economy

Smaller cities attracting more immigrants A recent Ryerson University paper outlines the prospects for immigration in small and mid-sized Canadian cities.

Toronto, Montreal, Calgary and Vancouver are popular destinations for immigrants coming to Canada. However, it is Canada’s small to mid-sized cities that are starting to attract more immigrants from abroad.

By Mohanad Moetaz

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How to get a job in Canada as a newcomer New to Canada? You can start your job search online. Here are some tips to help you find the right job opportunity for you.

New job opportunities await!

By Scotiabank

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How to manage your finances as a newcomer New to Canada? Learn how you can fast track your financial success and settle in your new home.

If you’ve recently moved to Canada or plan to move here, you’ll need to get your Canadian finances in order.

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How you can prepare for and settle in Canada if you’re arriving during the pandemic CIC News and CanadaVisa.com are proud to partner with Scotiabank, Canada's leading bank for newcomers, to offer support and guidance during these unprecedented times and get your new life in Canada started right.

While moving to a new country can be both an exciting and somewhat stressful process on its own, moving during the pandemic comes with its own set of unique circumstances. With the right resources and planning, you will soon be able to successfully call the vibrant cities and stunning scenery in Canada your home.

By Scotiabank

How early Express Entry immigrants fared in the labour market: study IRCC study shows outcomes of immigrants over the first three years of the Express Entry system

Nearly all Express Entry immigrants found employment in the first year after landing, and, generally, outperformed immigrants who came through the previous application system.

By Shelby Thevenot

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

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