Canada's reputation for high-quality healthcare and diverse opportunities makes it a coveted destination for international medical graduates (IMGs) seeking residency positions. If you're an IMG planning to transition from medical school to a residency program in Canada, and eventually aim to settle permanently, understanding the Canadian medical system and immigration processes is...
Navigating the complexities of the U.S. legal system can be daunting, especially for non-citizens who may not be familiar with all the rights afforded to them. Whether or not you're a U.S. citizen, one of your fundamental rights under the Constitution is the right to remain silent. This right, protected by the...
The Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects a number of rights of individuals in Canada—regardless of if they are an immigrant or refugee—including the right to life, liberty, and security of the person. Access to legal aid helps support these rights and uphold the integrity of the asylum system by ensuring fair...
Immigrants built Canada. And when new Canadians arrive today, our society is enriched. Canada, like other advanced economies, needs immigrants today more than ever, given our aging population. Immigrants are essential to maintaining a young and capable workforce, to ensuring we can find the doctors, construction workers, nurses, and early childhood educators...
Canada's artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem is among the best in the world. Since 2017, the government has invested over $2 billion towards AI in Canada. Fuelled by those investments, Canada is globally recognized for strong AI talent, research, and its AI sector.
Today, Canada's AI sector is ranked first in the...
In October 2023, federal, provincial, and territorial health ministers committed to streamline foreign credential recognition so that internationally educated health care professionals can get to work more quickly. On January 15, 2024, the government announced $86 million to support 15 projects through external organizations to increase credential recognition capacity for 6,600 internationally educated health care professionals.
To ensure every Canadian student can find an affordable place to live while pursuing their education, the federal government is taking action to stabilize international student intake across the country. By better aligning temporary immigration pressures to a moderate pace, Canada can ensure a better capacity to welcome newcomers.
Under the 2024–2026 Immigration Levels Plan, the government has carefully moderated the intake of new permanent residents, moving towards a long-term approach that seeks to strike a balance between meeting the economic imperatives and enhancing the ability of communities to effectively welcome and integrate immigrants.
The government has also...
Being laid off is challenging, especially when your work visa and residency in the U.S. depend on your employment status. If you're an H-1B visa holder who has recently been laid off, it’s crucial to understand your options and act quickly to maintain your legal status. Here’s a guide to help you...
