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Canada Streamlines Adult Passport Renewals with Automation Technology
Canadians can now expect faster processing times for their adult passport renewals thanks to the introduction of automation technology. Announced in April 2024, this initiative by the Canadian government aims to improve efficiency and service delivery without...
New French study requirement for the Quebec Experience Program
International graduates seeking permanent residency through the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) will now need to demonstrate a stronger commitment to French under a newly revised policy. Announced in November 2023, the update to the PEQ's Quebec Graduates stream takes...
Canadian Job Market in February: job drops and vacancies rise
Canada's labor market presented a puzzling picture in February 2024, according to Statistics Canada. While overall payroll employment dipped slightly month-over-month, it remained positive year-over-year. Simultaneously, job vacancies continued to climb, indicating a...
Immigration of Parents and Grandparents sees a gradual start of 2024
While Canada's overall immigration targets are on the rise, the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) has seen a sluggish start to 2024. New data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals a slight increase in PGP arrivals in February compared...
New Brunswick announced Transportation Virtual Recruitment – 2024
The Province of New Brunswick is hosting a virtual recruitment event specifically for the transportation sector on May 27th and 28th, 2024. This event is a great opportunity for qualified individuals to connect with potential employers and explore exciting career...
Quick Guide: National Occupational Classification (NOC) in Canada
The National Occupational Classification (NOC) is a standardized system used to classify and categorize occupations in Canada. This system is used for various purposes, including immigration, labor market research, and wage reporting. For immigrants to Canada, the NOC...
Express Entry: Canada holds a French Proficiency language draw on April 24, 2024
Recent Canada Express Entry draw In the latest Express Entry draw held on April 24, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 1400 invitations to apply to eligible candidates. This draw targeted all programs, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking...
Express Entry: Canada holds an All-Program draw on April 23, 2024
Recent Canada Express Entry draw In the latest Express Entry draw held on April 23, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 2,095 invitations to apply to eligible candidates. This draw targeted all programs, with a minimum Comprehensive...
Canada Budget 2024: How Will it Affect Newcomers?
Canada Budget 2024, unveiled by Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, presents a mixed bag for immigration. While a direct immigration funding increase wasn't a major focus, some measures could indirectly impact newcomers. Let's delve deeper into the budget's potential...
Nova Scotia Pauses Immigration for Accommodation & Food Service
The Canadian province of Nova Scotia is putting a temporary hold on applications from workers in the Accommodation and Food Services sector seeking immigration through the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program (NSNP). This decision, effective as of April 17, 2024,...
Canada updated the Innovation Stream pilot requirements
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented a targeted update to the Innovation Stream pilot program. This update, announced on April 15th, aims to enhance Canada's appeal to highly skilled foreign workers employed by designated Global...
Federal vs. Provincial Immigration: Where Can You Settle in Canada?
The Canadian immigration landscape offers aspiring residents two main pathways: federal programs and provincial nomination programs (PNPs). While both lead to permanent residency (PR) status and the cherished right to live and work anywhere in Canada, the initial...
Quebec to accept Collective Sponsorship applications
The Quebec government announced the reopening of its Program for Refugees Abroad (Collective Sponsorship) on April 9, 2024. This program offers a unique opportunity for citizens and permanent residents of Quebec to directly contribute to Canada's refugee resettlement...
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