Saskatchewan introduces two new PNP pathways for newcomers

Saskatchewan introduces two new PNP pathways for newcomers in healthcare and agriculture professions. The province’s Immigration and Career Training Minister, Jeremy Harrison, stated that the new pathways are another way the province is aligning its immigration program with current immigration needs.  He further stated that with labor shortages reported across the nation, creating new provincial […]

IRCC Introduces Open Work Permit Options For PNP Applicants

IRCC introduces open work permit options for PNP applicants. The public policy will enable eligible newcomers to obtain an open work permit (OWP), a valid work permit, or a work permit that expires on or after May 7. These individuals must also possess a support letter from the province or territory where they reside.  This […]

The State Of The Express Entry Pool As Of September 2024

After a busy August and a historic number of draws throughout July, Canada’s Express Entry system has seen changes in the composition of the applicant pool and in the newcomers who have obtained Invitations To Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. Today, we will discuss the state of the Express Entry pool as of September 2024. […]

How Many Hours International Students Can Work In Canada?

How many hours international students can work in Canada? Well, international students will be allowed to work up to 24 hours per week off-campus, an increase from the present limit of 24 hours.  Immigration Minister Marc Miller declared the change in April, stating that the new 24-hour cap’ strikes the appropriate balance so students have […]

A Checklist For International Students Studying In Canada

Moving to a new nation can be exciting and overwhelming, specifically when taking on the responsibilities of a student at the same time. This is why, here’s a checklist for international students studying in Canada.  Getting Started Regional Tenant Regulations  From requiring written notice to inspect a property to maintenance time frames and eviction notices, […]

Rural And Northern Immigration Pilot Program Is Now Closed

The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Program is now closed. The deadline for communities to recommend applicants to IRCC was July 31. August 31 was the last date on which recommended applicants could have submitted a permanent residency application to IRCC.  RNIP was launched in August 2022 to encourage newcomers to settle in remote regions […]

Three Canadian Provinces Invite Applicants In Latest PNP Draws

Three Canadian provinces invite applicants in latest PNP draws. Immigration is a shared responsibility between IRCC and the provincial governments. All territories and provinces operate their own PNPs except Quebec and Nunavut. Quebec has a separate agreement with the federal government that allows for total autonomy over the selection of its economic immigrants.  Every government […]

Biggest Strategies To Reduce Canadian Income Taxes

newcomer entry wage growth outstrips Canadian wage growth

Buying a property or business in Canada? If so, then you must know about the biggest strategies to reduce Canadian income taxes.  Many newcomers will be residents of Canada for tax purposes. They will have a Social Insurance Number and will have to file income taxes with the Canada Revenue Agency annually. Read on to […]

How To Extend Your Visitor Status In Canada?

Canada will no longer process work permit applications for people with visitor status. Some individuals might wonder what alternatives remain. So, here’s how to extend your visitor status in Canada. Until August 28, visitors to Canada had the option to apply for work permits from within Canada as part of a temporary measure brought in […]