Understanding Canadian Weather: How to Prepare for the Climate
Chris GribbleYour timing is perfect if you are from a warm climate and arrive in Canada during the summer. You don’t need any adjustments related to the weather. Canada is known…
Four provinces offering incentives to skilled immigrants in healthcare occupations
Canada is always looking to attract skilled workers to strengthen its economy and workforce. While Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has taken steps to fill urgent shortages such as…
Nicholas Keung and How Immigration Stories Shape the Canadian Newcomer Experience
In this episode of My Great Canada, we chat with Nicholas Keung, an immigration reporter for the Toronto Star. He has written extensively about Canadian immigration, refugee, and border policies,…
Canada’s Labour Force Faces Transformation as Baby Boomers Retire
A new study reveals that while baby boomer retirements have lowered the labour force participation rate to a 20-year low of 65 per cent in 2023, the overall labour force…
Canada Issues 2,000 ITAs for French Language Proficiency in Latest Draw
Canada has conducted a new Express Entry draw, issuing 2,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to French language proficiency candidates. The August 15 draw saw a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of…
Nine apps to enhance your life in Canada
Newcomers often face a steep learning curve when adapting to life in Canada. Digital tools can help to ease this transition. The CIC News team has compiled a list of…
New Canada Immigration Pilot To Welcome More Francophone International Students
Canada Immigration Minister Marc Miller unveiled on Wednesday the new Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) program which will be launched August 26. The new pilot will exempt francophone international…