Business IMMIGTATION Updates to Canada Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program Effective on Apr 30, Changes to the Start-Up Visa IRCC will now be altering the processing of Start-Up Visa applications by:  – Putting a cap on the number of candidates that apply for Canada PR under this program by excluding applicants who are associated with no more than 10 start-ups per designated organization, and  – Offering priority processing to entrepreneurs whose start-up is supported by a Canadian capital or business incubator that is a member of Canada’s Tech Network. This implies that the Designated Organization will become more discerning, opting solely for…

Study in Canada International Students Will Be Able to Work Off-Campus For Up To 24 Hours Per Week Starting in September 2024 Immigration Minister Marc Miller, announced on Apr 29th that the temporary policy allowing students to work more than 20 hours per week off campus will come to an end on April 30, 2024, and it will not be extended. Starting this fall, international students can work a maximum of 24 hours a week off campus, down from the current 40 hours during the school year. He stated that the federal government will restore the weekly work-hour ceiling, which…

STUDY IN CANADA CANADA EXTENDS VALIDITY OF INTERIM WORK PERMIT FOR INTERNATIONAL GRADUATES In case if you don’t know – Canada has recently extended the validity period of interim work authorization letters provided to international graduates awaiting a decision on their work permit applications. These letters will now remain valid for 180 days from the date of application submission, comparing to the previous duration of 120 days. Criteria for Issuance of Interim Work Authorization Letters for International Graduates Requirements for International Graduates Seeking to Work Before Applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):• Hold a valid study permit when submitting…

Discover Farm Work Opportunities in Canada! Canadian AGRICuture Open Call for Farm Workers! Canada’s rich and diverse landscapes are not just for show; they’re the bedrock of our vibrant agricultural sector, especially in provinces like Ontario, Atlantic Canada, and British Columbia. Here, farming isn’t just a job—it’s a lifestyle and a crucial industry that feeds nations. Our farms are on the lookout for passionate individuals ready to dive into the world of agriculture. Whether you’re highly skilled or stepping into the workforce for the first time, there’s a place for you here. Don’t worry if you’re not fluent in English…

Revised Minimum Hourly Wage Rates Summary as of April 1, 2024 In response to the rising cost of living, the federal minimum wage in Canada will undergo an adjustment, increasing from $16.65 to $17.30 per hour, effective April 1, 2024. This adjustment, aligned with a 3.9% increase in the country’s annual average Consumer Price Index for 2023, aims to mitigate the impact of inflation. Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has announced the federal minimum wage increase to $17.30 per hour as of April 1, 2024, marking a substantial rise from the previous year’s adjustment, which elevated the minimum wage…

IRCC updates – Canada plan to reduce temporarily residents The update on temporary resident levels in Canada has been provided by Marc Miller, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). He has directed the immigration department to review IRCC programs facilitating temporary foreign workers, aligning them with the country’s labor market needs. For the first time, Canada will establish annual targets for temporary residents, starting in the fall of 2023, mirroring the existing practice for permanent residents. Minister Miller will convene a meeting with provincial counterparts to establish these annual targets for the influx of temporary residents into…