More U.S. film productions moving to Canada Despite COVID-19, which has had an impact on virtually every aspect of the entertainment industry, Canada is experiencing a sharp increase in entertainment activity due to U.S. film productions choosing to relocate. Industry insiders say a growing number of major American productions are relocating to Canada. By Alexandra Miekus
Visitors can now apply for work permits from within Canada The new temporary policy will benefit temporary residents with job offers and Canadian employers, IRCC says. International visitors who are currently in Canada with a job offer can now apply for a work permit without having to leave the country. By Shelby Thevenot
Spousal open work permit pilot to become permanent The pilot that has allowed foreign spouses and common-law partners to work in Canada is going to be a permanent program. Canada is making the Open Work Permit Pilot (OWPP) a permanent program, so the spouses and common-law partners of Canadians can continue to work while waiting on their permanent resident status. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada’s employment growth rate in 2017 was fastest in a decade Tech among sectors with quickest payroll growth last year, says Statistics Canada's annual labour market review Employment in Canada’s tech and health sectors grew significantly in 2017, part of an overall trend that saw total employment grow at its quickest rate in a decade. By Stephen Smith
