On June 03, 2024, the Government of Canada announced several changes to the Agri-Food Pilot to better align it with other permanent economic programs. These changes include starting the validity period of language test results from the test report date and excluding real property or investments as proof of settlement funds. The language proficiency requirements […]
The government of Yukon has announced a temporary pause in accepting Whitehorse-based applications for the Yukon Nominee Program. This measure is intended to streamline efforts in processing existing applications. However, the program will continue to accept applications for nominees in rural Yukon communities. The temporary suspension of applications from Whitehorse is a proactive step to […]
In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable business environment, resilience has become a key attribute for both employees and organizations. For Canadian HR professionals, fostering a resilient workforce is not just about weathering the storm but thriving in it. This blog post explores practical strategies to build resilience within your team, ensuring long-term success and well-being. One […]
On May 28, 2024, the Government of British Columbia held new invitation draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) and issued invitations to apply to skilled candidates in the general draw and to candidates with work experience in healthcare, childcare, construction and veterinary care occupations. In the general draw, the province invited 35 […]
On May 27, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the data on immigration inventories and backlogs. According to the last update, there were 2,220,200 applications for permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship approvals in all IRCC inventories. According to the update, 44.4% of applications in the inventory exceeded service standards. IRCC aims to […]
Starting May 27, 2024, the Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot has become a permanent stream of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP). This initiative is a part of StrongerBC – a commitment towards strengthening the regional communities and boosting their economies. Entrepreneurs interested in establishing their businesses in the rural, interior, and coastal parts of […]
Every year, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) carefully determines the total number of Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates that each province can nominate annually. On May 22, 2024, Alberta published an update on the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) nomination certificate limits. In 2023, the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AAIP) issued 10,029 nomination certificates, […]
In the fast-paced world of HR, we’re constantly looking for strategies to keep employees engaged, motivated, and happy. One of the most powerful yet often overlooked tools in our arsenal is the simple act of recognition. Creating a culture of recognition in the workplace can transform not just individual morale, but the entire organizational dynamic. […]
On May 14, 2024, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under various streams. Based on statistics from all processing centres, this update provides a view of the current average LMIA processing times. It’s important to note that the processing times have increased for […]
Ontario’s PAL allocation heavily favours colleges over universities, securing 84% of the share, leaving universities with only 16%. Seneca College leads with 20,388 allocations, while larger institutions like the University of Toronto and York University receive significantly fewer (around 6,356 and 5,032, respectively). Concerns arise over this approach’s impact on international education trends, with experts […]
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