Canadian Immigration News Briefs for Mid-July 2012

The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that took place or were announced over the last two weeks.

• Toronto is One of the World's Most Liveable Cities

The city of Toronto has been ranked the world’s 8th most liveable city for 2012. This is according to a study released by the Economic Intelligence Unit, which annually reviews cities for the qualities that make them most appealing to residents.  >>Read more...

• Canada Takes Steps to Protect At-Risk Workers

Effective immediately, Human Resources and Skills Development (HRSDC) will be issuing negative Labour Market Opinions for individuals destined to work in fields related to the sex trade.  >>Read more...

• Canada, Partner Countries Address Fraud in India  

Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom have joined efforts to educate prospective visitors and immigrants about the dangers of using fraudulent immigration agents.  >>Read more...

• Quebec Immigration Programs Still Open: Immigration Continues Despite Federal Freeze

The majority of the over 60 Canadian immigration programs have, and will continue, to accept applications despite a temporary freeze on the acceptance of applications for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program.  >>Read more...