internationally trained nurses

Canada experiences an increase in the number of internationally trained nurses seeking employment opportunities

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Canada’s provinces are making it easier for internationally trained nurses to work in the country by shortening registration and licensure processes. Atlantic Canada’s Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN) has introduced an expedited process for applicants from seven designated countries: the Philippines, India, Nigeria, the United States, the United Kingdom,... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
improve settlement services

Ottawa announced $65 million in funding to improve settlement services

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On May 11, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) provided over $65 million in funding extensions to improve settlement services, service provider organizations nationwide to continue important settlement services, which include services for racialized newcomer women, pre-arrival services, and language training for newcomers in French-speaking minority communities.  With this... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
nurses in Dubai

Prince Edward Island to hire internationally trained nurses in Dubai

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The Prince Edward Island (PEI) officials traveled nearly 10,000 km in March to recruit nurses in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. PEI’s director of Workforce Planning, Recruitment, and Pharmaceutical Services states that over 30 nurses are expected to immigrate to the province by early 2024.  Healthcare authorities across Canada are facing... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
processing times for LMIA applications

ESDC updated processing times for LMIA applications

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On May 10, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for LMIA applications under various streams. Based on statistics from all processing centers, the current average LMIA processing times have reduced for all streams except the Global Talent, Permanent Residence, and Low-wage streams. Average Processing Times... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Safe Third Country Agreement

Canada updated instructions for the Safe Third Country Agreement

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On May 4, 2023, the Government of Canada published updated instructions for the Safe Third Country Agreement. Effective March 25, 2023, the Safe Third Country Agreement (STCA) has been extended to cover the entire land border through the implementation of the Additional Protocol (AP).  The AP, together with corresponding regulatory... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »