Canada

Recent Canadian immigrants endured disproportionate economic strain due to COVID-19: Statistics Canada Statistics Canada released a new report today analyzing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on economic integration among recent Canadian immigrants. Read our recap of the study below.

The economic contributions of Canadian immigrants cannot be understated.

By Vimal Sivakumar

Canada takes aim at healthcare accreditation amongst historic labour shortages Skilled newcomers overqualification must be addressed, amid immediate need for more healthcare professionals.

On December 5th, 2022, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced a call for proposals to help Internationally Educated Healthcare Professionals (IEHPs) work in Canada’s healthcare sector.

By Asheesh Moosapeta

Canada’s relationship with Indo-Pacific countries key to our immigration future On November 27, Canada introduced the Indo-Pacific Strategy to advance the future of Canadian immigration through the Indo-Pacific region. Read on to find out what more IRCC had to say about this strategy on November 30.

On November 30, 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued a press release reinforcing the value of the country’s relationships with nations in the Indo-Pacific region as it relates to the future of immigration in Canada.

By Vimal Sivakumar

Spouses of some Work Permit holders are now eligible to apply for Open Work Permits In a landmark announcement, Sean Fraser has announced that Canada will seek to keep families of some Work Permit holders together.

Immigration minister Sean Fraser announced on Dec 2nd, 2022 that Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will expand the eligibility of Open Work Permits (OWP) to the spouses and working-age children of some current Work Permit holders under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).

By Asheesh Moosapeta

Do Americans really move to Canada because of politics? Moving to Canada is an often-cited exit strategy in an increasingly politically divided U.S.A.— how often does it happen?

In the wake of Donald Trump’s 2024 election bid announcement, Canada has once again seen an uptick in immigration interest from the United States.

By Asheesh Moosapeta

International Experience Canada to increase program capacity by 20% IRCC announced some significant changes to the International Experience Canada program today, including an increase in applicant capacity and a program open date for 2023.

Canada’s government will be expanding the applicant pool for the upcoming year of its International Experience Canada (IEC) program. They announced a program opening date of January 9, 2023, at a press conference in Banff, Alberta today.

By Vimal Sivakumar

How immigration shaped Canada’s 2022 FIFA World Cup team headed to Qatar Canada’s 2022 Men’s World Cup team potently mirrors the diversity of the country it is set to represent in Qatar.

Tomorrow, Canada will be making its second-ever FIFA World Cup appearance, the country’s first in 36 years.

By Vimal Sivakumar

How does IRCC view my country? IRCC’s recent release of its objectives in Asia and the Americas helps illuminate Canada’s strategy towards countries in the region, especially in terms of immigration.

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently released their strategic plan for Asia and the Americas. IRCC has collaboration aims for countries in both regions, hoping to drive better immigration to Canada, increase collaboration with governments in these regions (particularly around the economy, and aid for refugees and asylum seekers), and promote Canada’s immigration pathways […]

By Asheesh Moosapeta

Canada’s Armed Forces is now allowing permanent residents to join the military The military is making major change to its recruitment policy.

Last week, Canada’s armed forces created an Instagram post announcing that permanent residents will soon be eligible to join Canada’s Armed Forces (CAF). The post came week before Remembrance Day, which is today.

By Edana Robitaille