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Canada Penalizes Employers for Temporary Foreign Worker Violations
In 2023, Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) issued $2.1 million in penalties to non-compliant employers, a 36% increase from 2022. The Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) enhanced enforcement,…
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No Plans for Residential Status for Undocumented Workers in Ottawa Clarifies Minister
Ottawa has no plans for broad regularization of undocumented workers, citing public opposition despite their economic contributions. Between 300,000 and…
Canada Plans Temporary Residents Reduction Measures
Canada is introducing measures to reduce temporary residents, aiming to address infrastructure, housing, and social service concerns. Changes include intake…
Canada Visas for Gaza Palestinians: Over 3,000 Granted
Canada has issued 3,008 visas to Gaza Palestinians as part of a humanitarian response, increasing the available visas from 1,000…
Three Indian Students Killed in Canada Road Accident
On July 27, 2024, a car accident in Mill Cove, New Brunswick, Canada, killed three Indian students: Harman Somal, Navjot…
Canadians Divided Over Record High Immigration Quotas
Canada targets 500,000 new immigrants annually by 2025 to address an aging population and labor shortages. Public opinion is split,…
Canada’s Start-Up Visa Immigration Surges 29.4%
Canada's Start-Up Visa (SUV) program saw a 29.4% immigration increase in May 2024 due to program reforms enhancing processing efficiency,…
Canada Sees 9.3% Immigration Increase in May 2024
In May 2024, Canada's immigration rose by 9.3%, possibly setting a new annual record. The 2024-2026 plan targets 485,000 new…
Charges Dropped Against B.C. Woman in Immigration Fraud Case
Tzu Chun Joyce Chang, charged with immigration fraud, had charges stayed due to excessive trial delays violating her Charter rights.…