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Four provinces offering incentives to skilled immigrants in healthcare occupations

Vimal Sivakumar — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 12:00:42 +0000

Canada is always looking to attract skilled workers to strengthen its economy and workforce. While Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has taken steps to fill urgent shortages such as those in healthcare, several provinces are attempting to attract skilled workers in the healthcare industry using financial incentives. These include tuition rebates, reimbursement for different […]

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Nine apps to enhance your life in Canada

Vimal Sivakumar — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:00:03 +0000

Newcomers often face a steep learning curve when adapting to life in Canada. Digital tools can help to ease this transition. The ɫ�� team has compiled a list of nine mobile apps that newcomers can download to enhance their life in Canada. Still planning your move? Check out our article on apps to help […]

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What to do if your study permit application is rejected

Vimal Sivakumar — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 12:00:51 +0000

According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), there is no formal appeal process available to international students who are rejected for a Canadian study permit. However, international students can apply for reconsideration of their study permit decision if they can present new evidence that argues against the rejection of their initial application. Discover your […]

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Alberta’s incentives for skilled immigrants in trade occupations

Vimal Sivakumar — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 12:00:40 +0000

One of Canada’s most pressing labour market gaps exists in the trades industry. In fact, according to a study released this month by Statistics Canada (StatsCan), the national labour market is facing “downward pressure” resulting from a wave of recent retirements among baby boomers (those born between 1955 and 1965). This has resulted in Canada’s […]

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Is it worth applying for Express Entry after you turn 35?

Vimal Sivakumar — Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:00:30 +0000

Prospective Canadian immigrants are sometimes discouraged from applying for Express Entry after they turn 35 years of age. This is largely due to points lost on their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. The Express Entry application management system uses the CRS to rank and order eligible Express Entry candidates based on their human capital factors […]

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Five high-paying part-time jobs for Canadian international students in 2024

Vimal Sivakumar — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 12:00:14 +0000

Earlier this year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that it would not renew its temporary off-campus work hours measure. Since 2022, international students have been permitted to work unlimited hours throughout the academic year. The reintroduction of a cap on work hours throughout the academic year means that international students across Canada must […]

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Some temporary foreign workers can get a job in Canada without an LMIA thanks to these international agreements

Vimal Sivakumar — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 12:00:29 +0000

Work permits given to foreign nationals in Canada can be broken down into two categories: those that require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and those that do not. An LMIA is a document that some Canadian employers must obtain from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) before they hire a temporary foreign worker (TFW). […]

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How to get a Social Insurance Number in Canada

Vimal Sivakumar — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 12:00:31 +0000

All Canadian residents need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to work in Canada and receive most government benefits and services. Specifically, this number must be provided to your employer so they can facilitate and manage access to important government programs such as Employment Insurance (EI) and the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). In Canada, any citizen […]

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Answering 11 FAQs about Canada’s Post-Graduation Work Permit

Vimal Sivakumar — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 12:00:14 +0000

In light of proposed changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program announced last month, many current and prospective international students may be looking for more information. For example, as outlined by notes from the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Deputy Minister Transition Binder 2024, these changes would work to better align the “issuance […]

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Immigrating to Canada through Ontario’s PNP

Vimal Sivakumar — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) provides several pathways to permanent residence (PR) for temporary residents residing in Ontario – Canada’s most popular newcomer destination. This is possible because of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), Ontario’s dedicated Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The OINP allows the local government to invite immigration candidates who they feel […]

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