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Saskatchewan Launches New Immigration Pathway for Tech Workers
We have great news for tech workers interested in Canada PR, more specifically Saskatchewan as they just launched a new tech-immigration program on March 7th, 2022! This program will join the other streams created for skilled workers, experienced professionals, and entrepreneurs but will specifically target foreign tech workers. The Tech Talent Pathway was created to […]
New 2022 Launch: Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
On March 4th, the Government of Canada released details about the newest Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) launch. Formally known as the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP), this pathway gives skilled foreign workers and international graduates the opportunity to gain Canada PR. The program helps employers hire qualified candidates to fill labor shortages in the 4 […]
What to Study in Canada as an International Student
For international students, Canada remains a popular choice. In fact, the number of international students who have picked Canada as their study abroad destination has tripled in the last decade. Almost 650,000 students from all over the world study in Canadian universities, making it one of the top five study destinations in the world, alongside […]
New Foreign Tech Worker Immigration Stream for Alberta
The Alberta community has spoken and the government listened. There has been a significant Tech Worker shortage in the Alberta province. In response, The province announced the development of the Accelerated Tech Pathway, which will give highly talented tech workers who wish to live and work in Alberta a fast road to permanent residency. According […]
NOC Codes Changing in 2022
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Statistics Canada, and Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) all recently indicated that major revisions to the National Occupation Classification are in the works (NOC). ESDC and Statistic Canada make structural modifications to the system every ten years and content updates every five years as part of the ministries’ […]
New Policy to Help Immigrant Workers in Ontario: Working for Workers Act
Need another reason to make the move to Ontario? Ontario officials have recently announced their plan to help immigrant workers living or looking to work in Ontario. Considering thousands of immigrants are making the move every month through various pathways to showcase their skills, we think this new policy could help a lot of individuals! […]
Immigration to Canada for IT Professionals
The tech industry in Canada is rapidly growing and always looking to invite skilled IT professionals to come settle. With the right work experience, skills, and education, as a tech worker, you have a couple of options to make Canada your permanent home. The good news is, because these occupations are in high demand, it’s […]
How to Apply for the C10 Significant Benefit to Canada Work Permit
Where there are larger economic, cultural, or other competitive advantages for Canada or reciprocal benefits experienced by Canadians and permanent residents, the International Mobility Program allows companies to recruit temporary employees without a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). The C10 Significant Benefit Work Permit is a category under the International Mobility Program for those who […]
How to Apply for the C11 Entrepreneur Work Permit
Obtaining a work permit is frequently the first step in getting permanent residence in Canada. If you’re an entrepreneur or self-employed person wanting to work in Canada and eventually become a permanent resident, the C11 entrepreneur work visa is an option to explore. In this post, we will go over all you need to know […]
Temporary Foreign Worker Program for Low Wage Earners
The Temporary Foreign Worker Program is intended to be used when you are facing short-term skills and labour shortages, and only when no Canadians and permanent residents are available. Under the TFWP, employers may hire temporary foreign workers through multiple different kinds of streams. Here, we will describe what the low-wage stream for temporary foreign […]
Immigrate to Canada as a Construction Worker
Are you currently working and have experience as a Construction Worker and are also interested in immigrating to Canada? We have wonderful news for you! Canada considers Construction Workers, Skilled/Semi-Skilled workers which qualify individuals for Canadian programs like Federal Skilled Worker and Provincial Nominee Programs. Job Description (NOC 2011-7611 Construction Trades Helpers and Labourers) Construction […]
How to Write a Letter of Explanation (LoE)
In some cases, applicants may be required to provide a Letter of Explanation (LoE) with their application. This may be due to a missing document that could not be given, an incoherence that drew the notice of the immigration official examining your case, and so on. This letter could be needed for many different kinds […]
How Long Does it Take to Get a Canada Work Permit?
Canada is accepting and processing Work Permit applications, however, there may be some delays due to COVID-19. Canada is one of the most popular places to immigrate to so it is no surprise that they receive thousands of work permit applications every year! Working in Canada can be a very attractive option for foreign workers […]
How Flagpoling Can Be Used for Renewing Canada Visas
As more temporary residents seek fast immigration services, some firms are seeing a spike in the number of people that are flagpoling. Flagpoling is when a person leaves Canada and goes back to the USA without crossing into the country. The process can cause delays at busy border points. It is a perfectly legal process, […]
Can My Canada Work Permit Be Cancelled by My Employer?
Many foreigners in Canada are issued temporary work permits each year – some of which are open work permits, and others which are known as closed work permits. Foreign workers with closed work permits are limited to only one employer and usually can only work in a specific location. This means that these workers are […]
