On May 8, 2024, Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) approved Manitoba’s request to extend temporary resident status for potential nominees under the province’s Provincial Nominee Program. This mainly applies to post-graduation work permit holders under the Manitoba Skilled Worker Provincial Nominee Program whose work permits expire in 2024. This measure will allow 6,700 temporary […]
On May 7, 2024, the Government of Canada introduced a new policy allowing Hong Kong permanent residence applicants to extend their status and obtain an open work permit while awaiting a decision on their permanent residence applications. Starting May 27, 2024, open work permits will be available to applicants under Stream A (in-Canada graduates) or […]
Hey there, HR trailblazers! As we leap into the ever-evolving landscape of Human Resources, it’s crucial to keep our compasses calibrated to the latest technology trends. From streamlining recruitment processes to enhancing employee engagement, HR tech is our trusty sidekick on this journey toward a more efficient and people-centric workplace. First on our radar is […]
On May 2, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the government is improving the online processing times tool for applications, including Canadian Experience Class, Provincial Nominees Program, Federal Skilled Workers, Quebec Skilled Workers, citizenship grants, and spouse or common-law partner living inside or outside Canada, and parents or grandparents. The improved tool offers […]
On April 29, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the data on immigration inventories and backlogs. According to the last update, there were 2,212,000 applications for permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship approvals in all IRCC inventories. According to the update, 40.3% of applications in the inventory exceeded service standards. IRCC aims to […]
Canada saw a slight increase in new permanent residents under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) in February compared to January, but overall performance this year has been slow. Data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows that 3,735 new permanent residents arrived through the PGP in the first two months, 13.9% fewer than […]
Start-up Visa (SUV) entrepreneur immigration to Canada slowed in February, with a 14.3% drop in new permanent residents from January, aligning with the overall decline in Canadian immigration. However, despite this dip, the numbers were significantly higher than the same period last year. For instance, Canada welcomed 490 immigrant entrepreneurs via the SUV in January, […]
As of April 17, 2024, the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program (NSPNP) has temporarily stopped accepting new applications in the Accommodation and Food Services sector. The NSPNP, which offers opportunities for workers in this industry to move to the province through various streams like the Skilled Worker, Nova Scotia Experience: Express Entry, and Occupations in […]
On April 16, 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 39 […]
In the realm of Human Resources, managing underperforming employees can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences. Instead of resorting to punitive measures or hastily making staffing decisions, HR professionals can utilize Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to help employees grow and improve. An IDP is a tailored roadmap that identifies an employee’s strengths, […]
