Unemployment in Canada climbed to 7.0% in May 2025, the highest level since 2016 (excluding the pandemic years), as job creation slowed to a crawl with only 8,800 new jobs added. According to Statistics Canada’s Labour Force Survey, released June 6, employment growth was essentially flat, marking the second consecutive month of stagnation....
Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released new processing time updates, effective April 1, 2025, showcasing faster timelines for visas, permanent residency (PR), and citizenship applications. Whether you’re applying for a Canadian visa, PR, or citizenship, these updates could impact your plans. Here’s a breakdown of the latest IRCC processing times...
Mark Carney, the globally acclaimed economist and former central banker, is set to replace Justin Trudeau as Canada’s next prime minister. Carney triumphed in the Liberal Party leadership contest with an overwhelming 86% of the vote, positioning him as the prime minister-designate following Trudeau’s resignation. Trudeau’s shock departure on January 6, 2025, after...
Starting February 18, 2025, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has temporarily paused the acceptance of new Job Approval Forms (JAFs). This means that foreign nationals and employers who have not yet submitted a JAF will no longer be able to pursue provincial nominations through the SINP’s job offer-based streams. At this time,...
Canada’s immigration landscape is constantly evolving, and staying updated on the latest IRCC processing times is crucial for anyone planning to relocate to this vibrant country. This comprehensive guide provides you with the most recent IRCC processing times as of February 18, 2025, giving you insights into what to expect when applying for...
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has issued invitations to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in its first draw of 2025. Candidates were invited based on their professional skills, experience, and/or ties to Alberta. Additionally, New Brunswick has provided an update on its application processing through the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP)...
In an exclusive interview on February 13, 2025, Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre unveiled a bold vision for Canada’s immigration policy, drawing clear parallels to the era of former Prime Minister Stephen Harper. For those unfamiliar, Stephen Harper served as Canada’s 22nd Prime Minister from 2006 to 2015. Poilievre’s proposal seeks to reduce...
Filing your taxes on time is one of the most important responsibilities for taxpayers in Canada. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) enforces strict tax deadlines for submissions and payments. Missing these deadlines can result in penalties and interest charges, while filing early ensures you receive any applicable refunds sooner. To make tax season...
In an unexpected turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to delay planned tariffs against Canada for 30 days, following a series of commitments from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to improve border security. This decision temporarily diffuses the risk of a damaging trade war, providing both nations a chance to...
The International Experience Canada (IEC) program has revealed its quotas for issuing work permits in 2025. Under the IEC program, young people from countries with bilateral Youth Mobility Agreements (bYMAs) with Canada are eligible for Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)-exempt work permits, including open work permits (OWPs) available under the Working Holiday stream....
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