Canada is one of the top education destinations for international students.As of December 2022, Canada was home to over 800,000 students who had come from around the world to study there. The number of international students in the country has tripled in the past 10 years and now represents nearly 20 percent of Canada’s post-secondary […]
Canada to soon launch Recognized Employer Pilot for temporary foreign workers
In order to help address labour shortages, the Canadian government has announced it will launch the Recognized Employer Pilot in September.The Recognized Employer Pilot will operate under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and will aim to reduce the administrative burden for repeat employers who have a history of demonstrating compliance with the TFWP’s requirements.Under the REP, eligible employers will gain […]
Work permit options for TV and film productions in Canada
The Canadian government has recognized the importance of allowing TV and film personnel to enter Canada quickly and efficiently, since their entry is vital in creating jobs in the country and attracting significant investments.TV and film productions can bring essential personnel to Canada through the TV and Film Production Work Permit Category. Foreign and Canadian productions […]
Unlocking the Benefits of Your Canadian Bank Accounts: A Guide for New Canadians
By opening a bank account in Canada, you can securely deposit and withdraw money whenever you need. In Canada, the two primary types of personal bank accounts are chequing accounts and savings accounts. With a chequing account, you can conveniently access funds for day-to-day transactions, while a savings account enables you to save money […]
Canada’s work permit pathways for dependent children of age
Canada recently announced a new policy that allows dependent children of temporary foreign workers (TFWs) to be eligible for work permits. This measure aims to combat chronic labor shortages in the country and provide more opportunities for families to stay together and integrate into Canadian communities. Under the new policy, family members who meet certain […]
How immigration and multiculturalism helped shape Trudeau’s new cabinet
On Wednesday the 26th of July, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a cabinet shuffle, assigning new portfolios to current ministers, and swearing in new ministers. While cabinet shuffles occur roughly every two years in a routine process, July’s shuffle stands apart not just for how consequential it is for the current government’s approval—but also for the […]
Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Prince Edward Island hold provincial nomination draws this week
This week four provinces held Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws. Read on below to get a full breakdown of PNP results for this week. PNP Results: July 29th to August 3rd Ontario The Ontario Provincial Nominee Program (OINP) held provincial draws under three different nomination streams: The largest draw took place under the Skilled Trades stream, as the Ontario issued 2,855 […]
Funding your start up or business as a newcomer in Canada
Canada provides various options for entrepreneurs looking to immigrate to start a business. Once in Canada, immigrant entrepreneurs may be looking for funding to get their business started or to support their growth. Funding options available to immigrants will vary depending on the specific needs of a particular business. Types of funding Start-up or business […]
Fredericton Capital Region: A hidden gem in the heart of New Brunswick for newcomers to Canada
Welcome to the Capital Region in the center of the beautiful province of New Brunswick in Eastern Canada. Housing the city of Fredericton, the provincial capital, the region is driven by a rich cultural heritage, thriving economy, and strong sense of community, and has everything that you need to create a new home. The […]
International Students to Canada: Get the Facts and Know You are Prepared with the CAEL English Test
If you are committed to attaining a great score on your language assessment and increasing your chances of admission to a Canadian college or university, then this webinar is for you. CanadaVisa invites you to join us for our free, live, and interactive webinar: Get the Facts and Know You are Prepared with the CAEL […]
