Comparing rental costs across Canada
Chris GribbleIncreased housing costs have been a recurring theme across Canada over the last few years. This has led the government to take multiple steps to help ease these costs over…
Where in Canada can I settle: applicants selected by province or territory vs by the federal government
Increasing numbers of applicants are applying for immigration to Canada under provincial nomination programs. However, coming to Canada through provincial immigration programs imposes different obligations than immigrating to Canada through…
British Columbia and Manitoba invite provincial nominees
British Columbia and Manitoba has issued invitations to provincial nominees through their individual Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) this week. Together the provinces invited more than 400 candidates from streams designed…
Immigrant Children See Success in Higher Education and Beyond
Immigrants who come to Canada as children do better in the workforce and make more money than not only those newcomers who arrive here later in life but also the…
New Brunswick Schools Say More Needs to be Done On International Students
New Brunswick post-secondary institutions are taking issue with new federal caps on international student numbers. This comes despite the immigration department’s easing up of requirements for international students by increasing…
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program Releases New Employer Form
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has released an updated version of its Employer Form. As of April 10, the ‘Application for Approval of Employment Position’ form must be used…
What can newcomers expect from Budget 2024?
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, as well as several Liberal ministers, have made announcements regarding what can be expected from the upcoming Budget 2024. The Budget, which is set to be…