Effective October 1, 2024, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island will raise their minimum wage rates as part of annual adjustments to align with the cost of living. British Columbia increased its minimum wage to $17.40 per hour on June 1, 2024, and Quebec raised its rate to $15.75 per hour on May 1, … Read more
Immigration Minister Marc Miller is weighing a transformative policy change: the elimination of Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) bonus points for Express Entry applicants seeking permanent residency. This proposed reform aims to tackle fraud, restore system integrity, and address growing public concerns over Canada’s immigration challenges. LMIA System and Its Role View this post … Read more
As of November 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has provided updated processing times for various immigration applications. These updates are critical for individuals navigating Canada’s immigration system, as they shed light on the current timelines and potential backlogs in different categories. Citizenship Applications The latest processing times for citizenship applications are as follows: … Read more