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Canada introduces work permit exemptions for FIFA World Cup 2026 personnel
Canada has announced a temporary public policy exempting certain FIFA-invited foreign nationals from work authorization requirements ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The policy, effective through July 31, 2026, applies to FIFA employees, contractors, and subcontractors who hold invitation letters confirming their involvement in official FIFA events. Eligible individuals can enter Canada between December 1, 2025, and July 31, 2026, without obtaining traditional work permits.
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Senate committee urged to exempt foreign-adopted children from citizenship connection test
Legal experts are calling on the Senate to amend Bill C-3 to grant children adopted from overseas the same citizenship protections as those adopted domestically. A briefing paper submitted to the Senate committee argues that subjecting foreign-adopted children to substantial-connection tests creates an unfair distinction and potentially violates Canada's Charter and international treaty obligations. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has faced years of advocacy fro
Nov 20
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Proposed immigration reforms raise concerns for rural Manitoba businesses facing critical labour shortages
Rural Manitoba businesses are monitoring upcoming federal immigration policy changes with growing apprehension as they continue to...
Oct 7
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US visa fee hike creates a golden opportunity for Canada to attract tech talent
The recent implementation of a US$100,000 annual fee for H-1B worker visas by the US administration presents a significant opportunity ...
Oct 1
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Olympic hopeful Tamarri Lindo secures permanent residency after deportation threat
Canada's rising track star, Tamarri Lindo, and his family have been granted permanent resident status, following a deportation threat...
Sep 23
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NDP urges the Canadian Government to expedite the Gaza refugee evacuation
The NDP is pressuring Ottawa to intensify efforts to evacuate Gaza residents approved under Canada's temporary visa program. At a...
Sep 23
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Alberta Minister calls for urgent federal action on immigration amid record population growth
Alberta's Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade, and Immigration, Joseph Schow, has issued a statement criticizing federal immigration...
Aug 22
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Canada's immigration refusal rates surge amid processing backlog concerns
Federal data reveals a significant increase in Canadian immigration application refusals across multiple categories since 2023, with...
Aug 14
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IRCC introduces mandatory upfront medical exams for Express Entry permanent residence applications starting August 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a significant policy change requiring all Express Entry permanent...
Aug 14
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Quebec Chamber of Commerce Calls for 106,000 annual immigrants to address critical labour shortages
The Federation of Chambers of Commerce of Quebec (FCCQ) is urging the provincial government to welcome at least 106,000 new immigrants...
Aug 14
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British Columbia conducted two draws for entrepreneurs
On July 8, 2025, British Columbia held new draws under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP). The BCPNP issued 12...
Jul 15
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45% of racialized Canadians face discrimination
A comprehensive study using the 2023-2024 Survey Series on People and their Communities (SSPC) reveals that 45% of racialized Canadians...
Jul 10
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Canada's population growth slows: Rising emigration and declining immigration reshape the demographic landscape
According to recent Statistics Canada data , Canada is experiencing its slowest quarterly population growth since Q3 2020, marking the...
Jul 8
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IRCC extends pre-removal risk assessment eligibility for Congo nationals
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced significant changes to the pre-removal risk assessment (PRRA)...
Jul 7
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The Government forgave over 17,500 foreign criminal convictions, sparking a debate over transparency
Federal data reveals that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has granted rehabilitation status to more than 17,500...
Jul 7
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Report reveals 1,350% surge in anti-South Asian Hate speech on Canadian social media
A new study documents an alarming 1,350% increase in online hate speech targeting South Asians in Canada. The report analyzed social...
Jun 30
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Canada's leadership challenge: Can Mark Carney deliver real change amid economic and political hurdles?
Mark Carney's ascension to Prime Minister of Canada comes at a critical juncture as the nation grapples with multiple challenges,...
Jun 10
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Canada's Immigration Minister defends controversial border bill amid refugee application deadlines
Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab has defended the newly proposed Strong Borders Act (Bill C-2), which introduces significant...
Jun 9
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Canada announced historic changes to citizenship by descent rules, expanding access beyond the first generation
On June 5, 2025, Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab introduced Bill C-3: An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025) to modernize...
Jun 9
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BC's minimum wage rises to $17.85 per hour
British Columbia is set to implement a new minimum wage increase on June 1, 2025, raising the hourly rate from $17.40 to $17.85 per hour....
Jun 3
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