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The PAIE program for newcomer job seekers in the environment sector

December 1, 2024

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The Professional Access Into Employment (PAIE) program is designed to help internationally educated job seekers with backgrounds in engineering, environmental science, geoscience, planning, and other environmental professions gain access to employment opportunities in Ontario’s local labour market. This environmental bridging program for immigrants is delivered mostly virtually and provides all services to eligible residents of […]

Settlement

Your questions answered: Living and working in Canada as an immigrant

November 29, 2024

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If you’re applying for Canadian immigration or arriving here soon, this article answers some pertinent questions about living and working in Canada. From accessing free services to help you settle in, to applying for jobs, there’s lots to know so read on! Are there websites/services that provide advice on living and working in Canada, based […]

Changes to international student program – Canada

International Student Corner

Want to study in Canada? Know about the recent updates for international students

November 9, 2024

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Over the last month or so, Canada has made many changes to its International Student Program, which impacts the futures of those who want to come here to study. This article contains some of the latest updates for international students coming to Canada. With so many people from overseas looking at Canada as a destination […]

Immigration

Note changes in Canadian tourist visa rules if your loved ones are planning to visit you

November 6, 2024

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The federal government has announced changes to rules concerning Canadian tourist visas issued to visitors, which could make it harder for friends and family who want to visit students and economic migrants in the country. While multiple-entry tourist visas are normally valid for a span of 10 years, the final decision on the duration of […]

Success Stories

New anthology features immigrant stories, including the origins of New Canadians

November 5, 2024

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A new anthology, Old Roots, New Shoots, by the Immigrant Writers Association, brings together stories of resilience, creativity, and achievement from immigrants across Canada—each with unique perspectives on building a new life in a new land. Twelve writers explore their unique narrative of starting afresh, blending past experiences with hopes for the future. Among these […]

Immigration

Canada launches temporary and permanent residency pathways for Lebanese and Sudanese nationals

October 31, 2024

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Owing to the conflicts in their home countries that prevent them from going back home, temporary and permanent residency pathways for Lebanese and Sudanese nationals in Canada have been introduced by the federal government. Temporary residency measures Temporary residency pathways for Lebanese and Sudanese nationals include applying for an open work permit, a study permit, […]

Immigration

Canada lowers immigration targets in its 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan

October 24, 2024

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Canada has announced the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan and the focus is on reducing permanent resident (PR) targets. Compared to last year’s plan, the target has been lowered from 500,000 permanent residents to 395,000 in 2025, and from 500,000 PRs to 380,000 for 2026. Lastly for 2027, Canada has set a target of 365,000 permanent […]

Settlement

Canada announces financial aid for Gazans arriving in the country

October 16, 2024

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Canada has announced that Gazans in Canada who arrived under a special measure offering them temporary residency, provided they have extended family in Canada, will receive funding for their basic needs, such as food, clothing, and housing, as they settle into communities across the country and prepare to find work. “We remain deeply committed to […]

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Fluent success: French classes have enhanced Alexandre’s life in Canada

October 15, 2024

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Alexandre Maciel and his family came to Canada intending to return to Brazil in two years, but the pandemic changed that. Now that his stay has become permanent, Alexandre has signed up for French classes in Canada with Collège Boréal. His CLIC Adapté classes have helped him understand things that are essential for career growth […]

International Student Corner

International students must meet Canada’s new PGWP requirements starting Nov 1, 2024

October 8, 2024

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Canada has announced new changes to its Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility criteria to ensure that international students help kill critical shortages in the country’s labour market, and do not clog sectors where there is already an adequate number or oversupply for skilled workers. This article enumerates the changes to PGWP program eligibility for international […]

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