The premiers of Canada's provinces and territories have reached an agreement in principle with the federal government on the Canada Job Grant, despite serious concerns about the design of the program. “Having the provincial and federal governments co-operate with one...
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Government of Canada reaches deal on Labour Market Agreement renewal in Quebec
OTTAWA, March 4, 2014 /CNW/ - The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Employment and Social Development, announced today that an agreement to renew the Canada-Quebec Labour Market Agreement has been finalized. The renewed agreement reflects the views of Quebec...
Job market can accommodate Boomers working longer and youths starting out
According to Statistics Canada, the unemployment rate for youth aged 15 to 24 was 13.7 per cent in 2013, down from 15.2 per cent in 2009. TORONTO - Baby boomers are often criticized for many of today's economic woes, from creating the national debt to driving up...
How to navigate Canada immigration programmes
Intending immigrants invest a lot of time and money pursuing their dream of immigrating to Canada. With immigration rules and regulations constantly changing, effective legal strategies have become increasingly important to your success. Canada is the second largest...
New Canadian citizens in February 2014 almost double compared to one year ago
Ottawa, February 28, 2014 — More than 19,200 people from 193 countries have become Canadian citizens at citizenship ceremonies held across Canada over the month of February. This is almost 100 percent higher compared to the same period last year (February 2013) when...
Immigration spurs Saskatoon population boom
Saskatoon was one of the fastest growing cities in the country in 2013. Saskatoon was one of the fastest growing cities in the country in 2013 thanks in large part to an influx of new international immigrants according to new data released by Statistics Canada. With a...
Work Global Canada has visitors from France Visit the Marine Institute
Work Global Canada has visitors from France visit the Marine Institute, captured below with Glen Blackwood, president.
Protecting and Promoting Canada’s Interests and Values: the Strengthening Canadian Citizenship Act
Winnipeg, February 20, 2014 — Today Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander reaffirmed the government’s commitment to honouring those who serve Canada by highlighting measures proposed in Bill C-24, the Strengthening Canadian Citizenship Act. To...
No more immigration trusts? No problem
Budget 2014 eliminated immigration trusts, effective immediately. This means Canadian newcomers will no longer get a 60-month tax exemption for foreign assets. The immigrant’s foreign-sourced assets would’ve otherwise been subject to Canadian taxes, so the program...
Notice – New regulations for international students finalized
February 12, 2014 — New rules that aim to strengthen Canada’s status as a study destination of choice for prospective international students will take effect on June 1, 2014. The new regulations will improve services to genuine students, while protecting Canada’s...