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03 Jun 2020
TEMPORARY-FOREIGN-WORKER-PROGRAM-UPDATED-WITH-INCREASE-IN-MEDIAN-HOURLY-WAGES

Temporary Foreign Worker Program updated with increase in Median Hourly Wages

Categories canada, COVID-19, immigration, immigration news, IRCC, News, TFW, TFWP 0 Comments

The wage and the location for the position determines if the employer needs to apply for a Labour Market Impact Assessment under the Stream for High-wage Positions or the Stream for Low-wage Positions, each with their own requirements. Median hourly wages have gone up in most Canadian provinces and territories w.e.f.  May 11, 2020.

                                                                                               Source: Statistics Canada, Labour Force Survey, 2018 and 2019

Hiring TFWs amid Coronavirus outbreak and travel restrictions

The Government of Canada is also taking measures to improve flexibility and reduce the administrative burden for employers. The following measures are being applied to all existing and new LMIA applications as they are received:

  • employers are not required to submit minor administrative changes to the LMIA that would not change the terms and conditions
  • recruitment requirements for LMIAs in key occupations related to the agriculture and agri-food sectors are being waived until October 31, 2020.
  • LMIAs in key occupations related to the agriculture and agri-food sectors will be prioritized for processing.
  • the maximum duration of employment under LMIAs is increased from 1 to 2 years for employers of workers in the low-wage stream as part of a three-year pilot
  • employers applying under the Agricultural stream or Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program can submit a previously valid Housing Inspection Report (HIR), and
  • the name changes processes for employers wishing to change the name of already identified foreign worker, for reasons related to COVID-19, has been expedited

In response to economic downturn caused by COVID-19, the federal government has announced broad measures to protect Canadian jobs and facilitate funding to Canadian businesses.

Large Employer Emergency Financing Facility (LEEFF) program will provide bridge financing of at least $50 million to large employers in order to keep running their operations.

In addition to LEEFF, government also launches Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP) providing support of more than $10 billion to small and medium sized business under Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP).

Need help for LMIA application and hiring foreign workers!

The LMIA rules, regulations and requirements are subject to frequent changes. These changes deal with different categories of jobs, duration, exemptions etc. Continuous research, attention to detail and painstaking hard work is required to obtain a positive LMIA. We help in assessment of our client’s profile and advice them on their eligibility to get an LMIA. We help Canadian employers for applying LMIA application and legally representing them before ESDC during the process.We help clients to apply for their Work Permit which authorizes them to legally work in Canada.

ESDC has currently waived the advertisement requirements for agriculture stream LMIA applications and hence the applications are being processed on expedite and priority basis.

Need help staying in Canada!

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to challenging times in Canada and around the world. Many people are under distress and anxiety. We understand! Can-X is here to help you figure it out, so you can have peace of mind. You could be an international student, worker, or visitor looking to extend your stay in Canada. You may be seeking a pathway to permanent immigration. Or you may be looking to reunite with a loved one. Whatever the reason, contact us to discuss your immigration needs, and we’ll provide our insights and help as much as we can during these difficult times.

We Care!

 

21 May 2020
COVID-19-AFFECTING-CANADIAN-LABOUR-MARKET-CAN-BE-POSITIVE-FOR-CANADIAN-EXPERIENCE-CLASS-CANDIDATES

COVID-19 affecting Canadian Labour Market can be positive for Canadian Experience Class Candidates

Categories canada, COVID-19, CRS, express entry, immigration, immigration news, IRCC, ITA, News, Permanent Immigration, Permanent Residence, Skilled Worker, Work Permit 0 Comments

According to Statistics Canada there has been a dramatic decline in economic activity and employment rate in the country due to COVID-19 outbreak with more than one million jobs lost.

However, Canada’s Immigration policies have strengthened the country’s economic standing over the years as 75% of Canada’s population growth comes from immigration, mostly in economic category and about 6 in 10 immigrants bring positive economic impact. Economy can be grown by growth in labour force and second using the labour force productively.

Canada will accept applications for permanent residency and will continue to welcome candidates to submit their Express Entry profiles. Express Entry draws will be held and invitations to apply for permanent residence will be sent despite coronavirus outbreak.

A total of 3,371 candidates were invited to apply for Canadian permanent residence in the Express Entry draw which took place on May 14, 2020. The cut-off CRS score in this draw was 447 which is the lowest score recorded in this year so far since January 2020. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has now issued a total of 38,200 Invitations to Apply (ITA’s) in 2020 through the Express Entry system.The Canadian Experience Class is for skilled workers who have Canadian work experience and want to become permanent residents. Having obtained work experience in Canada, these individuals have already settled into Canadian society and established important networks in their communities and their careers. Minimum requirements

  • Important Points
  • Self-employment and work experience gained while you were a full-time student (such as a co-op work term) doesn’t count under this program.
  • There is no education requirement for the Canadian Experience Class. However, applicant will be awarded points in their Express Entry pool, if they have earned a Canadian educational or have Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for a foreign education.
  • Applicants can remain in Canada throughout the application process. However, the Canadian Experience Class is also open to individuals who are no longer in Canada, provided that they submit their application within three years of leaving their job in Canada.
  • The requirements of Canadian Experience Class are based on a pass or fail model. If the minimum requirements are met, the applicant is eligible to enter the Express Entry pool.
  • The applicant is not required to have at least 67 points based on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) immigration selection factors.
  • The applicants must plan to reside outside the province of Quebec. The province of Quebec selects its own skilled workers through a unique immigration system.

Contact us for assessment and more information!

Need help staying in Canada!

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to challenging times in Canada and around the world. Many people are under distress and anxiety. We understand! Can-X is here to help you figure it out, so you can have peace of mind. You could be an international student, worker, or visitor looking to extend your stay in Canada. You may be seeking a pathway to permanent immigration. Or you may be looking to reunite with a loved one. Whatever the reason, contact us to discuss your immigration needs, and we’ll provide our insights and help as much as we can during these difficult times.

We Cares!

15 Apr 2020
COVID-19 affecting Canadian Labour Market can be positive for Canadian Experience Class Candidates

COVID-19 affecting Canadian Labour Market can be positive for Canadian Experience Class Candidates

Categories canada, COVID-19, CRS, express entry, immigration, immigration news, IRCC, ITA, News, Permanent Immigration, Permanent Residence 0 Comments

According to Statistics Canada there has been a dramatic decline in economic activity and employment rate in the country due to COVID-19 outbreak with more than one million jobs lost.

However, Canada’s Immigration policies have strengthened the country’s economic standing over the years as 75% of Canada’s population growth comes from immigration, mostly in economic category and about 6 in 10 immigrants bring positive economic impact. Economy can be grown by growth in labour force and second using the labour force productively.

Canada will accept applications for permanent residency and will continue to welcome candidates to submit their Express Entry profiles. Express Entry draws will be held and invitations to apply for permanent residence will be sent despite coronavirus outbreak.

April 09, 2020, IRCC issued a total of 3,294 invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence with 464 lowest CRS score. This was fourth consecutive program specific draw which is rare exceptions to the rules of Express Entry rounds of invitations.

 

The Canadian Experience Class is for skilled workers who have Canadian work experience and want to become permanent residents. Having obtained work experience in Canada, these individuals have already settled into Canadian society and established important networks in their communities and their careers.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify under this program, the applicant must:

  • Have at least one year of skilled full-time or equivalent work experience in Canada, in the last 3 years before you apply.
  • Get a minimum language level of CLB 7 for NOC 0 or A jobs and, CLB 5 for NOC B jobs.

Important Points

  • Self-employment and work experience gained while you were a full-time student (such as a co-op work term) doesn’t count under this program.
  • There is no education requirement for the Canadian Experience Class. However, applicant will be awarded points in their Express Entry pool, if they have earned a Canadian educational or have Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for a foreign education.
  • Applicants can remain in Canada throughout the application process. However, the Canadian Experience Class is also open to individuals who are no longer in Canada, provided that they submit their application within three years of leaving their job in Canada.
  • The requirements of Canadian Experience Class are based on a pass or fail model. If the minimum requirements are met, the applicant is eligible to enter the Express Entry pool.
  • The applicant is not required to have at least 67 points based on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) immigration selection factors.
  • The applicants must plan to reside outside the province of Quebec. The province of Quebec selects its own skilled workers through a unique immigration system.

Contact us for assessment and more information

15 Apr 2020
Amid Coronavirus outbreak Canada releases special measures for immigration

Amid Coronavirus outbreak Canada releases special measures for immigration

Categories Biometrics, canada, Citizenship, COVID-19, entry, exit, express entry, immigration, immigration news, IRCC, IRCC Web Form, News, Permanent Immigration, Permanent Residence 0 Comments

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has put special measures to assist candidates affected by the outbreak of coronavirus.

Canada will accept applications for permanent residency and will continue to welcome candidates to submit their Express Entry profiles. Express Entry draws will be held and invitations to apply for permanent residence will be sent. IRCC will not refuse PR applications if the applicant cannot provide documents due to disruptions related to COVID-19.

In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Canadian Government had placed travel restrictions till June 30, 2020 however, there are exemptions and the following people may travel to Canada:

  • Canadian Citizen
  • Canadian Permanent Resident
  • Temporary Foreign Workers
  • International student who has a valid study permit or were approved for a study permit on or before March 18, 2020
  • Immediate family members of a Canadian citizen or Canadian permanent resident (spouses, common-law partners, dependent children, grandchildren, parent or step-parent, and guardian)
  • Permanent Resident whose application was approved on or before March 18, 2020, but haven’t travelled to Canada yet
  • Transiting passengers
  • Members of the Canadian forces, visiting forces, Department of National Defence and their immediate family members
  • Accredited diplomats and immediate family members (include North Atlantic Treaty Organization [NATO], those under the United Nations Headquarters Agreement, other organizations)
  • Air and marine crew members
  • French citizens who live in Saint-Pierre and Miquelon and have been in only Canada, the US or Saint-Pierre and Miquelon during the 14 days before the day they seek to enter Canada
  • Any person who does not pose a significant harm to public health, in the opinion of the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, and who will provide an essential service while in Canada
  • Any person whose presence in Canada is in the national interest, in the opinion of the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship; Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness; or Foreign Affairs
  • Any person who is coming at the invitation of the Minister of Health for the purpose of COVID-19 assistance
  • Any person whose purpose is to make medical deliveries

But you can board your flight to Canada!

  • only after your health is checked by airline officials to confirm that you don’t have symptoms of COVID‑19
  • present proof to show that you’re an immediate family member of a Canadian citizen or Canadian permanent resident (Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificate, PR card or Canadian passport and any other document proving relationship)
  • Holders of confirmation of permanent residence (COPR) should present Permanent resident visa and COPR to airline
  • tell the airline that you’re exempt from the travel restrictions
  • show that you’re travelling to Canada for an essential reason

When you arrive in Canada by air or land, your health will be assessed before you leave the port of entry.

 You must isolate for 14 days, even if you have no symptoms. This is mandatory.

Permanent Resident Applicants

If your permanent resident application has already been approved but you can’t travel to Canada before your documents expire due to quarantine measures in place, use the IRCC Web Form to let IRCC know why you can’t travel. Once it’s possible for you to travel, use the Web Form again to let IRCC know and they can provide you with information what to do next.

All in-person permanent resident landing appointments have been cancelled until further notice. All landing appointments will be done by telephone whenever possible.

Citizenship Applicants

 All citizenship events have been cancelled until further notice to keep everyone safe. This includes:

  • citizenship ceremonies
  • citizenship tests and retests
  • hearings (including videoconference hearings)
  • interviews
  • citizenship events in our temporary offices (itinerant service trips)

However, IRCC is still accepting new citizenship applications.

Biometrics at Service Canada locations

 Service Canada has temporarily stopped collecting biometrics until further notice. Biometrics deadline has been extended to 90 days.

Canada and the U.S. have closed their borders on mutual consent to non-essential travel w.e.f March 18, 2020 which include recreation, tourism and immigration purpose (renewing a work, study, or visitor permit, or to activate permanent resident status).

14 Apr 2020
IRCC to increase application processing fees from April 30, 2020

IRCC to increase application processing fees from April 30, 2020

Categories canada, Canadian Experience, immigration, immigration news, IRCC, News, Permanent Immigration, Permanent Residence 0 Comments

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRC) is increasing the application fees for Canada’s permanent resident visa applications with effect from April 30, 2020 at 9 a.m. EDT. This new regulation applies to the complete applications received after this time and they will be returned as incomplete if the fees paid is not in accordance to the new fees structure.

This increase in application fees which include operational, processing and delivery costs is applicable to all permanent residence programs (Federal and Quebec Skilled Worker and Trade programs, the Provincial Nominee Programs, the Canadian Experience Class, the Federal Self-Employed program and Family Class Sponsorship).

IRCC has not changed the permanent residence fees since 2002 however, fees are expected to increase after every two years based on the Consumer Price Index.

Type of PR Application

 

Current FeesFees w.e.f. 30 April 2020
Economic business class (self-employed, start-up visa, Quebec investor, Quebec entrepreneur, and Quebec self-employed

 

Processing Fee: $1050.00 CAD

Right of permanent residence fee: $490.00 CAD

Processing Fee: $1575.00 CAD

Right of permanent residence fee: $500.00 CAD

Economic non-business classProcessing Fee: $550.00 CAD

Right of permanent residence fee: $490.00 CAD

 

Processing Fee: $825.00 CAD

Right of permanent residence fee:  $500.00 CAD

Spouses or common-law partners of all economic classesProcessing Fee: $550.00 CAD

Right of permanent residence fee: $490.00 CAD

 

Processing Fee: $825.00 CAD

Right of permanent residence fee: $500.00 CAD

Dependent children of all economic classesProcessing Fee: $150.00

 

Processing Fee: $225.00 CAD

 

Applicants and their families under Caregiver program are exempt from this increase in fee structure.

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