Coming to Canada as a tech worker All about Canadian immigration and work permit pathways for tech workers in 2021. Tech workers have a number of options for immigrating to Canada. By Michael Schwartz
Will Canada have an election in the coming months? ANALYSIS: Political leaders urge Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau not to call an election, but polls suggest he is in the lead. Canadian law requires that the government in power will have to call an election by October 16, 2023, but it could be much sooner. By Shelby Thevenot
Immigration: Canada expands non-Canadians’ rights to information and privacy requests ANALYSIS: Change to take effect in July 2022, will benefit people applying to immigrate. Earlier this month, Canada announced a major change to its rules for access to information and privacy (ATIP) in the Canada Gazette. By Michael Schwartz
Entering Canada with a DUI from the USA How a foreign DUI conviction can pose a problem, and what your options are. When attempting to enter Canada with a past driving under the influence (DUI) offence, travellers may have difficulties crossing the border. By Michael Schwartz
IRCC: Canada welcomed over 35,000 new immigrants in June ANALYSIS: June 2021 was the first time during the pandemic Canada landed over 25,000 new permanent residents in a month. It will need to welcome an average of 43,000 newcomers per month between July and December to achieve its 401,000 newcomer target for 2021. Canada recorded its strongest month for new permanent resident arrivals during the pandemic in June 2021, according to the office of Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino. By Kareem El-Assal
Atlantic Canada employers need more applicants, study finds Employers have a positive attitude towards immigrants, but face difficulties when hiring because of a lack of applicants. Many employers across Atlantic Canada find it difficult to hire because there are not enough applicants with the necessary experience or skills. By Mohanad Moetaz
India flights to Canada: When will they be allowed? ANALYSIS: The decision to resume flights from India into Canada will likely come down to a combination of health, economic, and political factors. Earlier this week Canada extended its ban on flights from India until at least August 21. By Kareem El-Assal
What travellers to Canada can expect on July 21 ANALYSIS: Canada's travel restriction order and India flight ban expire next week, but will they be extended again? Here's what we know. UPDATE: Canada is opening its border to non-essential travel Before the end of the day on July 21, the Canadian government will have to make a decision on whether or not to extend its travel restrictions. By Shelby Thevenot
What cannabis users need to know before travelling to Canada How to travel to Canada with existing cannabis convictions and avoid new ones. Offences involving cannabis can have a serious impact on one’s ability to enter Canada. By Michael Schwartz
