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Ottawa updated processing times for LMIA streams
On November 6, 2025, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated  the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under various streams. Based on statistics from all processing centres, the current average LMIA processing time has increased across all streams. Global Talent Stream - 10 business days (+2 days) Agricultural stream – 16 business days (+3 days) Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program - 11 business days (+4 days) Permanen
Nov 10
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CFIB debunks five common myths about Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business has released a comprehensive analysis addressing widespread misconceptions about the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, representing over 100,000 small and medium-sized business owners nationwide. The report systematically refutes claims that businesses are addicted to foreign workers, that TFWs displace Canadians, suppress wages, strain public services, or facilitate worker abuse. CFIB emphasizes that temporary foreign workers
Oct 28
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Canada strengthens the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with record penalties and application reductions
Employment and Social Development Canada reported significant changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, emphasizing its role as...
Oct 8
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Public opinion is split on Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program
New Angus Reid Institute data reveal that while 52% of Canadians view the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) negatively, a majority...
Sep 29
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Canada reported 235,070 fewer temporary residents in 2025
Canada's strategic immigration policy adjustments have resulted in a significant decrease of 235,070 in temporary resident arrivals...
Sep 24
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Canadians feel anxious but want pragmatic leadership
Abacus Data’s latest research shows that Canadians are anxious about affordability, healthcare, housing, and global uncertainty, but...
Sep 19
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Temporary Foreign Worker Program divides Canadians along age, regional, and political lines, a new poll reveals
A recent Abacus Data survey reveals significant divisions among Canadians regarding the elimination of the Temporary Foreign Worker...
Sep 11
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Canadian job crisis deepens: 106,000 jobs lost as the Temporary Foreign Worker Program expands
The Canadian job market faces severe challenges as recent data reveals 106,000 job losses over the summer months, coinciding with the...
Sep 8
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Ottawa updated processing times for LMIA streams
On September 3, 2025, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated  the processing times for the Labour Market Impact...
Sep 8
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ESDC updated processing times for LMIA streams
On August 5, 2025, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated  the processing times for the Labour Market Impact...
Aug 6
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Canada updates guidelines for marine workers in the transportation sector under the International Mobility Program
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced significant revisions to the guidelines governing foreign nationals in...
Jul 21
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ESDC published updated processing times for LMIA applications
On June 10, 2025, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated  the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment...
Jun 12
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