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Extended: Open Work Permit for Foreign Workers

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Extended: Open Work Permit for Foreign Workers

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended its Open Work Permit (OWP) policy for foreign workers who have a support letter from one of the following three Canadian provinces: Alberta (Alberta Advantage Immigration Program AAIP), Manitoba (Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program MPNP), and Yukon (Yukon Nominee Program YNP). Initially introduced last year, the policy was supposed […]

Jan 28, 2025 Read More →
Canada's New Immigration Program (2025): REDI Pilot

Canadian Permanent Residence

Canada’s New Immigration Program (2025): REDI Pilot

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has introduced the new Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot program. This program specifically targets labour shortages in Ontario’s rural and northern regions by attracting skilled foreign workers to live and work in these areas. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) works in collaboration with Immigration, Refugees and […]

Jan 22, 2025 Read More →
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program: New Expression of Interest (EOI) System for Worker Stream

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Alberta Advantage Immigration Program: New Expression of Interest (EOI) System for Worker Stream

The province of Alberta has created a new stream for express entry applicants. The new Expression of Interest (EOI) system requires candidates to submit a Worker EOI before receiving an invitation to apply to one of the four AAIP worker streams. As stated on the government of Alberta’s website, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) […]

Nov 4, 2024 Read More →
What Canada’s Record-Low Unemployment Means for Immigration

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What Canada’s Record-Low Unemployment Means for Immigration

According to a recent Statistics Canada report, Canada’s unemployment rate hit a record low at 5.1%. As the Canadian economy exceeds pre-pandemic growth, employers look abroad to help keep up with demand. More work permits issued As Canadian employers continue to face labour shortages, the government is issuing more and more employer-specific work permits. According […]

Jun 14, 2022 Read More →
How Canada Will Use Immigration to Help Fill over 1 Million Job Vacancies

How Canada Will Use Immigration to Help Fill over 1 Million Job Vacancies

A recent Statistics Canada report reveals Canada’s labour shortage is hitting an all-time high with over 1 million vacancies. As Canada’s post-pandemic economy continues to grow, immigration is more important now than ever. The Canadian economy has recovered from the global health pandemic. Canada’s GDP now exceeds pre-pandemic levels, and 115% of jobs lost during […]

Jun 2, 2022 Read More →