in the next three years, increase the number of journeypersons and... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Temporary Residents

Canada Welcomed 700,000 New Temporary Residents in Just One Year

On September 27, 2023, Statistics Canada reported that the number of temporary residents in Canada has increased by nearly 700,000 year-on-year as of the second quarter of 2023. This number is expected to reach 2.5 million by the end of 2023.  Many of these temporary residents seek Canadian Permanent Residency... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
asylum claims in Canada

Why are there still increasing numbers of asylum claims in Canada?

Why are there still increasing numbers of asylum claims in Canada? In March, Roxham Road, a pathway used by many asylum seekers to enter Canada, had been closed. However, Canada has still processed over 80,000 asylum applications this year.  This is partly due to expedited visa processing and more straightforward... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
automation tools

Ottawa expands the use of automation tools for faster processing of work permit applications

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will expand the use of automation tools to process work permit extensions and post-graduation work permits (PGWPs) more efficiently. Automated tools are part of IRCC’s commitment to properly using technology to strengthen the immigration system for the benefit of all clients. These tools are... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »