Newcomers who immigrate to Canada through an Express Entry-managed program often see a rapid increase in their median employment income during their first five years in Canada. This is according to the 2023 Year-End Express Entry report. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) included data that shows the median income of newcomers through an Express Entry managed […]
Housing has become a key issue for Canadians in 2024, with much attention given to the impact that changing interest rates, population increases, natural emigration patterns, and other factors have had on housing costs. After compiling a guide on rental costs across Canada in 2024, CIC News has prepared the following guide on the costs […]
Through online public opinion surveys, the Angus Reid Forum provides Canadian newcomers with a way to share their perspectives on life in Canada. Some topics explored by Angus Reid surveys include social issues, food, housing, and public transportation. Angus Reid wants your opinion The Angus Reid Forum is your chance to tell Canada’s key decision-makers […]
Are you new to Canada? Would you like to learn about personal lending products available for newcomers to take care of their evolving borrowing needs, while settling down? This webinar may be a great way to find out more. Join CanadaVisa and TD for a live and interactive online webinar, on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 11:00 AM EDT where […]
As a newcomer to Canada, understanding the local banking system might make it easier to manage your personal finances and credit requirements effectively. But where do you start? Sign up for the upcoming webinar: Personal Lending 101 – A Newcomer’s Guide to Borrowing and Building Credit in Canada and continue reading to learn more. Financial Planning: Managing […]
More than double the number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued in Express Entry draws in 2023 compared to 2022 according to the newly released Express Entry Year-End report for 2023. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 110,266 ITAs over 42 Express Entry draws between January 11 and December 21, 2023. This is a 136% increase over 2022’s 46,539. […]
Earlier this year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that it would not renew its temporary off-campus work hours measure. Since 2022, international students have been permitted to work unlimited hours throughout the academic year. The reintroduction of a cap on work hours throughout the academic year means that international students across Canada must now maximize their employment opportunities to […]
Summer has seen the resumption of foreign events in Canada, attracting visitors from around the world and covering everything from technology to agriculture. It is important for visitors to Canada understand exactly what entry requirements they should meet to participate in foreign events in different capacities. This article will outline entry requirements for foreign service […]
In a recent interview with news agency Reuters, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Marc Miller made several comments about a forthcoming “suite of measures” to further limit non-permanent resident (those on a study or work permit) levels Canada. According to Miller, forthcoming measures could “include changes to [Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs)] and enforcement.” “The era of uncapped programs to come […]
Work permits given to foreign nationals in Canada can be broken down into two categories: those that require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and those that do not. An LMIA is a document that some Canadian employers must obtain from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) before they hire a temporary foreign worker (TFW). This document proves that […]
