Category: Work Visa

Maple News reports that Canada offers a unique immigration pathway for select foreign workers through the Significant Benefit Work Permit (SBWP), a work authorization that bypasses the usual Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) requirement. Reserved for individuals whose presence in Canada would result in exceptional economic, cultural, or social contributions, […]

Maple News reports that many temporary foreign workers in Canada face a critical question: Can they continue working if their work permit expires? The answer depends largely on timing. If a worker applies to renew or change their work permit before it expires, they may be allowed to keep working […]

Maple News reports that artificial intelligence (AI) is moving swiftly to disrupt Canada’s workforce, potentially impacting jobs across multiple sectors faster than anticipated. As digital innovations continue to surge, industry leaders and analysts are sounding the alarm: the time to prepare is now. Experts interviewed in a recent Canadian panel […]

Maple News reports a growing trend in immigration fraud targeting foreign professionals eager to work and live in Canada. A recent investigation uncovered an elaborate scheme involving fake recruiters and bogus immigration consultants, specifically preying on skilled workers from the Middle East. According to the investigation, a network of ghost […]

Maple News reports a surge in U.S. film productions relocating to Canada, as studios grapple with pandemic-related complications and logistical concerns in California and other parts of the United States. A key factor driving this shift is the continued impact of COVID-19 across the U.S., particularly in California—the heart of […]

Maple News reports that Canadian businesses are seeing measurable productivity gains as their workforces become more diverse, thanks to increased immigration. A new Statistics Canada study offers detailed insights into how immigrant workers contribute to long-term growth in productivity, wages, and profitability at the firm level. The study, titled “Immigration […]

Maple News reports that Canada is rapidly emerging as a preferred destination for global tech professionals, especially as immigration pathways tighten in the United States. In contrast to U.S. policy shifts, Canada has taken proactive steps to welcome high-skilled workers from around the world, strengthening its reputation as a tech-forward […]

Maple News reports that immigrant employment in Canada continued its rebound in September, riding the wave of the country’s broader economic recovery. According to the latest data from Statistics Canada’s Labour Force Survey, employment across the country rose by 2.1% during the week of September 13 to 19—outpacing August’s 1.4% […]

Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has officially closed the registration window for its Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream after reaching the maximum number of registrants. The closure took effect shortly after the stream opened, as the quota was filled rapidly due to immense demand. […]

Maple News reports that immigrants with university degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields in the United States experience better employment outcomes and higher earnings compared to their counterparts in Canada, according to a recent study by Statistics Canada. The study examined the economic trajectories of immigrants aged […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s job market continued to recover in November, but at a slower pace than in previous months. According to the latest Labour Force Survey released by Statistics Canada, employment increased by 0.3% during the week of November 8–14, compared to a 0.5% rise in October. The […]

Maple News reports that Canada and Italy have signed an enhanced bilateral youth mobility agreement, offering expanded opportunities for young adults to work and travel between the two countries. The new agreement, signed on December 11 by Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Marco Mendicino, and Italy’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Luigi […]

Maple News reports that Canada is facing a growing tech talent shortage, prompting Canadian companies to look abroad for skilled professionals. Despite a thriving technology sector, more of the country’s top innovators are being lured south, attracted by higher salaries and expanded opportunities in the United States. The findings stem […]

Maple News reports that a growing number of Canadians support creating permanent immigration pathways for temporary foreign workers, particularly in the agricultural sector. According to a recent survey conducted by Nanos Research, over 80% of respondents expressed support for allowing these workers to remain in Canada as permanent residents. The […]

Maple News reports that U.S. President Donald Trump has extended a sweeping ban on certain temporary work visas until March 31, 2021, just weeks before he is set to leave office. The move continues a controversial immigration freeze that was first introduced in mid-2020, citing concerns over protecting American jobs […]

Maple News reports that the Canadian government has introduced a temporary public policy giving former international students another opportunity to secure a work permit — a critical pathway toward permanent residency. This initiative comes in response to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, which left many recent graduates unable to […]