Category: Work Visa

Maple News reports that for newcomers to Canada, building a professional, Canada-ready resume is an essential first step in the journey toward employment. While Canada’s job market welcomes international talent, employers expect resumes to align with Canadian standards—structured, concise, and tailored for each role. Canadian-style resumes generally come in two […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has unveiled a new temporary policy that allows eligible foreign nationals participating in the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) to obtain work permits. This move, announced by Immigration Minister Marc Miller on October 1st, aims to support both local labor market […]

Immigration, Citizenship and Refugees Canada (IRCC) has released new guidance for Intra-Company Transferees (ICTs), marking significant changes to the program as of October 3, 2024. These updates impose stricter requirements on employers seeking work permits for employees under the International Mobility Program. The revisions mean that companies will now face […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released new guidance tightening the requirements for Intra-Company Transferee (ICT) work permits under the International Mobility Program. These changes, announced on October 3, are expected to significantly impact how multinational corporations bring foreign employees to Canada. Under the International […]

As Canada welcomes a resurgence of international conferences and trade events this summer—ranging from technology expos to agricultural conventions—foreign professionals are once again traveling to the country in growing numbers. Maple News reports that it’s critical for non-Canadian service providers working under contract at these events to understand the specific […]

Maple News is excited to announce an upcoming virtual job fair, organized by Destination Canada and Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), for bilingual candidates interested in careers in tourism, hospitality, and culinary fields. The event, which will be held on November 13th, 14th, and 15th, offers an exceptional opportunity […]

In a major policy update, Canada’s Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced changes that will significantly limit the availability of Spousal Open Work Permits (SOWPs) over the next three years. These new measures will impact both spouses of international students and temporary foreign workers across the country. As of September 18, […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will significantly tighten access to Spousal Open Work Permits (SOWPs) over the next three years, impacting both international students and temporary foreign workers. Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced on September 18 that the government aims to reduce the number of […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), in collaboration with Destination Canada, is organizing a virtual job fair this November for French-speaking and bilingual professionals with experience in tourism, hospitality, and culinary sectors. The event targets job opportunities across Canada, excluding the province of Quebec. The virtual […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has unveiled a new work permit under the Innovation Stream of the International Mobility Program (IMP), designed to streamline access for highly skilled foreign workers employed by Canada’s fastest-growing tech companies. Part of Canada’s broader Tech Talent Strategy introduced in […]

Maple News reports that Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has temporarily suspended the processing of Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) for low-wage positions under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) in regions where local unemployment is at or above 6%. The measure, announced on August 26, affects employers in […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a temporary policy opening new pathways for certain Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates to apply for open work permits (OWPs). This measure, which took effect on August 11, 2024, is set to run until December 31, 2024, although […]

Maple News reports that, effective August 28, 2024, visitors in Canada on a Temporary Resident Visa (visitor visa) are no longer eligible to apply for employer-supported work permits from within the country. This marks the end of a temporary policy first implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic to address travel restrictions […]

According to a new global study reported by Maple News, Canada ranks fifth in the world for work-life balance, reinforcing its reputation as a desirable destination for professionals seeking a healthy equilibrium between career and personal life. The study, conducted by international human resources firm Remote, assessed countries using metrics […]