Canada invests millions for a stronger immigration system
Canada has earmarked tens of millions of dollars to help expedite the processing of citizenship applications, provide legal aid to asylum seekers and modernise the country’s immigration system under the Liberals’ 2023 budget plans. The government plans to increase its annual target for immigration from 465,000 people in 2023 to 485,000 in 2024, and 500,000…
Conference highlights the role of immigrants in Canada’s growth
By 2041, immigrants could make up one-third of Canada’s population, Anil Arora, Chief Statistician of Canada told attendees at the Metropolis Conference held in Ottawa in March. And given Canada’s aging population, and dropping birth rate, immigration is Canada’s best bet for the country moving forward, Arora said. For comparison, twenty-five years ago the ratio…
I wasn’t even aware’: Major immigration scam surfaces as Canada marks 10 years of Fraud Prevention Month
Inderjeet Singh’s only dream was to provide for his family, whose annual income is INR 180,000 or approximately CAD $3,000. In 2019, the 24-year-old from Amristar, Punjab, India, received a letter of acceptance for the business administration program at Lambton College, a public college in Sarnia, Ont. That letter was then used to obtain a…
The top jobs for international students in Canada
As of November 15th, 2022, international students holding a valid study permit in Canada can now work an unlimited number of hours, during school semesters, until the end of 2023. Discover your options to immigrate to Canada After analyzing reputable sources (IDP, CTV, ApplyBoard) on top jobs available to international students in Canada, CIC News…
How To Maintain Your Student Status In Canada-Important One
International students have temporary status in Canada. Therefore, study permit holders must follow certain conditions to maintain student status in Canada. Failure to maintain student status can result in the refusal of the next immigration application. For example, your subsequent study or work permit application might be refused. In addition, students may be asked to…
Canada marks record-breaking year for processing immigration applications
OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 19, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ – Immigration is critical to Canada’s economy and our communities, and it is a large part of our identity as Canadians. Newcomers helped build our country, were on the front lines as we battled the pandemic, and remain key to our success. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)…
Rental scams may disproportionately affect immigrants
Metehan* is just one person among many affected by Canada’s rental crisis. A newcomer from Turkey, Metehan moved to Vancouver from Toronto in June 2022 and needed to find a place quickly. So he signed a two-month lease for a place that was less than ideal. The rent was $1,000 per month, plus Metehan was…
How to Immigrate to Canada as a Tech Worker
Due to the high demand in the tech industry, Canadian immigration for tech workers is on the rise which is why Canada offers special work permits to tech workers. That said, there are ways for tech workers to immigrate permanently without ever having worked in Canada. Here are some of the most popular ways to…
BC Immigration: 4 Ways to Move to Canada’s Rugged West Coast
For many, immigrating to the breath-taking west cost of Canada is a dream come true. With it’s picturesque nature and landscapes to it’s bustling cities, British Columbia has a lot to offer newcomers to the province. Last year nearly 45,000 newcomers made British Columbia their home. If you are looking for ways that you could…
Five Most Common Types Of Work Permits That Don’t Need An LMIA
A foreign worker will need a Work Permit in order to be able to work in Canada unless they fall under an LMIA exempt category. Hiring a Foreign Worker with an LMIA is done under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). The International Mobility Program (IMP) on the other hand, allows Employers to be able…
Top Four Best Provinces in Canada for New Immigrants
A question we are often asked is, “What is the best province in Canada for immigrants?” With Canada being the second-largest country in the world, deciding where to start can be overwhelming. Canada has a total of ten provinces and three territories, each with its own unique charm. Discover your options for Canadian immigration Depending…
They start asking if he’s breathing’: Officer tells inquest of chaotic scene on night immigration detainee died
Two months after returning to work from her maternity leave, Peterborough police Const. Alicia McGriskin responded to a call for a paid-duty officer in order to make some extra money. She packed some snacks and a laptop so she could watch movies during what she expected would be a “low-key day” while guarding an inmate…