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From Struggle to Stability: With Free English Classes, Newcomers Build a Life in Canada

A Syrian couple’s journey shows how LINC online and in-person classes support refugees and immigrants as they find work, improve English, and feel at home in British Columbia. Sign up for Free LINC Online Classes A Fresh Start in Canada For many refugees and immigrants, arriving in Canada is both a relief and a challenge. […]

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Healthcare graduates top STEM and business peers for career success among study-to-immigrate cohort

For international students studying in Canada before settling as permanent residents, healthcare has beat out STEM and business for career prospects, according to a recent study published by Statistics Canada. The study by Youjin Choi and Li Xu found that international student graduates of healthcare programs were far more likely to work in careers aligning […]

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IRCC invites more than 4,000 candidates in latest Express Entry draw

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French-language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 432; and Created an Express […]

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Call for proposals: Supporting Indigenous engagement and participation in clean energy and infrastructure for critical minerals

The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced the launch of a call for proposals for the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF) Indigenous Grants stream, with up to $3 million available in total funding for Indigenous organizations or non-Indigenous organizations working in partnership with Indigenous communities.