- September 14, 2026
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- September 11, 2026
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Quebec mandates French proficiency for temporary workers starting in 2028
The provincial Government of Quebec has finally unveiled regulations requiring temporary foreign workers to demonstrate Level 4 French language proficiency, effective in 2028. The long-awaited
- September 14, 2026
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- September 11, 2026
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Immigration settlement patterns crucial for Canada’s regional development, new report finds
A new report from the C.D. Howe Institute reveals that Canada’s immigration success hinges not only on the number of immigrants but also on their
- September 14, 2026
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- September 11, 2026
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BC’s minimum wage rises to $17.85 per hour
British Columbia is set to implement a new minimum wage increase on June 1, 2025, raising the hourly rate from $17.40 to $17.85 per hour.
- September 14, 2026
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- September 11, 2026
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Canada’s growing reliance on low-wage migrant workers reshapes the labour market
A recent Bank of Canada analysis reveals a significant transformation in the country’s workforce composition, with the share of native-born Canadians in the labour force
- September 14, 2026
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- September 11, 2026
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PNP stream closures signal a positive shift for skilled workers
Recent changes in Canada’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams, including several closures and pauses across provinces in 2025, create unexpected opportunities for skilled foreign workers.
- September 14, 2026
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- September 11, 2026
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IRCC prioritizes Francophone immigration in latest policy guidance
Internal messaging guidance revealed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) showcases the government’s strengthened commitment to francophone immigration outside Quebec despite overall reduced immigration
- September 14, 2026
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- September 11, 2026
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Saskatchewan plans a two-year work permit extension for skilled workers
Saskatchewan’s Immigration Minister Jim Reiter has announced plans to negotiate a two-year work permit extension for skilled immigrants, following Manitoba’s successful model. This initiative comes
- September 14, 2026
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- September 11, 2026
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IRCC unveils training guide revealing common PR application mistakes
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently published a comprehensive 447-page training guide for immigration officers, shedding light on critical decision-making processes for permanent resident
- September 14, 2026
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- September 11, 2026
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Major changes in Canada’s port of entry work permit applications
Effective May 7, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revised guidelines for work permit applications at ports of entry. The new regulations specify
- September 14, 2026
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- September 11, 2026
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Sault Ste. Marie unveils the designated employers’ list for the Rural Immigration Pilot
The Northern Ontario city of Sault Ste. Marie has released its selection of 16 designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), marking a
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