Category: Work Visa

Canada is doubling down on its commitment to attract global talent with new immigration measures outlined in the 2025 federal budget. Maple News reports that the Canadian government has unveiled plans to launch a fast-track immigration pathway specifically tailored for holders of the U.S. H-1B visa, targeting highly skilled workers […]

Maple News reports that open work permits (OWPs) in Canada continue to be a valuable pathway for foreign nationals seeking employment flexibility. Unlike employer-specific work permits, OWPs allow individuals to work for nearly any employer across the country, making them especially appealing to international graduates, partners of temporary residents, and […]

Ontario is set to significantly reduce licensing barriers for out-of-province healthcare professionals as part of its ongoing efforts to address workforce shortages and improve access to care. Maple News reports that the province has proposed expanding its ‘As of Right’ framework to include 16 additional healthcare occupations, paving the way […]

Maple News reports that the window is closing for young professionals hoping to participate in Canada’s International Experience Canada (IEC) program for 2025. Foreign nationals aged between 18 and 35 (or 30 in some countries) must submit their profiles to be considered for a work permit before 9:00 a.m. Eastern […]

Maple News reports that the federal government has updated its quarterly list of Canadian regions where low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) will not be processed. Starting October 10, 2024, six new Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs) have been added to the ineligible list, […]

Maple News reports that Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated the Canadian government is actively exploring new immigration measures to welcome skilled workers impacted by the U.S.’s recent H-1B visa policy changes. Carney specifically highlighted opportunities for technology professionals, remarking that U.S. visa fees could redirect talent northward. Speaking at […]

Maple News reports that Canada continues to strengthen its appeal to tech professionals worldwide by offering a growing number of immigration pathways tailored to the technology sector. As the United States moves forward with a proposed $100,000 USD fee increase for H-1B visa applications, Canada’s government is signaling its intent […]

A new survey by the Angus Reid Institute reveals growing public discontent with Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), signaling a nation-wide shift in attitudes toward the decades-old initiative designed to fill labour shortages. According to Maple News, more than half of surveyed Canadians (52%) now hold a negative view […]

Maple News reports that Canada is actively exploring new strategies to attract international tech professionals affected by recent changes to the U.S. H-1B visa program. In comments made on September 27 at the Global Progress Action Summit in the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed Canada’s intent to present […]

Canada is on track to significantly reduce the number of Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) issued in 2025, with projections suggesting a nearly 30% decline compared to the previous year. According to new data reviewed by Maple News, an estimated 143,600 permits will be issued by year-end, down from over 205,000 […]

Maple News reports that the U.S. government’s decision to raise the application fee for new H-1B visas to an eye-popping $100,000—effective September 21, 2025—may be one of the most consequential immigration policy shifts for the North American tech labor market in recent years. The Biden administration has framed the move […]

Canada continues to experience a substantial decrease in the number of temporary residents, with both international students and foreign workers arriving in significantly lower numbers this summer. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), July 2025 saw a sharp year-over-year decline in the number of new work and study […]

Canada’s labour market is showing clear signs of cooling, as national job vacancies dropped to 505,900 in the second quarter of 2025 — the lowest level recorded since early 2018, Maple News reports. According to recent data, job vacancies declined by 18,900 from the previous quarter, marking the second consecutive […]

Maple News reports that spouses and common-law partners of foreign workers in Canada may be eligible for a Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP), but eligibility depends on several factors including the principal foreign worker’s job type, immigration program, and work permit status. To qualify, the foreign worker must be lawfully […]

As the United States introduces a substantial $100,000 fee for H-1B visa petitions, many international professionals are reevaluating their plans for working in North America. According to Maple News, Canada is becoming an increasingly attractive alternative, offering transparent immigration pathways and a welcoming policy environment for skilled foreign workers. Foreign […]

Maple News reports that spouses and common-law partners of international students in Canada may be eligible for an open work permit (OWP), enabling them to work for nearly any employer across the country. This opportunity not only supports families living in Canada but also helps address labour shortages in various […]