As of April 17, 2023, PSAC(Public Service Alliance of Canada), the largest union in the Canadian federal government, said it would go on strike if an agreement is not reached by Tuesday afternoon. As a result, Wednesday, April 18, 2023, there is a possibility that public employees will go on strike. If that happens, it…
Everything you need to know about today’s IRCC news Point 1: A new pathway for refugees and other displaced people The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC), announced today that Canada will launch a new economic pathway under the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot(EMPP) to help employers hire skilled refugees and other…
Employers have been facing unusual challenges in finding and retaining the workers they need during this period of economic recovery and growth. The Government of Canada is continuing to take concrete actions to address current industry needs. Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, has announced the temporary lifting of the…
As a part of another initiative amidst COVID-19 pandemic, the British Columbia Government has introduced legislation to fill gaps in sick pay. As a result of this legislation, employees will receive three days of paid sick leave for those who have COVID-19 symptoms or are self-isolating, or are waiting for the test result. In this…
Good news for all students who are aspiring to study in Canada! Not to worry that you are unable to travel to Canada during this COVID situation. A favorable policy has been put in place by the Government of Canada to assist all international students who are presently outside Canada during this difficult time. International…
The recent news from the provincial authorities from British Columbia had been promising. COVID-19 seems to be under control in the province and things are set to get better as we turned the clocks with the daylight savings. Dr. Bonnie Henry’s recent updates guiding people on how to be safe during the upcoming spring break…
The Government of Canada is expanding its preventive measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country by adding another layer of protection to Canadians. Effective from January 07, 2021, every individual needs to take a test for COVID-19 before they board the flight to Canada, and the test result is required to be…
The government of Canada has made a mandatory quarantine for travellers upon arrival in Canada for 14 days. It is an emergency measure to slow down the spread of COVID-19 in Canada. Travellers who are coming to Canada for study or under family unification are required to quarantine within 48 hours after entering Canada. Travellers…
Due to significant applicants demand in India for Canada, those who are coming to Canada to permanently reunite with their families, and those who are coming to study at one of the approved designated learning institutions (DLIs), are being prioritized. Applicants in India who are applying for a study permit and plan to study at…
With widespread Covid-19, people should continue to invest in a precautionary measure by the public health department, a collective effort until the vaccines are rolled out. Dr. Theresa Tam’s, chief public health officer of Canada, statement assures the vaccinations will be available soon in the first quarter. The covid count surged in various provinces as…
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