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CIC News New data suggests growing demand for temporary foreign workers in several Canadian industries Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) reports that the number of people approved to work as temporary foreign workers (TFWs) in Canada has doubled compared to five years ago. According to publicly available ESDC data, in 2023, employers were cleared…
CIC News How fast will IRCC process my temporary residence application in 2024? Foreign nationals seek temporary residence (TR) in Canada for many reasons, including to work, study, or visit the country. Although there are varying eligibility criteria and requirements for each TR pathway to Canada, many foreign nationals are keen to find out how…
CIC News How do I replace a lost, stolen or destroyed Canadian immigration document? Replacing a lost, stolen or destroyed immigration document requires Canadian newcomers to submit an application for a Verification of Status or Replacement of an Immigration Document. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has a specific process for replacing immigration documents that…
CIC News Why your study or work permit may only be valid for part of your program or employment contract Considering the importance of permit validity and expiration for all newcomers to Canada, this article will help foreign nationals understand why the permit they receive may not be valid for the full length of their…
CIC News Study: Newcomers who use social media before arriving in Canada are more likely to find skilled work According to a study conducted by Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) in 2023, 65% of surveyed “pre-arrival newcomers” used social media for job prospects before coming to Canada. Speaking to the general benefits of utilizing social media…
CIC News IRCC application backlog slowly shrinking despite higher number of applications The most recent data from Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows a backlog of 802,600 applications out of a total 2,274,600 as of July 31. Compared to the last update on May 31, the numbers indicate that the backlog is shrinking. In…
CIC News How to come to Quebec as a skilled worker Quebec has a unique status in Canada, with specific provisions and powers in place to protect its distinct culture and language. Although the Canadian Constitution states that immigration falls under both federal and provincial power, Quebec has more immigration authority than any other province.…
CIC News What are my rights as a Temporary Foreign Worker in Canada? Canada’s human rights policies are expansive, even extending to foreign nationals who have temporarily come to work in the country. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm Under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), and the International…
CIC News Canada introduces strengthened protections for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) alongside Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced amendments to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations concerning Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs). In all there are 13 amendments designed to strengthen protections for TFWs and enhance the…
CIC News How to get a work permit as a TV and Film Production worker Television and film production companies can bring workers to Canada through the TV and Film Production Work Permit Category if they can demonstrate that the work to be performed by the foreign worker is essential to production. If you submit…