A Canadian government study about how the pandemic is affecting the labour in each province, highlights some occupations that increased in demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Saskatchewan. It is true that many industries were negatively affected by pandemic-related shutdowns, such as the tourism and hospitality sectors. Many individuals lost their jobs or saw their hours reduced. However, other sectors saw […]

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Canada has some of the strictest travel and border measures in the world, and is prioritizing the health and safety of Canadians by continuing to take a risk-based and measured approach to re-opening its borders.

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today found that the dumping and subsidizing of certain grinding media, originating in or exported from the Republic of India, have caused injury to the domestic industry. Anti-dumping and countervailing duties will therefore be collected by the Canada Border Services Agency. The complainant in this case was Magotteaux Limitée of Magog, Quebec.

The Government of Canada announced today the creation of a Matching Fund in response to the earthquake in Haiti.

Canada has launched a Matching Fund in response to the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti on August 14, 2021. It will amplify the support of Canadians and reinforce the response of Canada’s Humanitarian Coalition and its members as they address the humanitarian needs of crisis-affected Haitians.

Kingston, Ontario, August 27, 2021 — Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users of short-duration delays on the LaSalle Causeway for repair work.

Are you planning to come to Canada to immigrate, study, work, or simply visit?  Canada has strict rules for people with criminal records. These laws are designed to keep the country and Canadians safe.  Factors such as what the offence is, how long ago the sentence was completed, and how many convictions a person has, all factor in.   Since late 2018, a driving under the […]

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On August 27, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to inform users that due to unforeseen site conditions, the lane closures and periodic sidewalk reductions on the Timiskaming Quebec Dam Bridge, which connects Highway 63, in Ontario, to Route 101, in Quebec, will be extended.

Le Québec a invité 502 candidats à l’immigration à présenter une demande de sélection permanente le 19 août. Le ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI) a invité les personnes candidates dans le cadre du Programme régulier des travailleurs qualifiés du Québec (PRTQ) qui avaient déposé une déclaration d’intérêt (DI) via la […]

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Following an award-winning showing at the Rendez-vous Québec Cinéma, Renée Blanchar’s feature documentary Le silence (The Silence) will open in Montreal at the Cinémathèque québécoise on Friday, September 24, in its original French version.

The 2021 FIN Atlantic International Film Festival will showcase the talents of visionary filmmakers from across Atlantic Canada, the country and beyond, from September 16 to 23.

All of Canada’s major parties are rooting for immigrants in the 2021 election campaign. Even amid the crisis in Afghanistan, where other countries are turning away refugees, Canada is committed to welcoming them. The Liberal party, which currently governs the country, promised to resettle 20,000 Afghan refugees and none of the other major party leaders […]

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On August 24, 2021, Irving Mingo, an inmate from Millhaven Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

Kingston, Ontario, August 26, 2021 — Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users of short-duration delays on the LaSalle Causeway for repair work.

Canada is deeply concerned by the rapidly evolving situation in Afghanistan and its impact on the humanitarian needs of crisis-affected people as it continues to worsen.

Ontario held its second Masters Graduate stream draw on August 25. Invited candidates needed an Expression of Interest (EOI) score of at least 37 in order to receive an invitation, a slight decrease from the first draw. They now have 14 days to apply and pay the $1,500 application fee. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) […]

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Quebec invited 502 immigration candidates to apply for permanent selection on August 19. The Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI) issued invitations under the Quebec Regular Skilled Worker Program (QSWP). Candidates must have registered their Expression of Interest (EOI) in Quebec’s online registration portal, Arrima. An EOI is a pre-application screening process. It allows Quebec to select from those who are interested in immigrating […]

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B.C. invited 74 immigration candidates who work in key technology occupations to apply for a provincial nomination on August 24. The new invitations were issued through the BC PNP Tech, which is part of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). Those invited through B.C’s Tech draws must meet the requirements of one of British Columbia’s Express […]

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The upcoming Canadian federal election on September 20 is an opportunity to think about the future of Canada’s immigration system. Political parties are currently campaigning across the country outlining their vision on how Canada should be governed. The next government will then have a four year mandate to lead the country. One of the most […]

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COVID-19: Border services resume at a number of small Canadian marine vessel reporting sites, airports of entry and ferry terminals

The Abdeali family had made all the arrangements to come to Canada this year, as they finally received their approval for permanent residency during the pandemic. However, their travel documents expired before they were allowed to come to Canada. Now, they are among many approved permanent residents who have given up everything to come to […]

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On August 23, 2021, Terry Driver, an inmate from Mountain Institution died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

Saskatchewan held a new immigration draw on August 19. The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) invited a grand total of 496 candidates through two immigration programs. Of those invited, 161 may be eligible for the SINP’s Express Entry subcategory, and 335 through the Occupations In-Demand sub-category. Discover if You’re Eligible for Canadian Immigration There was […]

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The Province of Prince Edward Island held its regular monthly immigration draw on August 19. The province invited a total of 161 immigration candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Discover if You’re Eligible for Canadian Immigration Most of the invitations, 152, went to Express Entry and Labour Impact candidates. The remaining nine invitations went to Business Impact […]

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