Important Notice for Employers of Foreign Workers in Canada — Prevailing Wage Updates
As of December 3, 2024, prevailing wages across Canada have been updated, affecting employers hiring through the LMIA and International Mobility Program. Explore key changes for popular IT occupations and what they mean for your hiring plans.
Analysis of Canada’s 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan
Canada’s latest immigration plan introduces new PR allocations, tighter caps, and important case law clarifying the rules around commitment certificates—all of which significantly impact the Start-Up Visa program. Learn how these changes could affect your pathway to permanent residence and what entrepreneurs need to know to stay ahead.
Post US Election — Implications for US Employers and the Canada Advantage
Following the U.S. Presidential election, experts predict stricter immigration policies that could make it harder to attract and retain key talent. Learn what these changes could mean for businesses and global mobility planning.
Start-Up Visa Program Update: Open Work Permit Clarification
IRCC’s March 28 update provides clearer direction to immigration officers on work permit decisions and how discretion should be applied when evaluating Start-Up Visa applications. Discover what these changes mean for strengthening applications and seeking reconsideration after refusals.
Strategic Talent Planning Amid U.S. Restrictions and Canada’s Evolving Policies
With anticipated shifts in U.S. immigration policy, businesses that depend on global talent are preparing for potential challenges in hiring and retention. Many are exploring Canada as a stable, strategic option. Learn how evolving regulations may impact cross-border hiring and what steps companies can take to adapt.
What the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan Means for Aspiring Immigrants
Canada’s new immigration levels plan brings increased competition and stricter prioritizations for permanent residency. Whether you’re applying from within Canada or abroad, having a clear, strategic approach is more important than ever.
Important Federal Court Decision on Start-Up Visa Commitment Certificates: Orouji v Canada [2024 FC 1736]
A recent court decision has confirmed that Start-Up Visa applicants must rely on their original Commitment Certificate throughout the PR process—even if a new one offers better terms. Learn how this ruling impacts application strategy and what it means for future filings.
What the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan Means for Employers
Canada’s 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan brings significant shifts, shaped more by immediate political, social, and economic pressures than by a long-term vision. These changes aim to address voter concerns while also adjusting the country’s immigration landscape. Find out what’s influencing the new direction and what it could mean for future applicants.
What’s Driving Canada’s Immigration Reforms? A Deep Dive into Canada’s 2025-2027 Immigration Vision
Canada’s new Immigration Levels Plan introduces major changes, but a closer look shows these shifts are driven largely by immediate political, social, and economic pressures—rather than a long-term, strategic review of the country’s needs. Learn how these forces are shaping Canada’s immigration future.
Important Processing Clarifications on New Optional SUV Work Permit
A newly introduced open work permit for Start-Up Visa applicants is transforming how entrepreneurs build their businesses in Canada. While more details from IRCC are expected, here’s what you need to know about this important development.