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Application Pool Closing for International Experience Canada 2024 

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Deadline: October 21, 2024  The application pool for the International Experience Canada (IEC) 2024 program will close on October 21. Launched by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) last December, the IEC allows youth from over 30 countries with Youth Mobility Agreements to apply for work permits, giving them the chance to live and work in Canada temporarily. For the 2024 intake, the target is 90,000 applicants.  Program Overview  The IEC program offers Canadian citizens the opportunity to work abroad in partner countries, while foreign nationals aged 18 to 35 (or 18 to 30, depending on the country) can live and work in Canada. Candidates meeting the basic criteria must submit a profile to the IEC pool, from which IRCC selects candidates and invites them to apply for work permits.  Countries may allow applicants to participate more than once, but the rules differ based on nationality.  Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration IEC Streams  Applicants can choose from three streams within the IEC program:  International Co-op (Internship):  For students who want to intern at a Canadian company.  A co-op placement must be confirmed before applying.  Young Professionals:  Requires a job offer from a Canadian employer.  Participants receive an employer-specific work permit.  Working Holiday:  Offers open work permits, allowing participants to work for most employers in Canada.  Provides flexibility in job location and duration, with a maximum stay of up to two years.  Application Process  Once invited to apply, candidates have 20 days to submit their work permit application. IRCC will confirm the exact deadline in the applicant’s online account.  Arrival in Canada  Upon arrival, IEC participants must present:  A valid passport  A Port of Entry Letter  Proof of health insurance  Proof of sufficient funds (at least $2,500 CAD) via a recent bank statement  A return ticket or proof of financial ability to buy one  Candidates must ensure their bank statements are dated no more than one week before their departure.  Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration

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IRCC Application Backlog Continues to Rise Steadily Over the Summer 

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Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) saw its application backlog increase to 1,078,300 by the end of August 2024. This represents a 7.6% rise in the backlog compared to the previous month, July 2024.  July marked a notable milestone, as the backlog exceeded one million applications for the first time in several months. Despite ongoing efforts by the IRCC to address and reduce the backlog, it currently accounts for 1,078,300 out of a total of 2,420,800 applications, meaning that 1,342,500 applications are still being processed within the department’s service standards.  Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration The IRCC defines an application as being in backlog if it is not processed within the published service standards. These standards represent the timelines the department deems reasonable for processing specific types of applications. The timelines vary depending on the type of immigration pathway and the nature of the application. For instance, the IRCC aims to process most Express Entry applications within six months of receiving a completed application, while study permits generally take 60 days.  The IRCC strives to process 80% of all applications within these service standards, leaving the remaining 20% to account for more complex applications or cases requiring additional processing time.  In an Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) request obtained earlier in 2024, the IRCC stated that it is committed to reviewing and updating its service standards, with new standards expected to be published by December 31, 2024.  Current Backlog  Permanent Residence Applications  As of August 31, 2024, the IRCC had a total of 805,600 applications in inventory for permanent residence programs. These included Express Entry programs, Express Entry-aligned streams of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), and family sponsorship programs for spouses, partners, and children.  Of the total permanent residence applications, 37% (300,800) were considered part of the backlog.  While exact numbers weren’t provided, the IRCC did share percentages that show how the backlog is distributed:  Express Entry: The backlog reached 16%, which is slightly higher than the projected 15%, though still within the acceptable 20% threshold set by the department.  Express Entry-aligned PNP: The backlog for this stream stood at 22%, exceeding the projected 20%.  Spouses, Partners, and Children (outside Quebec): This category had a smaller backlog than projected, with only 14% of applications in backlog, below the expected 15%.  Temporary Residence Applications  The backlog for temporary residence applications continues to rise, reaching 53% in August 2024, up from 49% in July. This means that 738,900 out of 1,386,000 temporary residence applications are now in backlog.  The Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) backlog is particularly significant, with 71% of applications in backlog, far exceeding the projected 43%.  Both study permits and work permits show substantial backlogs as well, with 32% and 47%, respectively, being categorized as backlog. Citizenship Applications  As in the previous month, citizenship applications remain the only category within acceptable backlog thresholds. As of August, 38,600 out of a total of 229,200 citizenship applications were in backlog, representing 17%, unchanged from July’s figures.  IRCC’s Efforts to Reduce the Backlog  The IRCC has implemented various measures to reduce the backlog, which surged to critical levels in 2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, staff shortages, and resource allocation issues at international offices. Among the steps taken to streamline the process are:  Expanding and enhancing online application processes for permanent residence and citizenship.  Introducing virtual citizenship ceremonies and online status-checking portals to reduce administrative delays.  Prioritizing applications from individuals in essential occupations to address ongoing labor shortages.  To further manage the backlog, the IRCC also plans to limit the number of temporary residents. The department aims to reduce the volume of temporary residents entering Canada to just 5% of current levels by introducing a “soft cap” on the number of temporary resident permits issued.  With these initiatives, the IRCC is striving to bring the backlog under control while continuing to meet the country’s immigration and labor market needs. The department’s updated service standards, set to be released by the end of 2024, are expected to provide clearer guidance on processing times and help streamline the application process going forward.  Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration

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“Understanding Biometrics: Do You Need to Submit Them to Stay in Canada?”

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Your biometrics will be gathered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) if you are a person between the ages of 14 and 79 and are asking, claiming, or applying for: temporary residency in Canada (apart from Americans); permanent residency in Canada (including US citizens); or refugee defense. What are biometrics? Biometrics refers to data that will help confirm your identity. When giving biometrics, IRCC will collect: Biographic data: Name, date of birth, and other personal details of an applicant as listed on the biographic data page of the applicant’s passport or travel document; Fingerprints: Fingerprints of the applicant, captured electronically during the biometrics collection session, using an electronic fingerprint-capture device; and Photograph: A digital photograph of the applicant. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Who needs to get biometrics? Permanent residence You will be asked to give your biometrics every time you apply for permanent residency, even if you have given them before. According to IRCC, you will be expected to provide biometrics if you are between the ages of 14 and 79, and you are applying for one of the following: A permanent resident visa; A request to remain in Canada as a permanent resident; or A new permanent resident card for the first time, in cases where you were exempt from biometrics enrolment because you were under the age of 14 years at the time of your PR application. Temporary residence Temporary residents must give biometrics if they apply for any of the following: A temporary resident visa; An extension of authorization to remain in Canada as a temporary resident; A temporary resident permit; A restoration of temporary resident status; A work permit or renewal of a work permit; or A study permit or renewal of a study permit. If you have given your biometrics before, you may not need to again when applying for temporary residence. But since IRCC cannot issue you a visa or permit extending more than 10 years since the date you last provided biometrics, you may wish to voluntarily submit biometrics if you wish to extend your permit past this date. How much does it cost to have my biometrics collected? Individual applicant: $85. Families applying at the same time: maximum total fee of $170. Groups of 3 or more performing artists and their staff who apply for work permits at the same time: maximum total fee of $255. There is no fee to give biometrics for a transit visa. Where are biometrics collected? Biometrics are collected in person by appointment. Once you have paid your fee and received your biometric instruction letter (BIL), you will have 30 days to have your biometrics collected. You can book an appointment to have your biometrics collected at one of the following locations: Visa Application Centre (VAC); Service Canada (from inside Canada only); or United States (U.S.) Application Support Centre (ASC) (Inside U.S. only). To avoid fraud, use the official IRCC website to find a location near you, and do not pay for an appointment. Once you have paid the application fee, the biometrics appointment will be free of charge. Exemptions According to IRCC, there are some exemptions under which you will not be required to submit biometrics: a Canadian citizen or citizenship applicant (including passport applicants); an existing permanent resident; a visa-exempt national coming to Canada to visit only; a head of state or head of government; an applicant who qualifies for or holds a diplomatic or official visa; a U.S. visa holder transiting through Canada; an applicant applying for a visitor visa, study permit, or work permit who has already provided biometrics for a permanent resident application that’s still being processed; a child under the age of 14; and an applicant over the age of 79 (unless they are claiming asylum). How will my biometric data be used? Upon giving your biometrics, they will be encrypted and sent to a secure government database. They will be deleted at the collection location once they have been sent to IRCC. While processing your application, they will be shared with Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). Your fingerprints and photo will be also shared with the Canada Border Services Agency so that they may verify your identity upon arrival in Canada. According to IRCC, they may also share your information with other law enforcement agencies in Canada to enforce any Canadian or provincial law; or Canadian government institutions or foreign governments, in accordance with Canada’s privacy laws. Your fingerprints and photo may also be shared with the US, the United Kingdom (UK), Australia, and New Zealand in a way that respects privacy laws; civil liberties; and human rights (including the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms). What if I can’t get my biometrics submitted in time? If your ASC and VAC are open, but you are unable to get an appointment date to give your biometrics within 30 days of receiving the BIL, you can use the IRCC web form to explain why you need an extension. IRCC does not guarantee that one will be granted. If you do need to get an extension for an appointment date that falls past the 30 day mark, you will be expected to provide a screenshot of your appointment confirmation and the appointment date. You will also be expected to explain why you were unable to get an earlier appointment. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration

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“IRCC Launches New LMIA-Exempt Work Permit for Tech Companies in Canada!”

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A new work permit has been made available by IRCC through the International Mobility Program’s (IMP) Innovation Stream. One of the four pillars of this tech talent strategy, which was introduced in 2023 to draw in qualified individuals to support Canada’s rise to prominence in the world of technology, is the Innovation Stream. As of right now, talented foreign workers who receive a job offer from any of the participating firms in the Global Hypergrowth Project are qualified to apply for an employer-specific work permit. This comprises eight particular businesses that the government has recognized as innovators and leaders in their respective industries with great promise. An exempt work permit under the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)* will be granted to qualified employees. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration *An LMIA is a document required by the government of Canada to support the issuance of some employer-specific work permits. The document is issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and assesses the impact of hiring a foreign worker on the Canadian labour market. For an LMIA to support an employer-specific work permit the document must return a “positive” or “neutral” result. Who is eligible for this new work permit? To qualify for a work permit under the Innovation Stream, applicants must: Have a job offer from an employer participating in the Global Hypergrowth Project (GHP); Have a job offer in a high-skilled occupation, which includes positions within the National Occupational Classification (NOC) Training, Education, Experience, and Responsibilities (TEER) categories 0, 1, 2, or 3; and Possess the necessary education and experience specified in the employment requirements section of the NOC for the occupation they intend to work in. This stream is open to eligible applicants both inside and outside of Canada. Applicants may also qualify for faster processing times of their work permits, if the occupation they have been hired for falls under TEER categories 0 or 1 of the NOC. Note that the NOC system is used to describe and categorize occupations in Canada. The TEER rankings further groups jobs by the Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities required to adequately perform the role. Before applicants submit their application to the innovation stream, their employers must: Submit an offer of employment; Pay a $230 CAD employer compliance fee; and Give the employee (or potential employee) an offer of employment number. Who are the employers who have been selected for this stream? The government of Canada has identified the following employers as aligning with their “industrial innovation goals”: Company Company Summary Ada Support Inc. Ada Support Inc., based in Toronto, is an AI-driven company focused on transforming customer service from agent-first to AI-first. They provide an AI-powered platform that enables companies to automatically handle customer support interactions across various languages and channels. Ada’s platform includes generative AI and voice capabilities to support multi-channel automation, helping businesses reduce wait times and create personalized customer experiences. AlayaCare AlayaCare provides an AI-powered platform for home care agencies to improve planning and management. The platform enhances scheduling, time reporting, clinical documentation, and patient monitoring, allowing providers to deliver better care and improve patient outcomes. AlayaCare’s tools, aim to help clients reduce operating costs, detect adverse events, and minimize hospital re-admissions. CellCarta CellCarta, based in Montreal, Quebec, specializes in precision medicine by providing custom testing solutions and end-to-end sample measurement services in immune monitoring, histopathology, proteomics, and genomics. The company uses expertise in biomarker research to identify genetic, biological, and environmental factors that influence patient responses to treatments, enabling more targeted therapies for individuals. Clarius Mobile Health Clarius Mobile Health, based in British Columbia, aims to make medical imaging accessible everywhere with high-performance, affordable, and easy-to-use AI-powered solutions. Founded by innovators who created the first PC-based ultrasound platform and touchscreen ultrasound system, Clarius focuses on miniaturizing ultrasound technology. The company develops high-definition, point-of-care wireless systems for use across various specialties, enhancing patient care, expanding clinical services, and providing real-time imaging for medical practices. Clio Clio is a legal technology company based in Burnaby, British Columbia, that is leading the digital transformation of the legal industry with its cloud-based software. Clio’s platform helps law firms manage various tasks, including client intake, contact management, calendaring, document management, timekeeping, billing, payments, and trust accounting. Duchesnay Pharmaceutical Group (DPG) DPG develops new medicines to improve patient health and quality of life, exporting treatments to over 50 countries through strategic alliances, a unique business model in Canada. The company is based in Blainville, Quebec. Lightspeed Commerce Lightspeed Commerce, founded in Montréal in 2005, provides technology solutions to help retailers and restaurateurs streamline operations and enhance customer experiences. The company offers a platform that integrates management tools for in-store and online transactions, inventory updates, and embedded payments, allowing businesses to manage all aspects from a single system. The company serves primarily small and medium-sized businesses. Vive Crop Protection Vive Crop Protection, based in Mississauga, Ontario, develops crop protection products that help farmers improve crop quality while minimizing environmental impact. Using its patented Allosperse technology, Vive delivers active ingredients where needed, improving effectiveness and reducing risks to plants and the environment. This technology also allows Vive products to mix safely with other chemicals, fertilizers, and micronutrients, enabling farmers to apply treatments in a single pass, saving time, fuel, and resources.   Candidates wishing to learn more about the new initiative can visit Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC’s) webpage here. Recent modifications concerning LMIAs or work permits There have been more and more limitations placed on work permits and LMIAs at the time of this new permission. The Canadian government declared on August 26 that low-wage LMIAs will no longer be processed in a number of Canadian cities. Census metropolitan areas (CMAs) having an unemployment rate of 6% or above are to be affected, according to the policy change. There will be some exclusions for employment in the food security sectors, which include construction, healthcare, and primary agriculture as well as food and seafood processing. Visitors in Canada no longer allowed to apply for job-supported work

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AAIP eligibility change in response to Alberta wildfires

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For a limited time, Alberta has suspended the work experience prerequisite for some candidates under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). In order to help workers whose current job is impacted by the wildfires find new employment as soon as possible, the Alberta Opportunity and Tourism and Hospitality Streams of the AAIP have temporarily waived the requirement for specific work experience. The Alberta government reports that open work permits from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will be accepted by the AAIP for workers in the wildfire-affected Streams who are looking for work. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration It is anticipated that the eligibility changes will take effect on July 19, 2024, and end on November 30, 2024. This is a stopgap meant to help people who might lose their jobs as a result of the fires, which happened in an area that is home to many of Alberta’s hotels and resorts. Requirements for work experience Candidates in the tourism and hospitality stream were required, outside of the measure, to have completed seventy-odd hours of work experience in six consecutive months with their current employment. Candidates for the Alberta Opportunity Stream need: a minimum of 18 months’ worth of full-time job experience in their present field in Alberta, or a minimum of 24 months of full-time experience working in their present field in Canada or overseas within the previous 30 months, or both. The experience may have been obtained in Alberta as well as in Canada (outside of Alberta) or overseas. Holders of Post-Graduation Work Permits must have completed at least six months of full-time work experience in Alberta during the previous eighteen months in their present line of work. The lack of explicit work experience requirements for the Rural Renewal and Express Entry pathways will not disadvantage applicants who wish to use them. Additional assistance for individuals impacted by wildfires The modifications are the latest in a string of unique actions taken by the IRCC to assist individuals who are directly impacted by the wildfires. The Alberta government made the following announcement on July 26: Apply for a free replacement of lost, damaged, or destroyed citizenship, immigration, or travel documents (passports included). Extend or reinstate their status as a temporary resident; if you are unable to continue working for your current job, switch from an employer-specific work permit to an open work permit. The lack of explicit work experience requirements for the Rural Renewal and Express Entry pathways will not disadvantage applicants who wish to use them. Additional assistance for individuals impacted by wildfires The modifications are the latest in a string of unique actions taken by the IRCC to assist individuals who are directly impacted by the wildfires. The Alberta government made the following announcement on July 26: Apply for a free replacement of lost, damaged, or destroyed citizenship, immigration, or travel documents (passports included). Extend or reinstate their status as a temporary resident; if you are unable to continue working for your current job, switch from an employer-specific work permit to an open work permit. Applicants will have one year to prove they meet the criteria outlined by the AAIP including finding a new, eligible position if left unemployed by the fires. The Alberta government notes that all other criteria for each stream will still apply, and it will continue monitoring the situation for further updates. Impact of wildfires on Alberta’s economy This summer has seen over 100 wildfires burning across Alberta in the last month. As of now, the fires have claimed 358 of the 1,113 total structures in Jasper, with the evacuation notice only lifted on August 17, 2024. The fires have already disrupted the local economy, particularly the hospitality industry in Jasper, which attracts thousands of tourists and temporary workers every year. With plans to more than double the size of the tourism economy by 2025, the Alberta government’s response to the wildfires aims to support both the businesses and workers at the heart of the hospitality sector. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration

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The CUAET participants’ deadline to apply for work permits has been extended.

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The Canada Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) program participants now have an extended deadline to apply for a work visa, according to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The current deadline for CUAET participants who are temporarily residing in Canada to apply for an open work permit is March 31, 2025. Nevertheless, these work permit applications will not be free of charge, in contrast to earlier CUAET programs. Depending on the applicant’s biometrics and passport expiration date, the validity of the open work permit may extend up to three years. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration To be eligible, participants must have been approved under the CUAET measures and arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024. CUAET officially stopped accepting new applications on July 15, 2023. Those who were approved had until March 31 this year to arrive in Canada to fully benefit from the supports offered by the program, including fee exemptions. Settlement services for Ukrainians CUAET participants currently in Canada can also still benefit from many free settlement services until March 31, 2025. These include services to help newcomers find employment, learn an official language, prepare for citizenship and others directed at specific groups such as women, 2SLGBTQI, or seniors. Permanent residence pathways for Ukrainians with family in Canada Some Ukrainians may also be eligible for a dedicated pathway to Canadian permanent resident status. IRCC is accepting applications through this pathway until October 22, 2024. There are two categories for eligible candidates however, in both categories the applicant must be able to demonstrate a relationship with a family member in Canada who is already a citizen or permanent resident. This includes a: spouse or common-law partner child (regardless of age) grandchild parent grandparent, or sibling (or half-sibling) In the first category, the applicant must be a Ukrainian national. They must also have a statutory declaration form signed by their family member in Canada explaining the relationship to them. The second category is for the spouse or common-law partner of a Ukrainian national. They must be able to prove that their spouse or partner has immediate family in Canada and that their spouse or partner is unable to leave Ukraine, be missing, have passed away, or be presumed to have passed away. CUAET CUAET was launched in February 2022 as a temporary measure for Ukrainians fleeing unrest in the region following the Russian invasion. Under the measure, Ukrainians and their immediate family members were permitted to stay in Canada as temporary residents for up to three years. After arrival, they could apply for a work permit or study permit without paying fees. This also applied to any Ukrainians already in Canada requiring an extension on their work or study permits According to IRCC data, between March 17, 2022, and April 1, 2024, the department received 1,189,320 applications for the program and approved 962,612. However, the same data shows that less than 300,000 Ukrainians arrived in Canada in that period. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration

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From employment to education: How Americans might start their Canadian adventure

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Online research indicates that Americans and those living in the United States may be considering immigration to Canada as another election cycle approaches in the United States (U.S.). Every year, a small but significant number of Americans immigrate to Canada, many of them being motivated by political upheavals in their native country. Thus, how can Americans and those living in the United States be ready for and travel to Canada? The following resource, created by CIC News, provides answers to many of the most pertinent queries. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration What is the easiest way to move to Canada from the United States? There are a number of ways that citizens of the United States can move to Canada. These can broadly be broken down into: temporary resident pathways; and permanent resident/citizenship pathways. Temporary resident pathways are usually tied to a sing purpose, function, or task that an individual has come to Canada for (i.e.: study permit, work permit, tourist visa, etc.). These pathways allow Americans to live and work and/or study in Canada for a temporary period. Permanent resident pathways on the other hand allow Americans to become permanent residents of Canada, essentially giving them the ability to live and settle in Canada as they wish, while retaining their American citizenship. These pathways are sometimes (but not always) an option only after eligibility is built through a temporary resident pathway. Lastly pathways to citizenship allow Americans to become Canadian citizens as well. American nationals can be dual citizens of both the United States and Canada simultaneously and need not give up one citizenship to attain the other. What are common temporary resident pathways to Canada? This question can be more specifically broken down by the kind of temporary resident status one might pursue: student and worker. How can Americans move to Canada to study? Each year, approximately 15,000 U.S. citizens choose to study in Canada, attracted by the high-quality education system and diverse cultural experiences. Canada boasts over 1,500 universities and colleges. Once accepted by a Designated Learning Institution (DLI), Americans can apply for a study permit. This process involves submitting an acceptance letter, proof of sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses, and a provincial attestation letter (PAL), which confirms that the student’s acceptance to an educational institution is recognized by the provincial or territorial government. Eligible international students in Canada can work up to 20 hours a week during the academic year and an unlimited number of hours during scheduled breaks (such as summer or winter vacation), helping to supplement their income and gain valuable work experience. After graduating from an eligible Canadian institution, students can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), which allows them to gain Canadian work experience for up to three years (depending on the length of their academic program). This experience can significantly enhance their chances of obtaining permanent residency through dedicated pathways for international graduates of Canadian schools, such as the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under the Express Entry system. How can Americans come to Canada to work? Americans looking to work in Canada have several options available to them, each catering to different circumstances and types of employment. A Canadian work permit is an essential to work legally in Canada on a temporary basis. Work permits can broadly be broken down into two main types: open work permits and LMIA-based (closed) work permits. LMIA-Based Work Permits: Often, to hire a foreign worker, an employer must secure a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), which serves as evidence that hiring the foreign worker will have a neutral or positive impact on the local labor market. Once the LMIA is obtained, applicants can apply for a temporary work permit from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), usually under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Some occupations may qualify for expedited processing under specific programs, streamlining the hiring process for certain high-demand roles. Open Work Permits: Many work permit holders in Canada do not require an LMIA. Open work permits allow individuals to work for any employer in Canada, with some exceptions. These permits are typically issued under initiatives that fit under the International Mobility Program such as the International Experience Canada (IEC) program (which includes the Working Holiday work permit) or as the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) for graduates of Canadian educational institutions. Americans in particular have a few work permit options open to them: Global Talent Stream: This federal program, part of Canada’s Global Skills Strategy, allows Canadian employers in high-growth and IT sectors to quickly hire skilled foreign workers when no Canadians are available. The process includes completing an LMIA and meeting specific requirements, such as salary commitments. Work permit applications under the Global Talent Stream are typically processed in one month or less. Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA): Formerly known as NAFTA, CUSMA facilitates a streamlined process for U.S. citizens applying for temporary work permits in Canada. Work permits under CUSMA generally do not require an LMIA. U.S. citizens can work in Canada under CUSMA as professionals, intra-company transferees, traders, or investors. Professionals must be qualified in one of over 60 targeted professions. Intra-company transferees must have been employed continuously for their U.S. employer for at least one of the last three years in a managerial, executive, or specialized knowledge role. Traders and investors must demonstrate substantial trade between Canada and the U.S. or significant investment in a Canadian business. Intra-Company Transfer: Given the strong trade relationship between the U.S. and Canada, many American businesses have branches, affiliates, or subsidiaries in Canada. The Intra-Company Transfer Program allows these businesses to bring key employees to Canada without needing an LMIA. Eligible employees, typically in executive, managerial, or specialized knowledge roles, can come to Canada with their families. Working without a Work Permit: Some U.S. citizens can perform work in Canada without a temporary work permit. This includes business visitors who engage in trade activities but do not enter the Canadian labor market. Working Holidays (International Experience Canada): Under the International Experience Canada (IEC) program, U.S. citizens aged 18 to 35 can obtain an open work permit for 12 months. This program is designed for young people, including recent full-time

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How to remain in the Express Entry pool and be eligible for jobs in Canada

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The expansion of Canada’s labor market is largely due to its economic immigration policies, which have increased the country’s workforce by about 100% in recent years. Owing to the crucial role immigration plays in the Canadian economy, employment efforts are frequently linked to immigration programs in order to assist Canadian firms in filling open positions for which they may not be able to hire domestically. Employers’ capacity to select applicants from the Express Entry candidate pool is a prime illustration of this. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration When is the Express Entry system used by firms for hiring?   Hiring a foreign national from the Express Entry pool requires employers to meet Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) rules and be in particular circumstances. Employers specifically need to: Verify if the position being hired for meets the requirements for skilled labor. Jobs falling into categories 0, 1, 2, or 3 of the National Occupation Classification (NOC)* under Canada’s TEER (Training, Education, Experience, and Responsibility) system are considered skilled labor; additionally Provide evidence that they have posted the job opening on the Job Bank website run by the Government of Canada and in “two other places” to demonstrate their inability to find a domestic candidate. *The NOC system is used in Canada to define and classify the many professions that are practiced there. It comprises the TEER system, which classifies work levels according to the qualifications, experience, degree, and duties required to carry out the duties of the position. How does Express Entry hiring work for employers?   Using the National Job Bank’s “Job Match” tool, firms in Canada search for prospects and extend job offers through Express Entry. In addition to a plethora of other employment-related services and resources, such as career planning tools, labor market statistics, and hiring assistance, the Job Bank is the federal platform for job postings. The Job Bank’s system will attempt to match up profiles that correspond with the job description in a posting with an employer’s job ad through the use of the Job Match tool. An employer can decide whether to consider these individuals for the post after they have been identified and the hiring procedures have been followed. Keep in mind that the Job Match function takes into account every person in the Job Bank system, not simply those who are part of the Express Entry pool. An employer may initially need a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) if, after fulfilling all requirements, they choose to extend a job offer to a foreign national in the Express Entry pool. The government conducts labor market impact assessments, or LMIAs, to ascertain the effects of hiring foreign workers on the Canadian labor market. For a document to support a Canadian employer’s hiring of a foreign national, the result must be positive or neutral. Additionally, there are several circumstances in which an LMIA is not required. The business is required by Express Entry to extend a legitimate job offer to the candidate following the acquisition of an LMIA, if necessary. How may those who join the Express Entry pool as newcomers be considered for jobs?   Those new to the Express Entry pool who wish to utilize the Job Bank’s “Job Match” feature must: Possess a current Express Entry profile, complete with a job seeker validation code and profile number; and Open a Job Match account (not to be confused with a Job Bank account, as they are related services). When establishing a profile on the Job Match platform, individuals will be prompted to input their Express Entry details. The IRCC provides job seeker validation numbers, which enable qualified profiles to start seeking for work in Canada. Once a legitimate profile has been submitted to the Express Entry pool, they are generated along with the profile number. It is suggested that candidates get in touch with IRCC if they do not obtain a job seeker validation code. Following the setup and connection of both accounts, job advertisements from the Job Bank will be matched with newcomers. Candidates for Express Entry will only see job ads that have been active on the Job Bank for more than 30 days. Follow these procedures if you are having trouble connecting your Job Match and Express Entry accounts. Visit the government’s dedicated portal here to learn more about the Job Match feature and to register for the program. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration

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