Destination Canada and Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will hold a virtual job fair for tourism, hospitality, and culinary jobs across Canada (outside of Quebec), on November 13th, 14th and 15th. Registration for the event will begin on September 23rd and close on October 27th, 2024. Participating job seekers will have the option to connect online […]
For years, international students have chosen to study in Canada for its reputable universities, diverse environment, and the opportunity to gain work experience in a new country. Getting a Canadian education and eligible work experience can also improve a candidate’s chance of getting permanent residence (PR) in Canada. This is because international students who graduate from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) receive extra […]
This week, four Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) issued nominations to immigration candidates. Candidates were selected for their professional experience, secured employment, and general eligibility for provincial immigration. Note: Each PNP uses its own scoring system, (or if a stream is aligned with the federal Express Entry system, the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)) to assign eligibility points to immigration candidates. These scores […]
IRCC has introduced a new work permit under the Innovation Stream of the International Mobility Program (IMP). The Innovation Stream is one of the four pillars of this Tech Talent Strategy, which was launched in 2023 to attract skilled talent to help Canada grow as a global tech leader. Some skilled foreign workers are now eligible […]
If your current permit is expiring and you wish to remain in Canada past its expiration date, you may be able to remain in Canada under maintained status. Maintained status enables you to stay in Canada under the conditions of your expired permit until Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made a decision on your application […]
Are you new to Canada, considering buying your first home, and looking for a little guidance? This webinar could be an opportunity to learn more about how to finance your home purchase in your new country. CanadaVisa and TD invite you to join us for a free webinar: Mortgage Basics: A Newcomer’s Guide to Financing a […]
Alberta has been experiencing record-breaking population growth. New data from the government of Alberta’s Office of Statistics and Information shows that the province has seen exponential growth in both its international and interprovincial immigration. From April 2023 to April 24, the province’s population grew by 204,677 or 4.41%—marking the highest year-over-year growth rate in 2023-24 amongst all […]
Canada has a reputation among newcomers as a country with a high standard of living, progressive culture, and opportunities. Still, n Canada has a reputation among newcomers as a country with a high standard of living, progressive culture, and opportunities. Still, newcomers may wonder what concrete data supports these sentiments and how Canada compares to […]
Fall in Canada is a cozy season characterized by cooling temperatures, changing leaf colours, beloved holidays and fun outdoor activities. If you’re a newcomer to Canada, it presents the perfect opportunity to explore all that the country has to offer. So here are some things you need to know to make the most of the season. When […]
On the 26th of August, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) announced that they would temporarily suspend the processing of Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) under the Low-Wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)—for employers that are located in Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs) with an unemployment rate equal to, or higher than 6%. To qualify as a CMA, the area must […]
