Migrant agricultural workers in Canada contribute to employment insurance (EI) but cannot access it after their contracts end and they return home. Their contracts are tied to a single employer, limiting their flexibility. A proposed […]
On January 9, 2024, the Government of Ontario held two draws in the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream (EJO FW) Stream of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The province issued 821 targeted invitations
International Experience Canada (IEC) 2024 opened on December 11, 2023, allowing youth from eligible countries to submit profiles. The first round of invitations started on January 8, 2024, with the number of issued invitations expected to be
From January 1, 2024, employers recruiting through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) must adjust foreign workers’ wages to match updated prevailing rates, as per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Although some employers are exempt,
On January 5, 2024, the Government of Canada published a new update regarding the participation eligibility requirements for Italian nationals participating under the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. As per the bilateral agreement between Italy and Canada, Italian
On January 3, 2024, the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI) implemented several measures to bolster French-speaking immigration. As of June 2023, all applicants under the Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP) must declare
A recent study from the UK-based firm Givetastic has put Canada at the top of the list of most desirable work destinations worldwide. This conclusion was drawn after examining the average monthly search volume for keywords such
On December 12, 2023, the Canadian Government updated the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. This program fosters travel and work collaboration between Canada and other nations, assisting in arranging transportation, job hunting, and accommodation procurement. The refreshed
Many US workers are considering migrating to Canada due to its welcoming immigration measures, which aim to address labour shortages. In July, Canada launched a pilot program allowing 10,000 H-1B visa holders to apply for
On December 5, 2023, the Government of Ontario held new draws in the Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills Stream (EJO IDS) and Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream (EJO FW) of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP).