This summer, you can enjoy free entry to national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas with the new Canada Strong Pass. Other Canadian attractions or services, such as national museums or VIA Rail travel, may be enjoyed for free or at discounted rates. This federal initiative launches June 20, 2025, and will remain in […]

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Changes in immigration policy have all but halted Canada’s population growth, according to numbers released by Statistics Canada. Between January 1, 2025, and April 1, 2025, Canada’s population increased by only 20,107 (or 0.0%). The reduction in population growth was largely driven by a reduction in temporary and permanent resident admissions. According to Statistics Canada, […]

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Studying abroad in Canada may be a dream come true for you. However, it may also require organization and pre-planning to begin your overseas studies with confidence. Before boarding the plane, there are steps you may want to take to help support a smooth start to your education journey in Canada. Learn more about TD […]

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Vancouver has ranked among the top 10 most livable cities in the world in this year’s report published by the Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU). Last year, two Canadian cities were featured among the highest-ranking cities: Vancouver and Calgary. Calgary, which ranked fifth last year, fell out of the global top 10—and is now ranked 18th. […]

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Teachers now have an advantage in immigrating to Canada, but internationally trained teachers can face barriers in becoming certified to teach. Teaching is a regulated profession in Canada, and the certification process varies by province and territory, with foreign credentials often needing to be assessed for Canadian equivalency. That’s where a new initiative, launched by […]

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Citizens of certain countries have an advantage when seeking Canadian work permits. If you are a citizen of a country that has a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Canada, you may qualify for a Labour Market Impact Assessment-exempt (LMIA-exempt) work permit under one or more of these agreements. Foreign nationals who don’t qualify under an […]

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North Bay in Ontario has revealed its list of designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). North Bay is a city located in Northeastern Ontario. Its RCIP boundary includes the census division of the Nipissing District, the Parry Sound District, and the Town of Latchford. Assess your eligibility for the RCIP The RCIP […]

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New Brunswick has negotiated an increased immigration allocation with the federal government. The province has received an additional 1,500 spots for its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), bringing its total immigration allocation this year to 4,250 spaces. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams The additional 1,500 spots have all been allocated to the New Brunswick […]

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Manitoba’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has held a draw inviting foreign nationals for provincial immigration. On June 12, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued 36 candidates Letters of Advice to Apply for provincial immigration through the Skilled Worker Overseas stream. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Of these 36 candidates, five letters were issued […]

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After a pause spanning four months, Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has begun issuing invitations to candidates once again. On June 6, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held a targeted draw for candidates in Greater Sudbury. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams During this draw, invitations were issued to candidates who qualify for […]

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