Quebec skilled workers now eligible for Bridging Open Work Permit Quebec skilled worker applicants in Canada can now obtain a BOWP for an initial duration of 24 months. As of August 31, 2021, temporary foreign workers who reside in Quebec and have been selected by Quebec as skilled workers, are eligible, under certain conditions, to apply for a Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP). By Kareem El-Assal
FAQ: How immigrants can vote in the Canadian election A guide to voting in the 2021 election for Canadian citizens anywhere in the world. Canadians will take to the polls on September 20, some for the first time. By Shelby Thevenot
Election 2021: Polls say Conservatives are leading Early poll results show Canadians are favouring Conservatives over Liberals. Three weeks after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called an election, his party has fallen behind the official opposition. Although the Liberals were in the lead when Trudeau initially called the election, the Conservatives, led by Erin O’Toole, have been in the lead since last week. Trudeau’s national approval rates have been steadily dropping since the […] By Shelby Thevenot
What influences the electoral participation of immigrant voters? ANALYSIS: The participation of immigrants in Canada's democracy increases as they spend more time in the country. With Canada holding an election on September 20, the federal parties are currently campaigning to win as many votes as possible, including from immigrant voters. By Kareem El-Assal
How to vote from outside Canada You can still exercise your constitutional right even if you are not in the country. Canadian citizens who are abroad this election season can still vote by mail before September 14. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada offers free settlement services but many immigrants do not know about them A recent government survey found that even among immigrants who do know about settlement services, about a quarter do not know how to access them. Canada’s government-funded settlement services have so far been proven to help the majority of the newcomers they serve, yet many do not know how to benefit from them. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada election 2021: An overview of key issues for immigrant voters ANALYSIS: The September 20 election is arguably one of the most important in Canadian history. On September 20, Canadian citizens will have the opportunity to vote in a new government. By Kareem El-Assal
Lifeline Afghanistan launches to help Canada reach new refugee goal A new non-partisan group of Canadians is coming together to support Afghan refugees. A new organization has just launched to help Canada achieve its goal of resettling 20,000 Afghan refugees. By Kareem El-Assal
How Canada’s electoral system works A guide to Canadian elections for first-time and future voters. On September 20, 2021, Canada will hold a federal election. Anyone who is a Canadian citizen and age 18 or over on election day can run or vote for the House of Commons. By Michael Schwartz