Category: Work Visa

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended its temporary policy allowing visitors in Canada to apply for employer-specific work permits without the need to leave the country. Initially introduced in August 2020 as a pandemic response measure, the program will now remain in effect until […]

Maple News reports that Canada saw a dramatic increase in job openings in June, reaching a record 815,800 vacant positions across the country. This surge represents a 22% jump from May and marks the highest number of job vacancies since Statistics Canada began collecting such data in October 2020. The […]

Maple News reports that Canada is extending a lifeline to certain Working Holiday Visa holders whose travel plans were derailed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Under a new temporary policy, eligible individuals may now apply for an extension of their Letter of Introduction (LOI)—a document required for entry under the International […]

Maple News reports that Canada continues to be a highly attractive destination for global tech professionals seeking career growth, innovation opportunities, and stability. Recognizing the demand for skilled technology specialists, Canada offers a range of immigration and work pathways tailored specifically for tech workers—from temporary work permits to permanent residency. […]

Maple News reports that the Government of Quebec has finalized a significant agreement with the federal government of Canada aimed at addressing ongoing labour shortages in the province. This landmark deal introduces three new measures designed to simplify the hiring and retention of temporary foreign workers, while also improving pathways […]

Maple News reports that Quebec has become the first province in Canada to reach a comprehensive agreement with the federal government to tackle its mounting labour shortages head-on. The deal includes a series of new measures aimed at streamlining the hiring and retention of temporary foreign workers (TFWs), a crucial […]

Maple News reports that while work permits are typically required for foreign nationals seeking employment in Canada, there are important exemptions in place—particularly for those in the performing arts and entertainment industries. Foreign artists may not need a work permit if their role does not impact the Canadian labour market. […]

Maple News reports that the Canadian government is moving forward with a detailed proposal to overhaul the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) in an effort to enhance worker protections and improve employer accountability. The proposed changes, recently outlined in the Canada Gazette, aim to address long-standing concerns surrounding labor exploitation […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s film and television sector is experiencing a significant resurgence, even amid pandemic-related challenges. Since reopening in the summer of 2020, the industry has not only bounced back but is now experiencing a surge in productions from coast to coast. In Ontario alone, 87 major film […]

Maple News reports that international visitors currently in Canada with a valid job offer are now eligible to apply for a work permit without having to exit and re-enter the country — a significant shift in immigration policy that took effect on August 24. Under the new temporary measure announced […]

Maple News reports that international visitors currently in Canada can now apply for an employer-specific work permit without the need to leave the country, thanks to a significant update from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The new policy came into effect on August 24 and is expected to make […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended a temporary public policy that allows foreign nationals already in Canada on visitor status to apply for an employer-specific work permit without needing to leave the country. Originally introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic in August 2020, the measure […]

Maple News reports that Canada has introduced special exemptions for high-performance amateur athletes and their support staff, allowing them to enter the country despite ongoing COVID-19 travel restrictions. This tailored policy is part of Canada’s effort to support international sporting events while maintaining public health safeguards. Under this exemption, foreign […]

Maple News reports that United Kingdom nationals can now benefit from expedited work permit applications to work in Canada, thanks to the Canada–UK Trade Continuity Agreement (CUKTCA), which came into effect on April 1, 2021. This agreement, designed as a post-Brexit successor to the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), […]

Maple News reports that foreign nationals can still enter Canada to work despite COVID-19-related travel restrictions—as long as they meet certain requirements. Temporary foreign workers are exempt from the government’s non-essential travel ban, which continues to apply to tourists and other discretionary travelers. To be eligible to work in Canada […]

Maple News reports that Netflix has announced the opening of its first Canadian office in Toronto, marking a significant step in its growing commitment to the country’s entertainment sector. The news was shared on April 27 during a virtual meeting between Netflix executives and Toronto Mayor John Tory. This development […]