Quebec offers immigration pathway to “Guardian Angels” Quebec is thanking asylum seekers who have been on the front lines in helping the province during the coronavirus pandemic. Quebec is thanking its “guardian angels” by providing them with a pathway to permanent residence. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada immigration: Where you can now take an English test IELTS is now available in 89 countries while CELPIP is available in its 6 countries of operation. English language testing is now more readily available for those who want to submit a Canadian immigration application. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada regains 55% of jobs lost to coronavirus Canada’s economy is on the upswing for the third month in a row. Canada is seeing some economic recovery as coronavirus restrictions ease throughout the country. By Shelby Thevenot
Quebec resumes foreign worker recruitment campaigns The Québec government and its various partners are gradually resuming international recruitment efforts, including the Journées Québec (Québec Days), which bring together businesses seeking to hire international talent. Québec is holding online recruitment campaigns targeting foreign workers to help employers in the province fill labour shortages and support the province’s post-pandemic economic recovery. By Alexandra Miekus
Canada welcomed over 19,000 immigrants in June Canada’s immigration level in June was the highest since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Canada welcomed nearly 19,200 new permanent residents in June 2020. This was revealed in new Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) data released today. By Kareem El-Assal
What you need to know when coming to Canada from the U.S. Use this checklist before crossing the border. If you’re looking to come to Canada from the U.S., make sure you know what you need to do beforehand and which port of entries are currently open. By Mohanad Moetaz
What is a “tutor” and why are they exempt from travel restrictions? Many people associate “tutor” with academia, but Canada lists them under immediate family members who are exempt from travel restrictions. Canada has listed “tutors” as immediate family members, causing confusion for people who are only familiar with the word being used in academia. By Shelby Thevenot
Immigration counteracts effects of anticipated COVID-19 baby slump in Canada ANALYSIS: Coronavirus is expected to lower fertility rates in high-income countries, and raise fertility in low-income countries, according to a new scientific editorial. Canada will have to continue supporting immigration if coronavirus is going to lower already-declining fertility rates. By Shelby Thevenot
Express Entry: Canada holds rare federal skilled trades draw Canada has held just the 7th Federal Skilled Trades Program draw since Express Entry's launch in 2015. Canada has held its second Express Entry draw in two days. By Shelby Thevenot
