Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has introduced reforms to the International Student Program to ensure integrity and protect students from fraud. Minister Marc Miller...
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Changes to the Start-up Visa and Self-Employed Persons programs to help reduce backlogs and improve processing times
Canada is implementing changes to its federal business immigration programs to reduce processing times and application backlogs, effective April 30, 2024. The Start-up Visa...
Ontario Supporting Women at Work
The Ontario government is introducing the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024, extending previous measures to support workers. Notable provisions include requiring menstrual...
Ontario Building Better, More Modern Hospital for Etobicoke and Mississauga
The Ontario government is investing in healthcare infrastructure to improve access to care for residents in Etobicoke and Peel Region by supporting the construction of the new...
Ontario Raising Minimum Wage to Support Workers
The Ontario government has announced an increase in the minimum wage from $16.55 per hour to $17.20, effective October 1, 2024. This 3.9% annualized wage increase, based on the...
Canada announces new immigration pilots to support rural and Francophone minority communities, will create a permanent program
The Canadian government recognizes the importance of rural and Francophone minority communities in the country's long-term growth. To support these communities, new immigration...
Canada announces the launch of the Canada–Finland Youth Mobility Agreement
Canada and Finland have activated the Canada–Finland Youth Mobility Agreement, allowing Canadians and Finns aged 18 to 35 to work and travel in each other’s countries through...
Updated travel information for Mexican citizens coming to Canada
Canada and Mexico have enjoyed a strong diplomatic partnership for the past 80 years, focusing on enhancing North America's competitiveness and fostering bilateral cooperation....
Canada continues efforts to welcome French-speaking skilled newcomers
The Canadian government recognizes the importance of Francophone immigration in enhancing national identity, boosting the economy, and addressing labor shortages. To this end,...
Canada opens new visa application centre in Portugal
Canada acknowledges the vital role of immigration in its long-term prosperity, recognizing newcomers and visitors as contributors to economic growth and community vitality....