Canada’s labor market is on the brink of significant transformation, with over 8.1 million job openings expected by 2033. Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) forecasts substantial shortages in key industries—including healthcare, engineering, construction, and education—that will shape the country’s future. If you’re planning a career move or considering immigration [...]
Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) provides opportunities for skilled workers to contribute to the economy while gaining valuable experience. However, since work permits are issued for a limited duration, many foreign workers eventually need to extend their permits to continue working legally. This guide outlines the steps to extend [...]
As Canada adjusts its immigration targets for the years 2025-2027 and aims to reduce the temporary resident population, many individuals with expiring work permits are exploring ways to extend their stay legally. If you find yourself in a similar situation, one option to consider is transitioning to visitor status through [...]
Understanding the Recent Changes The Canadian government has recently implemented significant changes to the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) for Express Entry candidates who hold an International Experience Canada (IEC) employer-specific work permit. Effective immediately, foreign nationals who received their IEC work permit after December 18, 2024, will no longer be [...]
Canada has long been celebrated for its inclusive immigration policies, fostering family reunification and economic growth. However, recent changes to the Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) regulations in 2025 have created new challenges for families hoping to build a future in Canada. These shifts, driven by policy overhauls and stricter [...]
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently announced an extension of its policy to offer open work permits (OWPs) to eligible provincial nominee program (PNP) candidates. This temporary public policy, now extended until December 31, 2025, provides foreign nationals with OWPs that are valid for up to two years, [...]
Ontario has recently implemented significant updates to its Provincial Nominee Program (OINP), particularly concerning its Express Entry streams and the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream. These changes, effective January 27, 2025, offer new opportunities for self-employed physicians and skilled workers, particularly in the healthcare sector. In this blog, we’ll [...]
New Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots Launching on March 31, 2025 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially announced the launch date for its new Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots, set to open on March 31, 2025. These new programs will replace previous caregiver immigration pathways that have expired, [...]
Canada’s immigration system is facing significant challenges after the recent announcement of over 3,000 job cuts within the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) department. This move, expected to be implemented over the next three years, has sparked concern across the country, particularly in British Columbia, where many individuals are [...]
The Canadian government has recently updated its eligibility criteria for the Canada Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP). This significant policy change impacts the spouses of foreign workers in Canada, narrowing down the list of qualifying occupations. As of January 21, 2025, spouses will only be eligible for a work permit [...]
