Quebec

Quebec adds dozens of jobs to 2022 facilitated LMIA process list

Quebec has published an updated version of the list of high-demand jobs for which the process of hiring temporary foreign workers is made easier.

By Alexandra Miekus

Nouvelle voie de permis de travail pour travailleurs qualifiés du Québec maintenant ouverte aux demandes

Une nouvelle voie pour faire venir plus rapidement les travailleurs qualifiés qui ont été sélectionnés par Québec et qui attendent la résidence permanente est désormais ouverte aux demandes.

By Alexandra Miekus

Quebec skilled workers can now submit applications for open work permits through the IMP+

A new pathway to bring in skilled workers who have been selected by Quebec and are waiting for permanent residence is now open for applications.

By Alexandra Miekus

How many immigrants will Canada welcome over the coming years?

Canada is on track to welcome record numbers of new immigrants between 2022 and 2024.

By Edana Robitaille

Getting to know Canada’s immigration categories

A recent announcement that as of July, Canada will resume Express Entry invitations to all candidates is welcome news for those who had their immigration plans put on hold by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, Express Entry is just one way to immigrate to Canada and with an overwhelming number of pathways, it can be difficult […]

By Edana Robitaille

Minister Fraser says processing standards could return to normal by end of calendar year

Immigration Minister Sean Fraser appeared today before the Canadian Parliament’s Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration to participate in the committee’s new study on IRCC’s application backlogs and processing times.

By Shelby Thevenot

How to immigrate to Canada as a nurse in 2022

The pandemic has exacerbated the need for nurses in Canada. One of the ways to fill job vacancies in the industry is to offer pathways to permanent residency for foreign nurses.

By Shelby Thevenot

IRCC’s application backlog grows beyond 2.1 million people

Canada’s immigration backlog has grown beyond 2.1 million across all lines of business as of April 29, according to the latest Canadian government data obtained via email by CIC News.

By Kareem El-Assal

Canada’s immigration backlog now exceeds 2 million persons

Immigration Canada’s processing inventory now stands at more than 2 million people across all lines of business.

By Shelby Thevenot