Canada
9,095 New Student Beds Completed or Underway in BC
Ontario Suspends OINP Entrepreneur Stream: Impact and Alternatives
Dedicated Health Care Pathway Brings International Talent to Alberta’s Health Sector
Strengthening Alberta’s health care system remains a top priority for the provincial government, which has introduced the Dedicated Health Care Pathway under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). This initiative was launched in April 2023 to attract experienced international health
Six-Month Suspension of Low-Wage LMIA Applications Announced in Montréal Region
The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program has undergone adjustments to better align with the evolving labour market in Canada. Initially, the program expanded to address post-pandemic labour shortages, but as the market stabilizes, the government has shifted focus to ensure
BC Government Injects $300 Million into UBC for Student Housing Expansion
The largest provincial investment in on-campus student housing in British Columbia is taking place at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver. This $560-million initiative aims to add 1,508 new student housing beds, significantly expanding access to affordable student
Canada Child Benefit Increases for 2024-2025: Up to $7,787 Per Child
The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) provides essential financial support to low- and middle-income families, aiding them in raising children under 18 years of age. Since its inception in July 2016, the CCB has significantly helped families by offering a monthly
BC Sets New Standards for International Student Protections
British Columbia (B.C.) is setting higher standards and strengthening protections for international students in the province, which hosts approximately 553,000 post-secondary students. Among these, more than 217,600 are international students from over 150 countries. These students are distributed between public
9,095 New Student Beds Completed or Underway in BC
British Columbia (B.C.) is making significant investments in student housing as part of the “Homes for People” initiative, committing over $2 billion to build 12,000 on-campus student housing beds. So far, 9,095 new beds are either completed or underway, providing
Toronto and Vancouver Rents Fall Amid Cooling Market Trends
Global News – In recent months, rent growth in Canada has generally stalled, with notable declines in some of the country’s most expensive cities. The latest rent report from Urbanation and Rentals.ca for June highlights a mixed landscape across the
Saskatchewan Adds 7,300 Full-Time Jobs Amidst Record Economic Growth
Saskatchewan continues to exhibit robust economic growth, marked by a significant increase in employment figures. According to the latest Statistics Canada data, the province added 14,400 new jobs year-over-year, including 7,300 full-time positions and 7,100 part-time jobs over June of
Ontario Suspends OINP Entrepreneur Stream: Impact and Alternatives
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Entrepreneur Stream has been a pivotal pathway for international entrepreneurs aspiring to start or buy a business in Ontario. By facilitating the immigration of talented and innovative business owners, this program aimed to bolster
Unsustainable Growth: How High Immigration is Overburdening Canadian Services and Infrastructure
The Canadian Press, CBC News, CTV News – In a revelation that has sparked considerable debate, federal public servants had warned the Canadian government two years ago about the potential adverse effects of increased immigration on housing affordability and service