1) Governing Test (What officers are actually deciding) Under IRPA s.20(1)(b), a temporary resident must demonstrate they will leave Canada at the end of their authorized stay. Officers are not…
Step 1: Determine If You Need a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) Most Canadian employers must first obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) before hiring a foreign worker. An…
Starting April 1, 2026, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has implemented rigorous new requirements for the Low-Wage stream of the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). These changes specifically target…
What Is Adult Education? Adult education programs in Canada help individuals—often newcomers or those re-entering the workforce—build the foundational skills needed for employment, further study, or daily life. These programs…
March was an exceptionally busy month, featuring 8 separate draws covering five different categories. The strategy clearly shifted toward high-frequency, smaller-volume draws to manage the pool of over 230,000 candidates…