As of April 4, 2025, the Canadian government continues to enforce restrictions on processing Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) under the low-wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) in regions with unemployment rates of 6% or higher. This policy aims to prioritize employment opportunities for Canadian workers in…
Alberta, a province in western Canada, is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, including the majestic Rocky Mountains and vast prairies. As a significant contributor to Canada’s economy, Alberta boasts a robust energy sector, diverse industries, and vibrant cities like Calgary and Edmonton. The province offers a high standard of…
The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) offers the Tech Talent Pathway to attract skilled technology and innovation sector workers to the province. This pathway is available to candidates applying through both Express Entry and Non-Express Entry streams. Below is an overview of the eligibility criteria and application process for each…
The Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot: Home Support Stream (HCWP:HS) reached its application cap within hours of opening on March 31, 2025. The program closed at approximately 2:25 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on the same day. This swift closure underscores the high demand for this immigration pathway. The HCWP:HS…
Canada’s Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP) opened for applications on March 31, 2025, at 10 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). These pilots provide pathways to permanent residence for skilled workers in the home care sector. Overview of the program The HCWP consists of two main programs: Home Care Worker…
The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) offers a pathway for skilled workers to immigrate to Saskatchewan through the International Skilled Worker: Saskatchewan Express Entry sub-category. Eligibility Criteria To qualify for this sub-category, candidate must have: Express Entry Profile: Be accepted into Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) Express Entry pool,…
As of March 27, 2025, the SINP has resumed accepting new Job Approval Forms (JAFs) after a temporary pause initiated on February 18, 2025. This resumption allows Saskatchewan employers to continue submitting JAFs to hire skilled foreign workers. However, the SINP has announced that 75% of its provincial immigration allocation…
Individuals seeking employment in Saskatchewan’s healthcare industry and wishing to be contacted by the SINP or health sector employers for relevant job openings should complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) profile. International Healthcare Worker EOI The International Healthcare Worker Expression of Interest (EOI) Pool is an initiative by the Saskatchewan…
The Yukon government is implementing a new Expression of Interest (EOI) system for its Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) in 2025. This change aims to strategically manage the limited number of nominations available due to a 50% reduction in allocations from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), allowing only 215 nominations…
The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has permanently closed its Entrepreneur, International Graduate Entrepreneur, and Farm Owner/Operator categories, effective March 27, 2025. This decision is part of broader program changes aimed at aligning with Saskatchewan’s long-term labor market needs and follows a 50% reduction in nomination allocations by the federal…