Canada is supporting people and businesses during COVID-19 outbreak Canada's federal government is working to ensure that there is enough money for people to support themselves in the event of illness, isolation or loss of income Canada is taking steps to stabilize the economy, protect jobs, and help those affected by COVID-19 containment measures. Details of the COVID-19 Economic Response Plan were released on Wednesday, March 18. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada continues to accept permanent and temporary residence applications and adapt processes Canada is providing more time for some applicants to submit immigration documents. Canada is taking steps to continue to attract global talent from around the world during a time of global efforts to contain the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. By David Cohen
PEI postpones March Expression of Interest draw COVID-19 delaying the regularly scheduled March 19 draw Prince Edward Island will not be issuing invitations for immigration candidates, as scheduled for today. By Shelby Thevenot
Canadian airlines suspending inbound, outbound fights In compliance with COVID-19 prevention measures, airlines are suspending services, adjusting booking and refund policies Airlines have begun suspending service to international travellers in response to Canada’s COVID-19 travel ban. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada clarifies who is affected by coronavirus travel ban Details on who will be allowed into Canada amid COVID-19 travel ban have been released Canada has issued a new official statement to define the terms of the travel ban first announced on Monday, March 16 to help limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). By Kareem El-Assal
Canada and U.S. agree to close border to limit coronavirus In a move that is being called "unprecedented" Canada and the U.S. are closing the border to non-essential traffic Canada and the U.S. have reached a mutual deal to close their borders to non-essential travel. The deal is another major measure being taken by the countries to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). By Shelby Thevenot
Extending your stay in Canada during the coronavirus pandemic Whether you are a worker, student or visitor to Canada, it is of the utmost importance that you extend your stay in the correct manner. While obtaining a Canadian permit or visa is a goal for countless foreign nationals around the world, the status it confers may need to be extended. This could raise a host of issues that the foreign national may not have faced in their initial application. By Stephen Sherman
Agriculture labour shortage feared amid COVID-19 travel bans Canadian agriculture depends on Temporary Foreign Workers to fill labour market shortages during the spring and summer months, yet COVID-19 travel bans restrict non-residents from entering Canada There is never a shortage of work to do on Canadian farms, and as Canada halts most non-residents from entering the country, agriculture industry professionals fear unfilled gaps in the labour market may affect production. By Shelby Thevenot
New Canadian immigration instructions during coronavirus pandemic Canada is taking measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and accommodate immigrants affected by associated service disruptions and travel restrictions Click here to find out everything you need to know about the coronavirus and Canada immigration. Canada is taking exceptional measures to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, and help immigrants and travellers affected by service disruptions. By Shelby Thevenot
