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Policy

Family Reunification: The Economic Cost

As the date of the federal election draws nearer, political candidates have begun to consider the costs of reuniting immigrant families – both economically and…

Nova Scotia Aims to Lead in Immigration

Kelsey Power September 30, 2015 No Comments Citizenship and Immigration Canada express entry Express Entry System Halifax Immigration international students Maritimes Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia now has the ability to fast track an additional 300 immigrants through new express entry streams. The announcement made by Premier Stephen McNeil…

Policy

Policy Advice for the Next Minister – Part 2

Kareem El-Assal and Nick Noorani September 29, 2015 No Comments economic migrants employment equity express entry Immigration Multiculturalism policy refugees

It is perhaps a good thing that immigration is not a major federal campaign issue, although the issue does surface in certain immigrant-rich ridings. And, of…

Policy

Policy Advice for the Next Minister

NCM Anonymous September 22, 2015 No Comments Alexander economic migrants employment equity express entry Griffith Immigration Kurland Minister Multiculturalism policy provinces refugees Vineberg

by Andrew Griffith, Robert Vineberg & Richard Kurland It is perhaps a good thing that immigration is not a major federal campaign issue, although the…

Policy

Quebec Falling in Line with Federal Immigration Program

Rosanna Haroutounian August 21, 2015 No Comments express entry Federal Skilled Trades Program Immigration immigration policy Newcomers Quebec skilled workers

The Quebec government is working on changes to its immigration policy that will bring it in line with the federal Express Entry program, which aims…

Commentary

Success for Express Entry Applicants Weighs Heavily on Job Offers

NCM Anonymous July 8, 2015 No Comments Citizenship and Immigration Canada economic immigration economics express entry Immigration Mikal Skuterud Provincial Nominee Program

The Express Entry immigration selection process places a high value on job offers. Expert Mikal Skuterud warns of risks associated with this that Citizenship and…

Education

Despite System’s Flaws, More International Students Coming to Ontario

Danica Samuel April 22, 2015 No Comments College diversity EDUCATION Employers express entry Express Entry System gender Immigration international student fees international students Ontario permanent residency permanent resident postsecondary postsecondary education student partners program STUDENTS Tuition tuition fees University women

Over half the population of international students in Ontario are deciding to stay put after graduating, and it’s for a good reason. A recent study…

Economy

Canada Faces Stiff Competition in Attracting Immigrants

NCM Anonymous April 18, 2015 1 Comment Africa CHINA Conference Board of Canada East Asia express entry international students National Immigration Action Plan National Immigration Centre Themrise Khan

by Themrise Khan in Ottawa Canada needs a greater competitive edge in order to remain a top destination of choice for immigrants from around the…

Poilievre Calls for “One Stop Shop” to Accept Foreign Credentials

NCM Anonymous April 14, 2015 No Comments Conference Board credential recognition doctors economic class enginneers express entry foreign credentials Immigration labour market TFWP

by Themrise Khan and Kelsey Johnson in Ottawa The federal government is calling on its provincial counterparts to develop a national standard for registered professionals…

Policy

High Time to Boost Canada’s Immigration Plan

Kareem El-Assal April 12, 2015 No Comments Canadian Immigration Summit 2015 Conference Board of Canada express entry National Immigration Action Plan for Canada Temporary Foreign Worker Program temporary foreign workers

Immigration has always played a crucial role in Canada’s social vitality and economic prosperity. Since Confederation, Canada has welcomed immigrants into communities throughout the country,…