The Government of Canada updates CMA unemployment rates for LMIA processing in January 2025
The Government of Canada made seven Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs) eligible for Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) processing under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP),
Canada tightens open work permit rules for international students and workers families
On January 14, 2025, the Government of Canada implemented significant changes to open work permit (OWP) eligibility for family members of temporary residents. Starting January
ESDC updated processing times for LMIA applications
On January 6, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under various streams.
IRCC will launch four new permanent residency pathways in 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced four groundbreaking permanent residency pathways set to launch in 2025 despite reduced immigration targets. The new initiatives
Canada updates multiple Free Trade Agreements to standardize immigration requirements
On January 3, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced significant updates to several Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) effective October 1, 2024. The modifications
Ottawa unveiled the details of the new rural immigration pathway
Canada has announced comprehensive details for its new Rural Community Immigration Class, a permanent residence pathway designed to address labour shortages in designated communities outside
IRCC clarified which work permit holders may continue to study in Canada without a study permit
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a new policy that allows certain work permit holders to pursue education without obtaining a study permit.
Express Entry 2025: Major changes and predictions for Canadian immigration
As Canada’s Express Entry system marks its 10th anniversary in 2025, immigration experts anticipate significant changes in the selection process. Predictions suggest larger Canadian Experience
Immigration remains vital for Canada’s economic growth despite public concerns
Recent data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals that immigrants continue to drive Canada’s economic prosperity, contributing to 75% of the country’s population
IRCC to prioritize In-Canada immigration candidates for remainder of 2024
According to a recent memo from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to the Deputy Minister dated July 2024, the department plans to increase Express
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