IRCC Unveils Fast-Track Processing for Essential Work Permits
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially announced the implementation of an expedited process for certain foreign workers seeking permits. This strategic initiative is
Canada introduces work permit exemptions for FIFA World Cup 2026 personnel
Canada has announced a temporary public policy exempting certain FIFA-invited foreign nationals from work authorization requirements ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The policy,
Saskatchewan launches new immigration streams to boost agriculture and healthcare workforce
On August 30, 2024, the Government of Saskatchewan unveiled two new talent pathways under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) to address workforce shortages in
Canadian provinces unite to tackle skilled trades shortage
Canadian provinces are collaborating to address the nation’s severe shortage of skilled trades workers. The initiative focuses on harmonizing training and certification standards while facilitating
Canada may lose over 100,000 agricultural jobs
As Canada advances in agricultural automation, a new report from the Conference Board of Canada reveals that nearly 104,000 farm jobs could be automated within
Canadian agriculture may suffer from proposed temporary immigration reductions
The 2024 federal budget’s proposed 5% reduction temporary immigration might significantly affect Canada’s agriculture sector and related businesses, removing about 600,000 temporary residents over three
Canada’s farming sector fears labour shortages due to cuts in temporary foreign workers
Canada’s farming sector is concerned about the federal government’s plans to reduce the number of temporary foreign workers (TFWs), which could significantly impact the industry
Canada penalizes employers violating the TFWP rules
Canada penalizes employers violating the TFWP rules Last year, Canada imposed fines totalling $2.7m on 194 employers for non-compliance with the Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Francophone Mobility work permit
The Francophone mobility work permit makes it easier for Canadian employers to hire you without a labour market impact assessment, if you meet certain requirements and you are
Ottawa extended the public policy allowing visitors to apply for a work permit
On March 1, 2022, the Government of Canada extended the public policy allowing certain visitors in Canada to apply for a work permit. The public
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