Canada unveils new study permit exemption for construction trade apprentices
Some temporary foreign workers can now enroll in apprenticeship programs without requiring a study permit. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
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Canada will send invitations to apply for Parents and Grandparents PR pathway in 2025
Some Canadians and permanent residents will be invited to apply to sponsor their parents and grandparents for permanent residency in
Derek Shank
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OPINION: Immigration can help address Canada’s healthcare crisis – and Canadians agree, according to new survey
Health care is the top concern for Canadians, according to a recent study by CIC News. This is not surprising,
Derek Shank
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The major changes to LMIA-exempt work permits in 2024 – year in review
In 2024, the Canadian federal government made major changes to LMIA-exempt work permits. This article will review the most significant
Derek Shank
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BREAKING: Trudeau to resign from Liberal leadership; Canadian Parliament to be prorogued
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his intention to resign from his position as leader of the Liberal Party of
Derek Shank
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BREAKING: Parents and Grandparents Program will accept no new applications in 2025
The Canadian federal government will not accept any new applications for sponsoring parents and grandparents for permanent residence in 2025.
Derek Shank
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Canada announces cap on applications for Agri-Food Pilot pathway to permanent residence
The Canadian federal government has announced a cap on the intake for permanent residence applications under the Agri-Food Pilot. Discover
Derek Shank
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OPINION: Newcomers working to alleviate Canada’s top issues
Newcomers are working to address Canada’s top two issues: healthcare and housing affordability. In a research study conducted by CIC
Derek Shank
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New findings: newcomer entry wage growth outstripped Canadian wage growth
Newcomer entry wages grew significantly, while Canadian real wages declined, according to an article released by Statistics Canada on December
Derek Shank
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New immigration fees effective December 1
Canada’s immigration department has raised several application fees, effective December 1 2024. Schedule a Free Legal Consultation with the Cohen
