Lost Your Job on a Closed Work Permit in Canada? Here’s What to Do Next Losing your job is stressful enough—but if you’re a temporary foreign worker in Canada on a closed (employer-specific) work permit, it can be downright overwhelming. You might be wondering: Can I stay in Canada? Can I work somewhere else? What … Read more
Newfoundland and Labrador Issues 150 Invitations in Latest Immigration Draw Newfoundland and Labrador continues to welcome skilled newcomers through its immigration programs, even as the number of invitations issued in the latest draw sees a noticeable dip. On July 29, the province hosted its sixth provincial immigration draw of 2025, inviting candidates under both the … Read more
Alberta PNP Draw Targets Construction Workers in Latest Express Entry Selection Key Highlights On July 25, Alberta issued 39 invitations under the Alberta Express Entry Stream. This draw specifically targeted foreign nationals with experience in construction occupations. Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 66. There are still 1,741 provincial nomination spaces … Read more
West Kootenay RCIP: Designated Employers List and How to Qualify for Permanent Residency For skilled workers dreaming of making Canada their permanent home, there’s some exciting news out of beautiful British Columbia. The West Kootenay region has just released its list of designated employers under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), opening new doors for … Read more
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP): Updated Settlement Funds Requirement for 2025 Starting July 29, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced an increase in the minimum settlement funds required for newcomers applying through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). If you’re planning to start a new life in one of Canada’s beautiful Atlantic provinces, it’s … Read more
How to Handle Medical Inadmissibility When Sponsoring Parents or Grandparents to Canada If you’re planning to sponsor your parents or grandparents to come live with you in Canada, you’re likely already familiar with the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) and the super visa option. But what happens if your loved one has a health condition … Read more
IRCC Now Adding Officer Decision Notes to Refused Canadian Visa Applications Getting a visa refusal can feel like hitting a wall—especially when you’re left wondering why your application didn’t make the cut. But there’s some positive news on the immigration front. As of July 29, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has started including … Read more
How Long Can You Work in Canada on an LMIA-Based Work Permit? If you’re planning to work in Canada through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), you’re probably wondering how long you’re allowed to stay and work here. Many people assume that the validity of their employer’s LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) determines the length … Read more
How EU Citizens Can Get an LMIA-Exempt Work Permit to Work in Canada If you’re a citizen of the European Union and dreaming of working in Canada, there’s good news: you may have a faster, simpler path to a Canadian work permit thanks to the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). This agreement … Read more
Quebec Issues First Invitations Under New Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) On July 17, 2025, Quebec officially reopened its doors to skilled immigrants by issuing the first invitations under its revamped immigration pathway — the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). After months on pause, this fresh round of invitations is a significant step forward for … Read more