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How CSQ holders can extend their stay in Canada Steps Quebec newcomers can take to extend their work permits while waiting on a decision from Immigration Canada.

Foreign nationals selected by Quebec under its Regular Skilled Worker Program and its Quebec Experience Program who currently reside in the province may be able to have their work permits extended without needing a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).

By Daniel Levy

IRCC extends Interim Authorization to Work policy for TRVs in Canada until February 2023 Visitors in Canada can apply for a work permit and request Interim Authorization to Work if they held a valid work permit in the last 12 months.

Canada has extended temporary COVID-19 measures for another year for eligible Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) holders who are in Canada and want to apply for a work permit supported by a job offer without leaving the country. These pandemic measures, originally introduced in August 2020, will now be in effect until February 28, 2023.

By Shelby Thevenot

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

Visitors have more time to apply for work permits within Canada IRCC has renewed a temporary measure to allow visitor visa holders with job offers to stay in Canada and start working before their work permit gets approved.

Canada is extending a 2020 coronavirus-related measure to allow temporary residents with job offers to apply for their work permits without leaving the country.

By Shelby Thevenot

Ottawa immigrants more impacted by COVID-19 Infection rate among immigrants and racialized communities high, as they face higher risk of exposure.

Immigrants and racialized communities in Ottawa are at a higher risk of exposure to COVID-19, according to a new report.

By Mohanad Moetaz