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Changes to Job Advertising Rules for LMIA Requests
Effective immediately, employers recruiting for LMIA-based positions must include the “Direct Apply” feature when posting jobs on Canada’s National Job Bank in order to meet advertising requirements. Employers are also required to review and consider all applications submitted through the… Read more
Ontario Plans to Remove Barriers for Regulated Professions Across Provinces
On Labour Day, the Ontario government announced upcoming changes to help out-of-province workers in regulated professions start working in the province more quickly. Through the new “As of Right” framework, certified professionals will be able to gain authorization to work… Read more
Medical examination requirements for visitors, students, and workers
The temporary public policy for immigration medical exams (IMEs) has been extended until October 5, 2029. If you’ve had an IME within the last 5 years, provide the IME number (or unique medical identifier) from that exam when submitting your… Read more
IRCC to Provide Clearer Explanations for Refused Applications
Applicants whose work, study, or visitor visa applications to Canada are refused may now receive more detailed explanations—directly from the reviewing officer. As of July 29, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has started including these new “officer decision… Read more
Parents and Grandparents Program to Open for Applications in Late July
Ottawa, July 16, 2025 — As previously announced, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will accept up to 10,000 complete sponsorship applications under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) in 2025. Starting July 28, 2025, IRCC will begin sending invitations… Read more
Regions Ineligible for Low-Wage LMIA Processing as of July 11
The government has revised the list of regions where employers and foreign nationals are no longer eligible to apply for or renew work permits under the low-wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).Updated List of CMAs Ineligible for… Read more
Canada Updates PGWP Eligibility Criteria for International Students
What’s New? Starting June 25, 2025, Canada has revised the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility rules, with a specific focus on international students enrolled in non-degree programs (i.e., programs that are not bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees). Emphasis on Career-Relevant… Read more
Update: Revised Eligibility Criteria by Field of Study for Post-Graduation Work Permits
Ottawa, June 25, 2025 – As part of ongoing reforms to the International Student Program, the Government of Canada introduced a new requirement in 2024 for post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility. International students enrolled in non-degree programs (i.e., not at… Read more
LMIA-Exempt Work Permits: Eligible Countries for Canadian Applicants
Citizens of select countries may benefit from easier access to Canadian work permits. If you're a citizen of a country that has a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Canada, you may be eligible for a work permit that is exempt… Read more
Instructional Update: Maintained Status During Application Processing for Temporary Residents
The guidance has been revised to clarify the specific circumstances under which an applicant is considered to benefit from maintained status. Additionally, references to applicants applying for a new work or study permit at the port of entry while on… Read more