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How to Immigrate to Saskatchewan Without a Job Offer

Do you want to live and work in Saskatchewan without a job offer? Canada offers several immigration pathways at federal and provincial levels to nominate eligible applicants for permanent residence.

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Private Colleges Urge Canada to Expand the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program

According to the chair of a national organization, Canada is missing out on thousands of additional international students studying at private career colleges by not making them eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

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Canada Introduces TEER, a New System to Classify Occupations

The Canadian government recently introduced a new way to classify occupations for immigration purposes. The new changes come into effect in fall 2022 and will affect certain economic class immigrants and foreign worker applicants. However, it is still unclear what type of applicants will be affected.

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Extended Deadline for the New PR Pathways for Temporary Residents

The Canadian government may extend the deadline for the new PR Pathways introduced earlier this year on May 6, 2021. The new PR Pathways were introduced to offer temporary foreign workers in healthcare and other essential occupations and international graduates a chance to apply for Canadian permanent residence. The government may also open these pathways to refugee claimants, Canada’s Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino informed in an interview on October 21, 2021.

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Ontario’s Plan to Increase Foreign Workers in Skilled Trade Occupations

Ontario’s Minister of Labour, Monte McNaughton recently called for administrative changes to attract more foreign workers. On October 25, 2021, Monte McNaughton introduced the “Working for Workers Act”. The Working for Workers Act includes proposed changes to help immigrants trying to work in regulated occupations in Ontario. If implemented, the act could mean great changes for foreign workers in Ontario.

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Canada Launched Nationally Standardized Vaccine Passports

The Canadian government will soon launch a vaccine passport to facilitate international travel during the pandemic. The nationally standardized vaccine passport system will be implemented by all provincial and territorial governments.

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PM Trudeau Appoints Sean Fraser as the New Immigration Minister

On October 26, 2021, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau revealed his new cabinet. Sean Fraser was appointed as the new Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada.

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How Were International Chinese Students to Canada Affected by COVID-19?

There has been a massive increase in enrollment of international students from Mainland China over the last decade. So much so that China is among the top source countries of international students to Canada. This has immensely benefited Canadian universities and the Canadian economy. However, the latest trends in the international students coming from China indicate that measures need to be taken to make this more sustainable.

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Could the PR Pathway for Non-French Speaking International Graduates Applicants Be Refused Incorrectly?

Recently, the Canadian government launched 6 new temporary PR pathways for temporary foreign workers in healthcare, and other essential occupations and international graduates. Certain applicants to the PR Pathway for Non-French-Speaking International Graduates received a surprise when their application for permanent residence was refused.

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Which Occupations Increased In Demand in Prince Edward Island Post-Pandemic?

The Canadian economy suffered a negative impact during the Covid-19 pandemic. Hundreds of people lost their jobs and had to face reduced hours. Many occupations were shifted to work from home. While certain sectors of the economy suffered, others were able to adapt to this sudden change and overcome pandemic challenges.

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The Student Direct Stream Program: How Successful Has It Been Across Different Countries?

A huge difference was revealed in the approval ratings for Canadian Study Permit applications made through the Student Direct Stream (SDS) compared to non-SDS applications. The statistics reveal how effective and efficient the SDS program has been in offering an expedited pathway to Study Permits.

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International Students Crucial for Meeting Canada’s Immigration Targets

International students play a crucial role in helping Canada achieve its immigration levels target. Recently, the Canadian government emphasized their support for allowing international students to come to Canada at an online webinar organized by the PIE & Navitas called Canada's future success as a global study destination.

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What Can Be Expected from the Upcoming 2021 Express Entry Draws?

The number of immigrants invited through the Express Entry system slowed down in the third quarter of 2021. For the first 2 quarters of 2021, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited record-breaking immigrants.

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International Students Postpone Coming to Canada Till January 2022

According to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), international students are having to postpone their travel to Canada and study online after not receiving their Study Permits on time. Earlier this year, the IRCC had informed international students to submit their completed applications by May 15, 2021, to ensure the processing of their Study Permit applications by August 6, 2021.

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Direct Flights from India to Canada to Resume

The Canadian government announced on September 29, 2021, that all direct flights from India will be resumed. This announcement comes after a month-long ban on direct flights from India to reduce the risk of Covid-19 infection in Canada. After this ban expires on September 30, travelers will be able to board direct flights from India to Canada.

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Only Fully-Vaccinated Passengers Will Be Allowed on Air and Rail from November 30

The Canadian government is planning to make it mandatory for all passengers and staff on federally regulated modes of transportation to be fully vaccinated by the end of the month or until November 30, 2021.

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How to Improve Your Canadian Citizenship Application

As a permanent resident, if you are planning to apply for Canadian citizenship, it is best to ensure that you submit a completed application to avoid any delays. There are important things you may do to improve your citizenship application and get ahead of the mistakes.

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FAQs About Canadian Spousal Sponsorship

Thousands of individuals every year immigrate to Canada as spousal sponsors. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are authorized to sponsor their spouse, common-law or conjugal partner for permanent residence in Canada. Both the sponsor and the applicant are required to meet certain eligibility requirements.

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FAQs About the Biometric Information Process for Canada

Whether you are coming to Canada to immigrate, visit, work or study, you will be required to submit your biometric information. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) require biometric information to verify your identity and simplify the entry process for legitimate travelers.

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Canadian Employers Offer Higher Pay to Attract and Retain Skilled Workers

Are you planning on working in Canada? There really couldn’t be a better time to be employed in Canada. Employers across Canada are planning to bump up salaries so foreign workers can expect high wages.

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IRCC Allocates $1.7 Billion in Settlement Funding for 2021-22

Recently, an internal memo accessed through the Access to Information Privacy Request (ATIP) revealed how Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) intends to spend its $1.7 billion settlement budget during the fiscal year 2021-22. This memo also gave information on how the IRCC plans to distribute these funds across the country. This information was earlier released publicly on the IRCC website in 2011. This memo was signed and approved by the Canadian Immigration Minister, Marco Mendicino.

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IRCC Allows Permanent Residents to Confirm their Status Online

The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently announced that newly approved permanent residents will now be able to confirm their status online without attending any in-person interviews. New permanent residents will be able to quickly and easily confirm their status by going to a secure Permanent Residence portal.

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What Is Canada Doing to Help Afghans Immigrate?

The Canadian government recently announced their response to the situation in Afghanistan and how they intend to help Afghans in this dire situation. The Taliban took over and replaced the democratically elected government in Afghanistan by force. The Canadian government has refused to recognize the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan. However, the presence of the Taliban puts many of the people in Afghanistan at risk of violence and life. Therefore, the government has decided to introduce certain measures to help the Afghans in need. The Taliban has assured the Canadian government that Afghan citizens with travel authorization will be allowed to leave Afghanistan.

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Quebec Healthcare Will Cover Children of Temporary Foreign Workers and Students

From September 22, 2021, children of temporary foreign workers and international students will be covered by the Régie de l’assurance Maladie du Québec (RAMQ), the healthcare system of the province. This means that all children in Quebec will now be able to qualify for Quebec health insurance and basic prescription drug insurance plans, provided they have been residing in Quebec for more than 6 months in a year.

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The Top In-Demand Occupations in Nova Scotia Post-Pandemic

The Covid-19 pandemic drastically affected certain sectors of the Canadian economy, while other industries experienced more success due to a change in consumer habits. The Canadian government conducted a study to identify how different sectors of the economy were affected by the pandemic. This study highlights the occupations that increased in demand in the province of Nova Scotia.

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Newfoundland and Labrador Launched New Job-Matching Initiative

Newfoundland and Labrador recently announced a new initiative called the Job Matching Pathway to help employers looking to fill full-time vacancies match with newcomer job seekers in the province. This pathway has been announced in the light of increasing demand for immigrants, temporary workers, and international students in the province.

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What’s the Current Scoring for the Quebec Skilled Worker Program?

Recently, the Quebec government announced an update within the selection criteria for the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP). The Ministry of Immigration, Francisation, and Integration (MIFI) believes that this new step will help the province to achieve better alignment with their immigration programs and the needs of the local labor market.

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Foreign Travelers Can Apply for a Work Permit After Arriving

Due to the pandemic-related restrictions, international travelers were unable to apply for a work permit at the Port of Entry (POE). However, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently re-authorized issuance of temporary work permits at the POE for foreign nationals, provided they meet certain requirements.

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