Archive for September 2023

Beginning on September 20, Newfoundland and Labrador will hold their first of five virtual immigration and job fairs for foreign nationals. This Wednesday, the provincial government in Newfoundland and Labrador will be conducting a virtual immigration and job fair for prospective newcomers to Canada from countries in East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania. Note: This…

For much of its history, Canada has appointed a federal minister that oversees immigration. Today, their official title is Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship.  The minister has significant authority over Canada’s immigration system. This CanadaVisa page provides an overview of the role of the minister. The Role of Canada’s Immigration Minister The minister oversees…

Fall and the lead-up to the Christmas holiday period are typically busy seasons for developments from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and Canada’s immigration system in general. While there are a lot of moving parts to Canada’s immigration system, there are several key developments to watch for as the year comes to a close.…