Category: Work Visa

Maple News reports that international students graduating from Canadian post-secondary institutions have a promising path to remain and work in Canada through the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). This permit not only allows recent graduates to gain valuable Canadian work experience but also strengthens their profile for permanent residency. However, recent […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended a temporary public policy allowing foreign workers in Canada on closed work permits to change employers or occupations without waiting for a new work permit to be issued. This policy, originally introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic in May […]

Maple News reports that despite recent trade tensions and geopolitical volatility, American professionals, investors, and executives can continue to access streamlined work opportunities in Canada under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)—the modernized version of the former NAFTA trade deal. CUSMA, which remains fully in effect, facilitates temporary Canadian work permits […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a major improvement for International Experience Canada (IEC) participants currently residing in Canada. Effective immediately and in place until December 1, 2025, eligible IEC applicants may now have their new work permits mailed directly to a Canadian address—eliminating […]

Maple News reports a notable shift in cross-border labor mobility patterns, as a new Statistics Canada report reveals a long-term decline in the number of U.S. citizens coming to Canada on temporary work permits between 2010 and 2023. In contrast, the number of U.S. residents who are not citizens (such […]

Maple News reports that the CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) test is now officially recognized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) applications. This update opens a new pathway for international graduates seeking to extend their stay and build work experience in Canada. […]

Maple News reports on a valuable opportunity for immigrants navigating the Canadian job market. TD Bank and CanadaVisa have partnered to deliver an informative and practical webinar aimed at helping newcomers to Canada effectively launch their job search journeys. Titled “Job Searching in Canada: Practical Tips for Newcomers,” the session […]

Maple News reports that Manitoba will soon roll out special temporary work permits designed to support candidates under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) at risk of losing legal status due to expiring work authorizations. These Manitoba-specific permits will be valid for up to two years and aim to provide […]

Maple News reports that if you’re planning to organize a conference or professional event in Canada this summer, it’s essential to understand Canadian work authorization rules. Depending on the role and nature of a worker’s involvement, foreign staff may require a work permit — while others may qualify for an […]

Maple News reports that the federal government has updated its quarterly list of Canadian regions where low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) will not be processed, in line with efforts to align foreign worker intake with local labor market needs. As of April 4, 2025, 24 Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs) […]

Maple News reports growing international concern following the detention of Canadian citizen Jasmine Mooney by U.S. border authorities—a case that has sparked widespread discussion on immigration detainment practices. Mooney, who sought entry into the United States through the San Diego border to apply for a work permit, was held in […]

Maple News reports that Canada has launched a new temporary exemption from study permits for certain foreign nationals seeking to advance their careers in the construction sector. Under this policy, eligible temporary foreign workers will be allowed to participate in apprenticeship training without needing to apply for a separate study […]

Maple News reports that Canada has introduced significant updates to its immigration policy aimed at bolstering the national construction workforce. The changes, announced by Immigration Minister Marc Miller on March 7, 2025, from Woodbridge, Ontario, include a new pathway to permanent residence for undocumented construction workers and a game-changing shift […]

Maple News reports that thousands of international graduates in Canada face a critical question each year: what happens when their Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) expires? While the PGWP offers temporary work rights to recent graduates of Canadian institutions, it is non-renewable, prompting many to explore alternative pathways to continue living […]

Maple News reports that Canada has outlined new admissions targets under its recently launched Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot (HCWP), aiming to grant permanent residency to 2,750 home care professionals in 2025. Speaking at a press conference on March 8, Immigration Minister Marc Miller highlighted that out of the total […]

Maple News reports that Canada has updated its Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) policy to remove field of study restrictions for international graduates holding bachelor’s degrees from Canadian colleges. This change, effective from March 2025, aligns college bachelor’s graduates with their university counterparts, who were already exempt from program-specific occupation requirements. […]