A migrant worker seeking to build a new life in Canada faces uncertainty after paying over $24,000 to an immigration representative for job placement and assistance with permanent residency.
Despite the substantial payment, the worker now drives a taxi on a vulnerable workers permit with no path to permanent residency. Immigration experts have condemned the dual practice of legal representation and job recruitment as "unethical," citing potential exploitation.
This case highlights significant concerns in Canada's immigration system, where migrants often lack adequate protection against predatory practices. #migrant_worker_rights, #immigration_fraud, #ethical_recruitment, #foreign_worker_protection, #work_permits, #labour_exploitation
October 8, 2025
A special visa program launched to relocate extended family members from war-torn Gaza to Canada has left thousands waiting in dangerous conditions for nearly two years. Institutional resistance and resource shortages have plagued the initiative from its inception, with only 880 people arriving in Canada out of 5,000 applicants.
Government sources reveal that insufficient funding and a lack of Arabic-speaking staff have severely hampered processing capabilities, leaving desperate families separated between Gaza, neighbouring countries, and Canada as applications remain stalled in security screening phases.
#visa_program_delays, #gaza_humanitarian_crisis, #family_reunification, #refugee_processing, #immigration_backlogs, #security_screening, #resource_shortages, #humanitarian_aid, #displaced_families
October 7, 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released updates to the intra-company transferee (ICT) guidelines under paragraph 205(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations.
The revisions, effective October 1, 2024, clarify eligibility requirements for specialized workers, executives, and managers transferring to Canadian enterprises, emphasizing that these pathways are specifically designed for highly specialized personnel meeting temporary business needs, not for general workforce relocation.
These changes aim to strengthen the integrity of the ICT program while ensuring Canadian businesses can still access critical international talent for specialized roles that support economic growth and innovation.
#international_mobility_program, #intra_company_transferees, #immigration_canada, #work_permits, #imp, #temporary_foreign_workers, #ict, #foreign_workers
October 6, 2025
A recent global survey of over 4,800 respondents has revealed Canada as the most sought-after destination for immigration, primarily due to its exceptional quality of life.
The comprehensive study found that individuals worldwide share similar motivations for moving abroad, with quality of life, lifestyle benefits, and career opportunities ranking as the top three factors.
Canada's appeal stems from its excellent healthcare and education systems, safe cities, beautiful landscapes, and notably friendly population, which ranked among the world's most welcoming nations in a previous study by Remitly.
#quality_of_life, #career_opportunities, #immigration_canada
October 3, 2025
