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Changes to Work Placement Requirements for Post-Secondary International Students Effective April 1, 2026, post-secondary international students in Canada are no longer required to obtain a co-op work permit in order to participate in student work placements, including co-op programs and internships. 🎓 Eligibility for Student Work Placements To qualify for
Canada’s Express Entry system includes category-based draws in 2025, allowing Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to target candidates with specific skills and language abilities that match labour market needs. What Are Category-Based Draws? Unlike general draws, category-based rounds of invitations focus on candidates who meet defined criteria such as
Last update: Jan 30, 2025 Recent changes to the rules regarding Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP) have prompted schools across Canada to provide updated information about their PGWP-eligible programs. Below is a comprehensive list of programs offered by various institutions. 1. VCC (Vancouver Community College) 2. Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) 3.
As excitement grows for the initial round of invitations in the 2025 International Experience Canada (IEC) program, the Working Holiday category stands in the spotlight. Nearly a month after the pools opened, the latest data as of January 3, 2025, sheds light on the number of candidates competing for these
Delays in Mail and parcel deliveries can be inconvenient, more specifically foreign residents in Canada are still waiting for their legal documents such as visas, passports, and health cards. As many foreign residents plan to leave Canada, they are stuck waiting for their application causing them to missed the scheduled
October 24, 2024: The Government of Canada has released its new Immigration Levels Plan, announcing a 20% reduction in immigration targets for 2025. This shift has sparked concerns among temporary residents aiming to secure permanent residency. It’s essential to understand the motivations behind this policy shift and how Canada plans
In today’s economy, launching your career can be a challenging endeavor. At Vancouver Community College, the curriculum is designed to educate and support students, providing a guiding light during these uncertain times. At CISM, we assist students in exploring PGWP-eligible programs, offering international students a legal and credible pathway to
Updated on 4 November IRCC recently announced new regulations for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program. Starting November 1, if you apply for a study permit, certain programs will no longer qualify for the PGWP, depending on the field of study. For details on these changes, please refer to the
About Saskatchewan Globally, Saskatchewan is known as a constant and trustworthy provider of safe, high-quality grains, livestock, oilseeds, pulses, and agri-food items. Saskatchewan’s agricultural exports reached a record-breaking $20.2 billion in 2023, and account for 40% of all Canadian exports. Saskatchewan’s major crop production is for cereal grains, oilseeds, pulses,
The Government of Canada has released a new update on the process of “flagpoling”, and which border locations will accept this service. The Government urges individuals to apply online instead of “flagpoling”, and has issued limited hours that these services are available at each border to reduce this. What is
Recently, workers from the Canadian Border Service Agency (CBSA) announced they have voted towards a strike mandate, which could lead to major challenges with the movement of goods, services, and individuals at Canadian ports, this summer. Over 9,000 members voted from the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC), employed by
We are pleased to announce that CISM is offering a 10% off discount code for our readers who register for the PTE Core English proficiency exam, an exam recognized by the IRCC. Please click here to be directed to the discount code form. ↓↓↓↓ VISIT HERE TO RECEIVE THE DISCOUNT
The Canadian IRCC has updated their proof of funds for the Express Entry immigration process. The purpose of the Express Entry program is to expedite the immigration process for skilled immigrants who wish to live permanently in Canada. As part of the application process, individuals must provide proof of cash
COVID-19 Temporary Work Policy to End April 30, 2024 A news release from the Government of Canada reminds Canadian international students that from April 30, 2024 forward they will not be allowed to work greater than 20 hours per week off-campus. This regulation was waived during the COVID-19 pandemic to
New changes coming for The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program as an increase in demand as a result of the post-pandemic economy and ultra-low unemployment rates and job vacancies back in 2022. Taking into consideration these labour shortages, the Program developed a series of policy changes. To address the present
On March 19th, 2024 The Ministry of Municipal Affairs will be making some changes to the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) in January 2025. This will help create more transparent pathways that better serve international workers aiming to come to BC. A more detailed summary of all the
On January 22, 2024, IRCC announced that open work permits would only be available to spouses of international students enrolled in master’s and doctoral programs. The eligible programs for Spousal Open Work Permits were announced, and the new policy became effective on March 19, 2024. Eligibility Criteria Here are the
As provinces across Canada organize themselves in preparation for the new provincial attestation letter system put into effect by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) back on January 22nd, 2024, the province of British Columbia wants to move as quickly and swiftly as possible to avoid negative impacts on its
Breaking News! It’s official, as of today February 29th, 2024 11:30 pm EST the simple application that was the eTA is now cancelled. Mexican citizens will require a visa to enter Canada unless they meet the required conditions for an eTA. All eTA’s have been cancelled unless an individual currently
Information on study permits is being updated one after another, and a summary of this information was released on February 5. 1. Cap and provincial attestation letter Please visit here for more about PAL. 2. Post-graduation work permit (PGWP) update for graduates of master’s degree programs 3. PGWP eligibility for
As of January 31, the Pearson Test of English, along with IELTS and CELPIP, can be utilized as the English language test for migration, work, or citizenship visas. Please note that you must choose the PTE Core option. About PTE Core PTE Core is an English proficiency test conducted on
Updated on 2 February, 2024 Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, announced that the Government of Canada plans to establish a limit on the number of applications for study permits. This measure aims to control the rate of new growth in this area and will be effective for
Minister Marc Miller has mentioned his intention to carefully examine the number of international students and other temporary residents coming to Canada. This comes amid growing political tension surrounding how immigration impacts the cost of housing. In an interview airing this Sunday on Rosemary Barton Live, Miller highlighted the complexity
As the anticipation builds for the first round of invitations in the 2024 International Experience Canada (IEC), the Working Holiday Category takes centre stage. With the pools having been open for almost a month, the latest data as of January 5, 2024, offers insights into the number of candidates vying
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