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Job growth in Canada exceeded expectations in November

CIC News Job growth in Canada exceeded expectations in November With employment soaring beyond predictions and unemployment dropping to near pre-pandemic levels, new labour force data suggest that Canada is on its way to a full economic recovery. This past November, Canadian employers added 154,000 jobs to the economy. Last month’s growth exceeded analysts’ predictions…

How will $10-per-day child care impact Canada’s immigrants?

CIC News How will $10-per-day child care impact Canada’s immigrants? In April 2021, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau outlined the goal of daycare costing an average of $10 per day across the country within the next five years. In pursuit of this goal, the federal government has committed to investing $30 billion over the next five…

Canada had more than 1 million job vacancies in September

CIC News Canada had more than 1 million job vacancies in September Canada’s economy continues to recover from the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new Statistics Canada report. A total of 91,100 people were added to payrolls across Canada in September, representing the fourth straight monthly increase. Payroll employment increased in eight provinces. Ontario led…

Canada to recognize more vaccines, will soon require international students and workers to be fully vaccinated

CIC News Canada to recognize more vaccines, will soon require international students and workers to be fully vaccinated Canada announced several new measures at the border that will begin to take effect at the end of the month. Starting November 30, Canada will expand the list of COVID-19 vaccines that travellers can receive to be…

Options to stay in Canada after your PGWP expires

CIC News Options to stay in Canada after your PGWP expires If you want to stay in Canada beyond your Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), there are a number of routes you can take depending on your goals and personal circumstances. The PGWP is a one-time deal, and there are no extensions. Generally, it lasts as…

Canadian immigration is making major changes to the NOC in 2022

CIC News Canadian immigration is making major changes to the NOC in 2022 Canada has introduced NOC 2021 and the immigration system will incorporate the changes in 2022. The National Occupational Classification (NOC) is a major part of Canada’s immigration system. Skilled worker candidates and temporary foreign workers need to demonstrate their work experience corresponds…

Immigrate to Canada without a job offer: Ontario PNP

CIC News Immigrate to Canada without a job offer: Ontario PNP Unlike many other countries in the world, Canada provides opportunities for foreigners to immigrate without first landing a job offer. Because the Canadian immigration system is highly versatile and dynamic, there are several immigration avenues available to those who have not yet found a…

Graphic designers now among film and TV workers who can get expedited work permits

CIC News Graphic designers now among film and TV workers who can get expedited work permits If you are a graphic designer working on a live-action film or TV show, coming to Canada just became easier. Canada recognizes the value film and TV production contributes to the national economy. IRCC is making it simpler for…

Canada had a record number of job vacancies in Q2 2021

CIC News Canada had a record number of job vacancies in Q2 2021 Canada’s job vacancy rate in the second quarter of 2021 was the highest on record, according to Statistics Canada’s quarterly job vacancies report. The job vacancy rate represents the number of vacant positions as a portion of all available jobs, both vacant…

New Brunswick jobs that are in demand due to COVID-19

CIC News New Brunswick jobs that are in demand due to COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our work. Some of us had to transition to working from home, and others lost their jobs or saw their hours reduced because of public health measures in place. The Canadian government released a study about how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the labour market in New Brunswick. While…