Moving to a new country is a big step and being well-prepared can make all the difference. If you’re planning a move to Canada, there are a lot of things to consider before you arrive, from gathering the necessary documents to finding a place to live and preparing for employment. To help you make […]
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made an update to the proof of funds required for Express Entry candidates. The change, which was announced on IRCC’s website today, on May 2nd, was effective on April 25. Proof of funds amounts are updated yearly. IRCC bases the amount on 50% of the low-income cut-off totals. To stay eligible, […]
Canada’s federal government released its Action Plan for Official Languages 2023-2028 in Ottawa on April 26. The new Action Plan includes $1.4 billion over five years in addition to the $2.7 billion in the previous Action Plan. This adds up to over $4.1 billion over five years. It is the largest amount ever provided by a […]
The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Federal Government have reached a tentative agreement following a strike that impacted over 155,000 public servants, including those at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The strike began on April 19. PSAC has instructed its members to return to work as of 9 AM Eastern Time this […]
On October 1 this year, six of ten provinces across Canada will raise regional minimum wage rates. At the beginning of this month, Canada’s federal minimum wage rose from $15.55 to $16.65. This move was impactful, as Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) noted at the time, because “around 26,000 working Canadians earn less than $15.55 […]
Statistics Canada has released a new study that demonstrates women’s contribution to the overall level of human capital in Canada from 1970 to 2020 (50 years). The study, Accumulation of Human Capital in Canada, 1970 to 2020: An Analysis by Gender and the Role of Immigration, defines human capital as an individual’s knowledge and […]
Four provinces have invited candidates in recent provincial immigration draws. Most of Canada’s economic immigrant permanent residents arrive in Canada through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). In the Immigration Levels Plan 2023-2025, there is a target of over 117,500 new PNP permanent residents to arrive in Canada each year by 2025. PNPs help spread the economic benefits of […]
Canadian employers are checking out potential job candidates on social media before offering a job or sometimes even an interview. This applies to both newcomers and Canadians alike. In January 2023, a survey was conducted by the Harris Poll, a global consulting and market research firm, on behalf of Express Employment. Express Employment is […]
Since 2022, the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has been among Canada’s leading immigration pathways. The success of the program is projected to continue, as outlined in Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan for 2023-2025. The PNP allows every province or territory – except Quebec and Nunavut – to nominate international workers for permanent residence. Those selected for […]
As a newcomer to Canada, one of the first things you will need to do is find a place for you and your family to call home. For most people new to Canada, your first home may likely be a rented house or apartment. Canada’s housing market has traditionally been stable towards buyers and renters, […]
