Language Tests for Canadian Immigration: IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, TCF

Almost every Canadian immigration program requires an applicant to provide language test results. This article covers approved exams and the minimum level of language proficiency for immigration to Canada. If you speak neither English nor French, it would be almost impossible to immigrate to Canada: it would be difficult to find a job, negotiate the Read More …

Job Vacancies in Canada Remain at Historic Highs

The Canadian private sector continues to experience a historically high staff shortage. The latest report by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) says that about 433 thousand jobs in the private sector were not filled in the past quarter, which is about 1,500 more than in the Q2 2019, and 15 thousand more than Read More …

Who is New Canadian Immigration Minister, and What To Expect of Him

The new immigration minister will follow the course of the Liberal Party, which means that the level of immigration will increase in the coming years. What else is planned for immigrants? Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appointed Marco Mendicino Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Mendicino is replacing Ahmed Hussen, who was the Read More …

Manitoba Invites Potential Immigrants to Make an Exploratory Visit to the Province

Starting November 15, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) starts accepting applications from French-speaking candidates interested in making a pre-arranged exploratory visit to the province. These exploratory visits allow prospective immigrants applying under the provincial Skilled Workers Overseas Stream to explore employment opportunities and communities in the province and to make a well-founded decision about Read More …