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Canada to reduce low-wage foreign workers. What will it mean for Indians?

Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced plans to bring down the influx of low-wage migrant workers, as the country deals with rapid population growth straining housing and public services

Canada immigration policy: PR to get easier for semi-skilled workers

Many people come to Canada as temporary residents and due to the current labour market, some end up in low-skilled jobs

Canada invites 6,300 skilled workers for permanent residency: Details here

This initiative by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is a golden opportunity for skilled workers with Canadian work experience

Studying in Canada guarantees PR: Why this notion needs to be dispelled

If you are planning to study in Canada, be aware that not all courses will lead to permanent residency

Canada Express Entry draw: 3,200 foreigners get invitation; details here

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada has issued 3,200 invitations to apply (ITAs) in the fourth Express Entry draw this month

Canadian dream? High housing costs forcing immigrants to leave country

Many new immigrants are discovering that the Canadian dream may be more of a nightmare due to skyrocketing housing costs

Canada opens doors for skilled Indian workers: Express Entry draw announced

For Indians, this means increased opportunities to migrate to Canada, especially if they have skills in trades or have been nominated by a province

Decoded: How Indians with US H-1B visa can gain from Canada's work permits

Canada's open work permits provide H-1B visa holders with an attractive alternative to the often restrictive and uncertain US visa process

Canada eases work permit rules for US H-1B visa holders: Details here

Family members of H-1B visa holder applicants who've already applied may be eligible to apply for temporary resident visa, study permit, open work permit

Canada Start-Up Visa program: What cap on applications means for Indians

From April 30, Canada has set a cap on the number of permanent residence applications linked to the Start-Up Visa programme

India trying to influence Canadian politics over Khalistan concerns: Probe

Indian officials, including Canada-based proxies, engage in a range of activities that seek to influence Canadian communities and politicians to "align" Ottawa's position with New Delhi's interests on key issues, particularly concerns over Khalistani separatists in Canada, an official probe has found. The findings in the interim report by Commissioner Marie-Josee Hogue, who is leading the independent public inquiry, found evidence of foreign interference in Canada's last two federal elections in 2019 and 2021 but the results of the votes were not affected and the electoral system was robust. India has previously rejected as "baseless" the allegations of its interference in Canadian elections and asserted that the core issue has been Ottawa's meddling in New Delhi's internal affairs. The report, published on Friday said the People's Republic of China (PRC) stands out as the main perpetrator of foreign interference against Canada. "China has been assessed by Canadian authorities as t

Canada announces cap on Start-Up visa applications: All you need to know

The move is expected to impact aspiring business founders in India and other countries

Are you considering permanent residency in Canada? Be prepared to pay more

The revised fees will impact various groups including the permit holder, family, humanitarian, and economic classes

Do you study and work in Canada? Now, there's a 24-hour per week limit

According to the government, research in Canada and the United States indicates that students who work over 24 hours weekly are at a higher risk of dropping out

69% Indians prefer US for higher education over UK, Canada, shows survey

Parents/guardians are the biggest influencers in shaping the decision to pursue education abroad among Indian students

Canada's 606,000 study permit cap: What it means for Indian students

A total of about 552,000 study permit applications have been allocated under the cap. These allocations are expected to yield approximately 292,000 approved study permits

Explained: Canada hikes permanent residency fees by 12 per cent

Canada granted a record 437,000 foreigners permanent residency in 2022. It seeks to bring in 1.45 million new permanent residents by 2025-end

Planning a move to Canada? Here's a guide to how Express Entry works

For individuals lacking Canadian work experience or qualifications in Canadian trades, the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) programme presents itself as a feasible route

Canada imposes 2-year cap on student visas, reducing new visas by 35%

Around 300,000 Indian students went to Canada last year and made up 41% of student permits in 2022

Canada plans cap on int'l students amid housing crisis, unemployment

Miller said he will be looking at the possibility of setting a cap on international students to help reduce the demand for housing in both the first and second quarters of this year