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In a significant move that’s stirring nationwide debate, Quebec has officially passed Bill 84, introducing a new model for immigration integration that departs from Canada’s multiculturalism. The province will now follow an interculturalism approach, with the goal of reinforcing a unified social contract rooted in Quebec’s distinct cultural values. Jean-François Roberge, Quebec’s Minister for the…
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Pictou County, Nova Scotia, is stepping forward with a fresh approach to building a stronger local workforce. Through the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), the region is opening doors for skilled newcomers to settle in rural Canada, while helping local employers address growing labour shortages. This initiative offers a permanent residency pathway and supports both…
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Starting June 1, 2025, British Columbia will officially have the highest minimum wage in Canada. The general hourly rate will rise from $17.40 to $17.85, marking a modest 2.6% increase. While this change aims to support low-income workers amid rising inflation, the conversation has quickly shifted toward a deeper issue—affordability in one of Canada’s most…
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Last Updated On 4 June 2025, 2:43 PM EDT (Toronto Time) On June 4, 2025, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced its latest Express Entry draw of 2025 and second one this week. This round of invitations targeted Express Entry profiles with at least 6 months of experience in 37 eligible healthcare and social … Read more

Last Updated On 5 June 2025, 8:33 AM EDT (Toronto Time) In recent years, Canada’s immigration system has faced a growing challenge: the rise of “dummy work permit extensions” and this practice has now increased significantly. These applications, often filed by temporary foreign workers to exploit a loophole in the system, allow individuals to extend … Read more

Last Updated On 5 June 2025, 1:54 PM EDT (Toronto Time) On June 05, 2025, the Canadian government introduced Bill C-3, a transformative piece of legislation aimed at easing citizenship eligibility by descent rules. Announced by the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, this bill seeks to eliminate barriers for Canadians … Read more

On May 29, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its latest Express Entry draw, marking the first selection round under Canada’s new Immigration Minister. A total of 277 candidates received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stream. To qualify, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of…
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Canada continues to strengthen its ties with young professionals from around the world. In May 2025 alone, over 8,000 candidates were invited to apply for work permits under the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. This initiative offers foreign youth an opportunity to gain valuable work experience in Canada without needing a Labour Market Impact Assessment…
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