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
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
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
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
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 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
Global News – Canada’s declining productivity has raised significant concerns among economists and policymakers. Recent data from Statistics Canada reveals a concerning trend: productivity, measured as real GDP per hour worked, has fallen for six consecutive quarters as of 2023.
CBC News – British Columbia has experienced its largest interprovincial migration loss in two decades. Since July 2022, over 12,800 people have relocated from BC to other parts of Canada, marking a significant demographic shift. This period represents the first
CBC News – Canada has recently experienced a historic milestone in its demographic landscape, according to the latest report from Statistics Canada (StatsCan). The third quarter of 2023 saw the nation’s population grow by over 430,000 individuals, marking the most
As Canada gears up for the winter season, Service Canada is rolling out significant improvements to the Social Insurance Number (SIN) application process, focusing mainly on international students and workers. This time of year often witnesses a surge in SIN
CBC News – In the quiet halls of Newfoundland and Labrador’s higher education institutions, a less visible but deeply concerning issue is unfolding: the increasing reliance of students on food banks. Institutions like Memorial University in St. John’s and the
CBC News – In recent times, Canada’s robust immigration policy has been a double-edged sword, catalyzing economic growth while simultaneously straining the housing market. As Deputy Governor Toni Gravelle of the Bank of Canada elucidated in his recent speech in
Canada’s commitment to ensuring fair wages for its residents is evident with recent developments in the minimum wage structure across various provinces. For individuals, especially newcomers to Canada, understanding these changes and the rights that come with them can be
