The Trudeau government is considering allocating hundreds of millions of dollars to enhance security at the Canada-U.S. border in response to concerns raised by Donald Trump. This move aims to prevent his threat of imposing 25% tariffs. Sources told Radio-Canada that the total amount could exceed $1 billion. Although the plan is still...
In 2025, Canada plans to launch new pathways to permanent residence, creating fresh opportunities for eligible foreign nationals to achieve their immigration goals. Let’s explore the pathways set to roll out in 2025: Pathway Whom it is for Enhanced Caregiver Pilot Programs (2) Home care professionals, including home child care providers and home...
In a report released on December 9, 2024, Statistics Canada revealed that newcomer entry wages have grown significantly, even as real wages for Canadians have declined. The report focused on the real median entry wages of immigrants one year after arriving in Canada, comparing data from 2021 and 2022. Over this period, newcomer...
Canada is a popular destination for international students, known for its welcoming atmosphere and world-class education. To make higher education more affordable, Canada offers various scholarships to help students from all over the world. Despite recent limits on the number of international students allowed to receive study permits, Canada continues to provide opportunities...
The citizenship test is a crucial step in your journey to becoming a Canadian citizen. This test assesses your understanding of Canada’s history, geography, economy, government, laws, and national symbols. In this guide, we’ll cover: How is the Canadian citizenship test administered? The Canadian citizenship test can be taken in either English or...
Randstad Canada has released its 2025 salary guide, offering valuable insights into salary trends and highlighting the professions likely to see the most significant pay increases. The report covers over 1,000 industries across Canada and provides detailed salary data for entry-level, mid-level, and senior-level roles nationwide. If you’re aiming to thrive in the...
Canada remains a preferred destination for immigrants worldwide, making it essential to stay informed about the current processing times for various immigration applications. Whether you’re pursuing citizenship, renewing a PR card, or applying for temporary residency, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) frequently updates processing times to reflect their workload and efficiency. Here’s...
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have extended additional invitations to apply (ITAs) in a recent Express Entry draw. In this category-based selection, 800 ITAs were issued to candidates with French-language skills. To be eligible, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 466. This draw marks the second selection in...
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has held another Express Entry draw, issuing 676 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To be eligible for this draw, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 705. This draw comes after a busy November, during which six Express Entry...
Starting December 1, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced higher fees for various temporary resident applications. The increases, which range from 2.80% to 4.69%, will affect those applying to restore their temporary resident status, re-enter Canada after being deemed inadmissible, or obtain temporary resident permits. Higher Fees Introduced for Temporary...
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