August 2024 – Page 3 – skg immigration

Quebec announces suspension of LMIA processing for some low-wage temporary foreign workers

Starting September 3rd, the processing of Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) to applicants in Montréal will be suspended for job offers with hourly wages below $27.47 CAD (the Quebec median hourly wage). This measure is expected to be in place for

Temporary Foreign Worker Program takes center stage as Ministers considers further reforms

Following an extended period of increased scrutiny on the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), both Canada’s Immigration Minister and the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development, and Official Languages have weighed in—speaking out against abuses of the system on the part of employers in

Deadline extended for CUAET participants to apply for work permits

Immigration,Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently extended the deadline to apply for a work permit by those participating in the Canada Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) program. The deadline to apply for an open work permit is now March

How residents of Canada can invest tax-free

Newcomers to Canada looking to grow their wealth may want to take advantage of the ability to open a tax-free savings account (TFSA). A TFSA is a type of investment account people can use to invest without having to pay taxes

Ontario, British Columbia and Manitoba issue provincial nominations to candidates

This week, three provinces issued nominations to candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Candidates were invited to apply through specific PNP streams based on their past work experience, occupational skills, and education. An immigration stream is a specific pathway

Four provinces offering incentives to skilled immigrants in healthcare occupations

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

Nine apps to enhance your life in Canada

Newcomers often face a steep learning curve when adapting to life in Canada. Digital tools can help to ease this transition. The CIC News team has compiled a list of nine mobile apps that newcomers can download to enhance their life

BREAKING: Francophone students to have direct path to permanent residence under IRCC’s new pilot program

Today, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Marc Miller announced a new immigration pilot to welcome more international students into Francophone communities across Canada. According to a release by IRCC, the Francophone Minority Communities Pilot Program (FMCSP) will improve admission rates

What to do if your study permit application is rejected

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

Canada invites PNP candidates in latest Express Entry draw

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw. The department invited 763 candidates in a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-aligned draw. To be considered, candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)

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