Canada surpasses U.S. as most attractive destination for foreign workers The COVID-19 pandemic was the main factor influencing foreign worker preferences. Canada has topped the U.S. as the most attractive destination for foreign workers, according to a report on global talent. By Mohanad Moetaz
Netflix to open an office in Canada Netflix announces its expansion in Canada and plans to launch new local projects over the next few weeks. U.S. streaming giant Netflix has announced that it will open a new head office in Canada. By Alexandra Miekus
Work permit options in Canadian video game industry Film, TV and video game production are thriving since reopening after COVID-related shutdowns. Video game production, as well as film and TV production, saw a major drop in revenue in 2020 in light of COVID-19 shutdowns. However, since reopening, these industries have been thriving. By Mohanad Moetaz
Canada opening more immigration pathways to Hong Kong residents ANALYSIS: There is already an open work permit option specifically tailored for Hongkongers, and more immigration initiatives are on the way. Canada has announced the creation of several immigration pathways designed specifically for Hongkongers, in response to the serious immigration shortfall that COVID-19 caused in 2020. By Michael Schwartz
Quebec updates list of targeted occupations for facilitated LMIA process In Quebec, employers may be exempt from the requirement to include proof of recruitment efforts when hiring temporary foreign workers in a number of occupations. Quebec has released the new list of occupations eligible under the facilitated Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process. By Alexandra Miekus
Canada launching new work permit for Hong Kong graduates, skilled workers The open work permit is the first of the new immigration measures becoming available to Hongkongers this year. Hong Kong residents will be able to apply for a new Canadian open work permit starting February 8. By Shelby Thevenot
Most Canadians support permanent immigration pathways for temporary foreign workers The majority of Canadians agree that temporary immigrants are essential to the agricultural sector. The majority of Canadians want to see temporary workers in the agricultural sector become permanent residents, according to a new survey. By Shelby Thevenot
Temporary residents now have until summer 2021 to restore their status Foreign national workers, students and visitors now have until August 31 to apply to restore their residency status. The Canadian immigration department is giving temporary residents another chance to extend their stay in Canada. By Shelby Thevenot
British Nationals will remain under CETA until December 31, 2020 Starting January 1, 2021, British Nationals will no longer be eligible for LMIA exemptions under CETA. British citizens who were exempt from needing a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) will now need to get one if they wish to work in Canada starting January 1, 2021. By Mohanad Moetaz
