Iranians in Canada can no longer apply for special work permits, following the expiry of a temporary public policy. Under the expired policy, Updated temporary public policy for nationals of Iran in Canada as temporary residents, Iranians who had arrived in Canada on or before February 28, 2025 had been able to obtain open work permits. […]
The three regions in British Columbia that are participating in the Rural Community Immigration (RCIP) have released the sectors and occupations they will be prioritizing in 2026. Foreign nationals whose job offers align with the workforce needs of a BC community can use this pilot as a pathway to permanent residence (PR). Assess your eligibility […]
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has held a new Expression of Interest (EOI) draw under two pathways of its Skilled Worker Stream. The province issued invitations—or Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs)—to candidates both in Manitoba and abroad, who stated they were directly invited by the MPNP through a strategic recruitment initiative. Assess your […]
Foreign nationals and their employers now face stricter evaluation criteria when seeking work permits issued under the “significant benefit to Canada” exemption to the requirement for a labour market impact assessment (LMIA). The significant benefit work permit is issued under LMIA exemption code C10, and allows officers to assess on a case-by-case basis whether a […]
Many provincial pathways to permanent residence require job offers, but 13 do not. If you’re seeking permanent residence through nomination by a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and don’t have a job offer, here are your options. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Alberta The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) offers one PNP stream through […]
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its processing times for various temporary resident application types—work permits, study permits, and visitor visas. Most notably, study permit processing times have skyrocketed for Pakistan-based submissions (an eight-week climb compared to one week ago), and US wait times have dropped by one week. Work permits remained relatively […]
Settling into life in Canada involves managing finances in a new country. Along the way, you may be asked to share personal or banking information. Knowing how to recognize and respond to potential fraud may help you protect yourself and your finances. Book an Appointment at a TD Branch Now This article outlines common types […]
Quebec has released an updated list of occupations that can benefit from expedited Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) processing under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Following this update on February 24, 2026, which has removed many IT and engineering professions, there are now just 60 occupations eligible for this simplified LMIA processing across all […]
A bill proposing major changes to Canada’s immigration system is set to advance to the next stage, with no amendments proposed. Should it become law in its current form, the bill will provide sweeping executive powers over Canada’s immigration system to the Governor in Council, that is, to the governor general, acting upon the advice […]
The five Ontario communities participating in the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) have released their priority sectors and occupations for 2026. Foreign nationals with a job offer that aligns with an Ontario community’s labour market needs can pursue permanent residence (PR) through this pilot. Assess your eligibility for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot This article […]
