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.
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
Canada’s immigration minister is considering eliminating LMIA points for permanent residency
Canada’s Immigration Minister Marc Miller is contemplating removing bonus points for Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) in Canada’s permanent residency application process. The current system,
ESDC updated LMIA processing times
On November 20, 2024, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under various streams.
Canada’s LMIA black market reaches unprecedented heights
Canada’s black market for Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) has surged to new heights. Following the Canadian Government’s announcement of reduced immigration targets and limitations
Canada tightens the Temporary Foreign Worker Program: higher wages, fewer approvals
On October 21, 2024, Canada’s Minister of Employment, Randy Boissonnault, unveiled updates to the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program. The changes, set to take effect on November 8,
ESDC updated LMIA processing times
On September 11, 2024, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under various streams.
Minister Boissonnault reducing the number of temporary foreign workers in Canada
The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program is designed as an extraordinary measure to be used only when qualified Canadians and permanent residents are not able
ESDC announced new LMIA processing times
On August 16, 2024, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under various streams.
Alarming job scam targets temporary foreign workers in Alberta
Immigration experts in Alberta are raising concerns over a growing scam targeting temporary foreign workers. Scammers are posing as employers and charging unauthorized fees for
