Category: Work Visa

Maple News reports that Netflix, the global streaming powerhouse, is set to open a corporate office in Canada as part of its expanding investment in the country’s booming film and television industry. Co-CEO Ted Sarandos announced the move in a statement highlighting Canada’s growing importance to the company’s global operations. […]

Maple News reports that recent changes to Canada’s immigration policies are reshaping the landscape for international entrepreneurs seeking to establish or expand their businesses in Canada. Effective April 1, 2021, the federal government announced the closure of the Owner/Operator stream under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). This pathway previously […]

British citizens will no longer be covered under the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) after December 31, 2020, Maple News reports. This change comes as a direct result of the United Kingdom’s formal exit from the European Union and its evolving international trade relationships. Until the end […]

Maple News reports that Canada is expanding exemptions for certain foreign workers engaged in critical services, allowing them to work in the country without a traditional work permit or undergoing mandatory quarantine on arrival. According to updated government guidance, foreign nationals coming to Canada to support essential infrastructure may be […]

Canada continues to position itself as a global hub for innovation and technology, and one key to this strategy is its expanding range of immigration and work permit options for highly-skilled tech professionals. From federal Express Entry programs to tailored provincial nominee initiatives and expedited work permits, Canada is actively […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s video game industry has made a strong comeback following pandemic-related shutdowns, positioning itself as an attractive destination for skilled international talent. Alongside film and television production, which also rebounded swiftly in 2021, the gaming sector is now one of the country’s creative powerhouses experiencing high […]

Maple News reports that Quebec has officially published its updated list of occupations eligible for the Simplified Processing Stream under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). This annual update, released by Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI), determines which roles can bypass certain recruitment requirements, making it easier […]

Maple News reports that Quebec has officially released its updated annual list of occupations eligible for the facilitated Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process. The revised list, made public on February 24, 2024, reflects the province’s ongoing efforts to address persistent labour shortages through targeted immigration strategies. Unlike the standard […]

Maple News reports that the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a surge in long-term unemployment across Canada, exceeding levels seen during the 2008 financial crisis. By December 2020, approximately 493,000 Canadians were considered long-term unemployed—defined as being out of work for 27 weeks or longer. This […]

Maple News reports that beginning February 8, Canada will offer a new open work permit tailored to recent graduates and skilled workers from Hong Kong. This initiative is part of a broader effort to create smoother pathways to permanent residency, particularly for those who have been impacted by political instability […]

Maple News reports that international students and Canadian employers alike are welcoming a major change to Canada’s Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program. The Canadian government has introduced a temporary policy offering former international students whose PGWPs have recently expired or are about to expire the opportunity to apply for an […]

Maple News reports that Canada has introduced a new policy allowing former international students with expired or soon-to-expire Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) to apply for a new open work permit valid for up to 18 months. This measure, launched by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on January 27, is […]

As Canada charts its path to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, signs of growth and optimism are returning to the labor market. With restrictions easing and economic activity picking up, many employers are reversing layoffs and preparing to fill roles essential for the country’s transition into the post-pandemic economy. Maple […]

Maple News reports that Canada experienced a setback in job recovery as national employment fell by 63,000 positions in December 2020, marking the first monthly decline since April of the same year. This 0.3% drop highlights the ongoing impact of renewed COVID-19 restrictions across multiple provinces. According to Statistics Canada, […]

Maple News reports that certain participants in Canada’s International Experience Canada (IEC) program are now eligible for an extension of their Letter of Introduction (LOI). This move aims to accommodate youth facing travel challenges due to COVID-19, particularly those whose LOIs are nearing expiration. The IEC program includes three streams: […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s labour market added 84,000 jobs in October 2020, signaling a continued—albeit slower—recovery as the country grapples with resurgent COVID-19 cases and reintroduced restrictions. The October gains were considerably lower than the 378,200 jobs added in September, reflecting the direct impact of new public health measures […]