What Canada’s rising inflation means for newcomers

Many shoppers are finding that things are more expensive when they go to the grocery store. What’s behind those price increases? “Prices are rising much more...

Five benefits of Canadian citizenship

There are a number of good reasons to transition from permanent residence to Canadian citizenship. Beyond the security and pride that comes with citizenship, there are some advantages that...

Canada relaxes temporary foreign worker program rules to address labour shortages

Canada has introduced measures to make it easier for Canadian employers to access temporary foreign workers. These measures, announced April 4, come in response to a nationwide...

Will Blue Jays coach be able to come to Canada after DUI?

The Toronto Blue Jays pitching coach, Pete Walker, was arrested for driving under the influence on March 25. The incident has left many to wonder if...

The benefits of a spousal open work permit

Canada offers an open work permit to foreign nationals who are waiting for a decision on their inland spousal or common-law sponsorship application. The Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP)...

Fully vaccinated travellers no longer need COVID-19 test to come to Canada

IRCC updates processing times tool to provide more accurate information

IRCC has unveiled major changes today as it seeks to be more transparent with its clients. On March 31, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced major updates...

Inflation has already eroded tomorrow’s minimum wage rise – NZ’s low-income workers will need more support

Tomorrow’s minimum wage increase to NZ$21.20 an hour should help a significant number of New Zealand’s lowest paid workers and their families – 300,000 people, according...

IRCC eases overseas biometrics requirement for some Ukrainians

Ukrainians aged 14-17, and those over 60 are among the groups who can now complete their biometrics upon arriving to Canada. Effective immediately, certain Ukrainians looking...

How to work in Canada if you have a criminal record

A criminal record can hinder your plans to work in Canada, however, you may have options to overcome inadmissibility. If you have a criminal record and...