by Nwando Oranye | Nov 20, 2024 | Immigration Blog
On October 21, 2024, Canada’s Minister of Employment, Randy Boissonnault, unveiled updates to the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program. The changes, set to take effect on November 8, aim to protect Canadian workers while addressing labour market needs. Key...
by Nwando Oranye | Nov 20, 2024 | Immigration Blog
On October 21, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the tenth Express Entry draw for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates of the year. IRCC issued 648 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates in the PNP-targeted draw. In round...
by Nwando Oranye | Nov 20, 2024 | Immigration Blog
Canada’s fertility rate has hit an all-time low of 1.3 children per woman, sparking concerns about population aging and its impact on social systems. However, Laura Wright, an associate professor of sociology at the University of Saskatchewan, argues that Canada...
by Nwando Oranye | Nov 20, 2024 | Immigration Blog
The Council of Ontario Universities (COU) has warned that recent federal changes to international study permits are expected to have a devastating financial impact, projecting losses exceeding $300 million for 2024-25, which could rise to over $600 million the...
by Nwando Oranye | Nov 20, 2024 | Immigration Blog
A recent Leger survey reveals that 52% of Canadians believe their government does not owe protection to citizens who remain in conflict zones despite warnings to leave. The poll, conducted amidst ongoing evacuations from Lebanon, shows a generational divide. While...
