Category: Work Visa

A new survey by the Angus Reid Institute reveals growing public discontent with Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), signaling a nation-wide shift in attitudes toward the decades-old initiative designed to fill labour shortages. According to Maple News, more than half of surveyed Canadians (52%) now hold a negative view […]

Maple News reports that Canada is actively exploring new strategies to attract international tech professionals affected by recent changes to the U.S. H-1B visa program. In comments made on September 27 at the Global Progress Action Summit in the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed Canada’s intent to present […]

Canada is on track to significantly reduce the number of Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) issued in 2025, with projections suggesting a nearly 30% decline compared to the previous year. According to new data reviewed by Maple News, an estimated 143,600 permits will be issued by year-end, down from over 205,000 […]

Maple News reports that the U.S. government’s decision to raise the application fee for new H-1B visas to an eye-popping $100,000—effective September 21, 2025—may be one of the most consequential immigration policy shifts for the North American tech labor market in recent years. The Biden administration has framed the move […]

Canada continues to experience a substantial decrease in the number of temporary residents, with both international students and foreign workers arriving in significantly lower numbers this summer. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), July 2025 saw a sharp year-over-year decline in the number of new work and study […]

Canada’s labour market is showing clear signs of cooling, as national job vacancies dropped to 505,900 in the second quarter of 2025 — the lowest level recorded since early 2018, Maple News reports. According to recent data, job vacancies declined by 18,900 from the previous quarter, marking the second consecutive […]

Maple News reports that spouses and common-law partners of foreign workers in Canada may be eligible for a Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP), but eligibility depends on several factors including the principal foreign worker’s job type, immigration program, and work permit status. To qualify, the foreign worker must be lawfully […]

As the United States introduces a substantial $100,000 fee for H-1B visa petitions, many international professionals are reevaluating their plans for working in North America. According to Maple News, Canada is becoming an increasingly attractive alternative, offering transparent immigration pathways and a welcoming policy environment for skilled foreign workers. Foreign […]

Maple News reports that spouses and common-law partners of international students in Canada may be eligible for an open work permit (OWP), enabling them to work for nearly any employer across the country. This opportunity not only supports families living in Canada but also helps address labour shortages in various […]

As Canada’s labour market undergoes rapid transformation, driven by technological innovation, immigration, and the ongoing impact of the post-pandemic economy, employers are becoming increasingly focused on candidates who possess both technical expertise and essential soft skills. According to Maple News, the most sought-after skills in 2025 reflect a balance between […]

Maple News reports that Prime Minister Mark Carney has confirmed the federal government is preparing reforms to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), aiming to make it more targeted and responsive to Canada’s evolving labour market needs. Speaking at a Liberal caucus meeting in Edmonton on September 10, Carney emphasized […]

If you’re currently working in Canada and your work permit is close to expiring, you’ll need to apply for an extension to continue working legally. Maple News outlines a streamlined process to help foreign workers understand how to stay compliant with Canadian immigration regulations while maintaining their employment status. To […]

Maple News reports that recent statements by Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre on Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) have stirred debate, particularly regarding whether the federal government is exceeding its stated immigration targets. According to Poilievre, the federal government has issued 105,000 Temporary Foreign Worker permits in the first half […]

Once you’ve submitted your work permit application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the next steps depend on whether you’re applying from inside or outside Canada. According to Maple News, understanding the post-submission process is key to avoiding delays and ensuring a smoother path to working legally in the […]

Canada’s health sector is increasingly reliant on temporary foreign workers (TFWs) as the country grapples with long-standing staffing shortages across hospitals, long-term care homes, and home-based health services. According to Maple News, these essential workers are helping meet urgent care demands while also gaining pathways to permanent residency. The most […]

Employers seeking to hire foreign workers through Canada’s Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process must now meet a strict new advertising requirement: activating the “Direct Apply” feature on the Government of Canada’s Job Bank. This change, which took effect immediately, is intended to improve transparency and streamline the recruitment process […]