Visitors in Canada continue to have access to work permits IRCC announced the extension of a temporary policy introduced a year ago to help employers find workers and allow temporary residents to enter the workforce. Canada announced that it is extending until February 28, 2022, a coronavirus-related measure allowing visitors to obtain work permits. By Alexandra Miekus
Canada recovers 90,000 jobs in August Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey suggests Canada's economy is continuing on an upward trajectory. The number of people employed in Canada almost caught up to pre-pandemic levels in August, according to the newest Labour Force Survey. By Shelby Thevenot
9 Manitoba jobs that are in demand due to COVID-19 The pandemic has caused certain Manitoba occupations to be more in-demand than others. A Canadian government study highlights some occupations that have increased in demand in Manitoba because of the pandemic. By Mohanad Moetaz
Canada had 815,800 job vacancies in June Statistics Canada's latest job vacancy report suggests job openings were driven by the accommodation and food services sector. This past June, there was a spike in job openings in accommodation and food services in Canada. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada is allowing some Working Holiday Visa holders to extend their visas Working Holiday Visas may be eligible for a 12 month extension. Working Holiday Visa holders whose travel was interrupted by the pandemic are getting one last chance to come to Canada. By Shelby Thevenot
9 jobs that are in demand in Saskatchewan due to COVID-19 The pandemic has increased demand in certain occupations in Saskatchewan. A Canadian government study about how the pandemic is affecting the labour in each province, highlights some occupations that increased in demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Saskatchewan. By Mohanad Moetaz
Canada’s economy recovers 94,000 jobs in July Statistics Canada finds immigrant participation in the labour market is approaching 2019 levels. Canada’s economy was a little closer to pre-pandemic levels last month. By Shelby Thevenot
Quebec announces deals to help hire and retain temporary foreign workers Quebec becomes the first Canadian province to sign an agreement with Ottawa to help address ongoing labour shortages. Canada’s government is implementing measures to make it easier to hire temporary workers in Quebec, the province announced today. By Alexandra Miekus
Québec conclut des ententes pour faciliter l’embauche et la rétention des travailleurs étrangers Le Québec devient la première province canadienne à signer un accord avec Ottawa dans le but de remédier aux pénuries de main-d'œuvre actuelles. Le gouvernement du Canada adopte des mesures pour faciliter l’embauche de travailleurs temporaires au Québec, a annoncé aujourd’hui la province. By Alexandra Miekus
