Ontario Calls On Federal Government To Double Its Skilled Immigrant Allocation

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Ontario Calls On Federal Government To Double Its Skilled Immigrant Allocation

Canada immigration news: Ontario wants to double the number of skilled immigrants allowed to settle in the province, the province’s immigration minister has told the federal government.

“I’ve called on the federal government to increase the number of skilled newcomers Ontario can welcome,” tweeted out Immigration Minister Monte McNaughton. “We are facing a historic labour shortage.

“Our government wants to build back a better, stronger Ontario – but we need the people to do it,” he wrote.

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Doubling the number of immigrants allowed under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) would bring it to 18,000 from the current 9,000 annually now allowed. 

Ontario Wants More Skilled Worker Immigrants To Resolve Labour Shortage

The Ontario immigration minister is hoping this will help the province deal with its almost 316,000 vacant jobs. Statistics Canada figures show the number of vacant jobs in Ontario has shot up by 82,000, or roughly 35 per cent, from the 234,000 last year.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) data shows Ontario welcomed 18,040 new permanent residents under the federal Skilled Worker program last year during the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2019, the last full year before the pandemic, IRCC figures show 44,075 new permanent residents settled in Ontario under that program.

Border closures and pandemic public health restrictions greatly reduced the number of new immigrants under that program this year. 

Global Talent Stream Offers Way For Skilled Workers To Immigrate

In the first eight months of 2021, there were 3,555 new permanent residents to Ontario under the federal skilled worker program. 

Skilled workers who want to immigrate to Canada can often avail themselves of the Global Talent Stream (GTS) of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) through which Canadian work permits and visa applications are processed within two weeks to fill labour shortages.

They can also apply under economic immigration programs, including the Atlantic Immigration Pilot, Canadian Experience, Caregiver, Skilled Trade and SkilledWorker programs.

British Columbia Immigration Invites 340 Candidates In Two New Provincial Draws

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British Columbia Immigration Invites 340 Candidates In Two New Provincial Draws

Canada immigration news: Two new draws through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program saw the province issue invitations to a total of 340 candidates.

The November 9 draws featured a general draw, and a second draw targeting two NOC codes: 0621 for Retail and Wholesale Trade Managers and 0631 for Restaurant and Food Service Managers.

In the general draw, the province issued 287 invitations across five streams, with minimum scores ranging from 69 to 94.

In the NOC-specific draw, 53 invites were issued through four streams, all featuring minimum scores of 104.

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Latest General B.C. Immigration Draw

Date

Category

Minimum Score

Invitations Issued

09-Nov-21

SI – Skilled Worker

93

Total: 287

 

SI – International Graduate

80

SI – Entry Level and Semi-Skilled

69

 

EEBC – Skilled Worker

94

 

EEBC – International Graduate

80

Source: www.welcomebc.ca

B.C. Draw Targeting NOCs 0621, 0631

Date

Category

Minimum Score

Invitations Issued

09-Nov-21

SI – Skilled Worker

104

Total: 53

 

SI – International Graduate

104

 

EEBC – Skilled Worker

104

 

EEBC – International Graduate

104

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Final 2021 International Experience Canada Program Invitations Issued Friday

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Final 2021 International Experience Canada Program Invitations Issued Friday

Canada immigration news: The final invitations for the 2021 International Experience Canada Program, which offers Canada work permits for younger adults, will be issued this Friday in all remaining pools.

“To be considered for the 2021 season, you must submit your profile before 9 a.m. EST on Nov. 12, 2021,” said a tweet from the program’s official account.

“If you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) before the season closes, or if you have already started your work permit application, you will be able to complete and submit your application after Nov. 12.”

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Under the IEC, Canadians aged 18 to 35 can live and work in one of almost 40 countries and young people from those countries can live and work in Canada. 

IEC Offers Three Categories For Young Adults To Experience Canada

There are three categories under the IEC program: working holiday; international co-op; and young professionals.

Under the working holiday category, candidates receive open work permits that allow them to work anywhere in the host country. They do not have to have a job offer and can work for more than one employer while in the country.

Under the international co-op, or internship, category, students receive employer-specific work permits to gain experience in their field of study. 

The work placement or internship must be a requirement for the course of study and so the work permits are employer-specific. These participants must work for the same employer in the same location for the entire duration of their stay.

The young professionals’ category allows participants to receive employer-specific work permits to gain targeted, professional work experience that is within their field of study or career path. 

The job must be one that contributes to the participant’s professional development. The work permit given is employer-specific. 

Italy and Canada Expand IEC Agreement 

In December last year, Ottawa and the Italian government inked a deal to expand the IEC to allow young people in each country to work more often and for longer periods of time.

Through the IEC Youth Mobility Agreement, Canadian and Italian youth became to be able to work and travel in one another countries for up to 12 months. 

They can now also participate in the program twice, allowing them to work and travel in the other country for up to two years. 

Under the current youth mobility agreements Canada has with 36 other countries and territories, most young adults from abroad can only stay in Canada for six months. 

Canada Ranks No 1 In World For Immigration Policies, Investment Climate

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Canada Ranks No 1 In World For Immigration Policies, Investment Climate

Canada immigration news: The 2021 Anholt-Ipsos Nation Brands Index (NBI) ranks Canada as the top country in the world for its immigration practices and investment climate.

In the past couple of years, Canada has come in third place in the NBI’s overall rankings. This year, though, the country advanced to the number two spot behind Germany in the survey of 60 nations.

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“NBI 2021 is the first time that Canada has moved up to the second place. First place rankings on the governance, people, and immigration and investment indices, as well as relatively steady rankings on exports, tourism, and culture, contributed to Canada’s record ranking in 2021,” notes the report by Ipsos, the world’s third-largest Insights and analytics company.

“The reason for the optimism is a strong rebound in consumer retail sales, which comprise about 55 percent of the country’s GDP, so far this year.”

Immigration A Top Priority For Canada

The NBI, launched in 2005, was designed by Simon Anholt, a professor recognized as the world’s leading authority on national image who has written six books about countries, cultures and globalization.

A key strategy in Canada’s plan to recover economically in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic is immigration.

Immigration Minister Sean Fraser reiterated Canada’s commitment to its ambitious immigration target for this year shortly after being sworn into Cabinet.

“Roughly three-quarters of the way through 2021, we’re on track to meet our goal of welcoming 401,000 new permanent residents this year,” said Alexander Cohen, the immigration minister’s press secretary, in an e-mail last week.

“Against all odds, we’ve managed to keep our immigration system working in the face of a once-in-a-century pandemic, while ensuring rigorous health protocols are in place and enforced.”

Canada s hoping to welcome more than 1.2 million newcomers between 2021 and 2023 with 401,000 new permanent residents to Canada this year, 411,000 in 2022 and 421,000 in 2023.

As the Canadian economy shakes off the fourth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic and begins to return to a state closer to normal with vaccine passports and high vaccination rates reducing the need for as stringent public health restrictions, business owners are getting more optimistic about the future.

Canadian Business Owners Optimistic About Recovery

“Sunny days for retail sales are here,” proclaimed Conference Board of Canada economist Kiefer Van Mulligen in his “Quick Take” report on Aug. 20.

“An acceleration in vaccination programs in June prompted some (though not all) provinces to ease restrictions,” he wrote. “This allowed many Canadians to head out to patios, book vacations and engage in social activities. All of which meant more spending.”

According to Statistics Canada, 75.7 percent of Canadian business owners now report having a somewhat or very optimistic outlook on the year ahead.

Almost a quarter of the businesses surveyed by the statistical services agency of the Canadian government at the start of the third quarter of the year are expecting demand for products and services to go up and more than one in five businesses is expecting prices for their goods and services to also rise.

Foreign investors looking to ride that wave as the Canadian economy rebounds can apply for permanent residence in Canada through the country’s Start-Up Visa program.

Start-Up Climate In Canada One Of Best In World

The Canadian start-up climate is a good one, particularly during the pandemic.

In the 2021 Global Start-up Ecosystem Index Report, Canada was again ranked fourth – and boasts more cities in the top 50 than any other countries with only two exceptions: the much-larger United States and China.

“Canada is fortunate to have three cities in the top 50 globally, with the ecosystem of Montreal increasing three spots to rank 46th globally. Only the U.S. and China have more cities in the top 50 than Canada, showing the diversity of the nation’s strong global and regional hubs,” noted the report.

Manitoba Invites 421 Candidates In New Immigration Draw

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Manitoba Invites 421 Candidates In New Immigration Draw

Canada immigration news: A new draw through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program saw the province issued 421 Letters of Advice to Apply to skilled workers and international graduates.

The November 1 draw saw LAAs issued through three MPNP streams.

Skilled Workers in Manitoba received 350 LAAs, with the lowest ranked candidates scoring 460 points.

International Education Stream candidates received 33 LAAs.

The remaining 38 LAAs went to Skilled Workers Overseas candidates through a Strategic Recruitment Initiative, with a minimum score of 713.

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Manitoba stated that 75 of the 421 candidates had valid Express Entry IDs and job seeker validation codes.

For detailed requirements of all the streams featured in this draw, please see below.

This was the 129th draw in the history of the MPNP.

What Were the Details of the Latest Manitoba Draw?

Stream

Sub-Stream

Letters of Advice to Apply

Score of Lowest Ranked Candidate

1) Skilled Workers in Manitoba

350

460

2) International Education Stream

33

–

3) Skilled Workers Overseas

Strategic Recruitment Initiative

38

713

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How Do I Qualify For The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream?

The Skilled Worker in Manitoba Stream (SWM) is based on the specific needs of Manitoba employers. SWM selects foreign-trained workers with the required skills and nominates them for Canada permanent residence. The stream prioritizes candidates with a strong attachment to Manitoba, with two pathways to Manitoba immigration.

a) Manitoba Work Experience Pathway

For applicants currently working in Manitoba on temporary work permits, through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program or as international graduates from any province. Candidates do not need to be working in In-Demand Occupations.

b) Employer Direct Recruitment Pathway

For applicants from overseas with job offers from approved Manitoba employers.

How Do I Qualify For The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream?

The Skilled Worker Overseas Stream (SWO) includes both a dedicated Canada Express Entry Pathway and a direct provincial pathway.

It is aimed at international skilled workers with skills and training in Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations. Priority is given to applicants and spouses with close family connections, plus the language proficiency, training and experience to find jobs quickly.

a) Manitoba Express Entry Pathway

For international candidates eligible under another MPNP stream, who also meet Express Entry criteria and have an active Express Entry profile. Candidates need skills, training and experience in one of Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations, and a strong family connection to the province.

b) Human Capital Pathway

For international skilled workers with skills, training and experience in one of Manitoba’s In-Demand Occupations. Candidates must demonstrate potential to find employment soon after they arrive in Manitoba.

What Are The Requirements For the International Education Stream?

The International Education Stream (IES) is dedicated to international graduates from Manitoba colleges and universities. Under IES, candidates are no longer required to work for six months in their field before applying for an MPNP nomination. It has three pathways:

1) Career Employment Pathway  

Eligibility requirements include:

  • Completed a one-year or longer course from an eligible post-secondary Manitoba institution within three years of submission of application.
  • Have a full-time job offer in a Manitoba In-Demand occupation related to the completed degree
  • Resident of Manitoba

2) Graduate Internship Pathway

Masters and Doctoral degree holders who have completed Mitacs Accelerate or Elevate internships can apply for nomination through internships even without a job offer in the province.

3) Student Entrepreneur Pathway

Eligibility requirements include:

  • Completed a two-year or longer course from an eligible post-secondary Manitoba institution
  • Six months business operation experience in Manitoba
  • Resident of Manitoba since graduation.
  • No specific minimum personal net worth requirement

International Student Enrolment To Rise Above Pre-COVID Levels For Online MBA Programs

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International Student Enrolment To Rise Above Pre-COVID Levels For Online MBA Programs

Canada immigration news: A survey by QS Quacquarelli Symonds reveals international student enrolments at Canadian business schools are expected to soar to levels higher than before the COVID-19 pandemic because of measures put in place during the travel restrictions. 

“There is optimism that the fall semester will see a return to the status quo for Canadian business schools, while an extension of the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program to encompass offshore online study will have helped to maintain interest in Canada as a study destination while international travel was unavailable,” notes QS in its latest report.

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 “Others believe that their new online executive MBA programs will allow them to reach greater numbers of international students than they had before the pandemic,” states the report on the survey. 

COVID-19 Made Life Harder For International Students

In Leading The Way In The COVID-19 Recovery, the biggest international higher education network in the world outlines a lot of the pain caused the pandemic.

“We saw the struggles of the pandemic amplified for international students, in particular, who were required to either study from their home country in often inhospitable time-zones, or in-country but confined to their home without access to the social, networking and employment opportunities that they would otherwise have had,” notes the report.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) data shows that international students are an important source of new permanent residents to Canada.

During the pandemic, 20,445 new permanent residents to Canada were people who had previously been international students.  

In 2019, the last full year prior to the arrival of COVID-19 in Canada, the country welcomed 11,565 new permanent residents who had previously had study permits.

Flexibility Added To International Student Programs

Immigration officials courted international students during the pandemic by allowing them to take all of their courses via distance education in their home countries without losing their study permits and the benefits that come with them.

That flexibility offered to international students boosted Canada’s reputation in the eyes of many of those students.

“In May, 2020, Navitas surveyed its global agent network to explore how COVID-19 was changing the fortunes of international study destinations,” said Jon Chew, head of strategic insights and analytics at Navitas.

“Findings from that initial survey showed that Canada’s reputation as a study destination had been enhanced by its government’s handling of the pandemic. At that time, New Zealand, Australia and Canada were leading the pack.”

In September, Navitas repeated its survey and got similar results. If anything had changed during the height of the pandemic, it was that Canada’s handling of the pandemic had further enhanced its reputation as a favourable place to come and study.

Third of International Students Want To Stay In Canada

A big draw for international students looking to study abroad in Canada’s PGWP that allows them to stay in Canada, work, and eventually apply for permanent residence. 

In a recent survey, roughly a third of international students who planned to attend college or university in Canada said they hoped to do just that.

Despite the PGWP and opportunity to study online while enrolled at Canadian universities and colleges, international student enrolment in Canada fell considerably during the pandemic.

 “Nation-wide, Canada saw a 17-per cent drop in international enrolments between 2019 and 2020,” the QS survey reveals. 

Saskatchewan Invites 65 In Largest Entrepreneur Immigration Draw Of 2021

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Saskatchewan Invites 65 In Largest Entrepreneur Immigration Draw Of 2021

Canada immigration news: Saskatchewan immigration has issued 65 invitations with a minimum score of 100 in its largest Entrepreneur stream draw since their resumption after the COVID-19 crisis.

The November 4 draw is the third since the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) suspended them as of March 2020, the month the deadly virus first swept through Canada, forcing governments to impose restrictions.

Saskatchewan Entrepreneur Stream 2021 Draws

Date

Lowest score

Average score

Highest score

Number of invitations

04-Nov-21

100

110

130

65

02-Sep-21

110

115

125

41

12-Jul-21

120

125

155

28

Source: https://www.saskatchewan.ca

Saskatchewan prioritizes three selection factors to separate candidates with the same score on the Entrepreneur stream points grid.

The three factors, in order of priority, are:

  1. Official language ability.
  2. Those with businesses planned for a key economic sector.
  3. Completion of an exploratory visit.

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The Saskatchewan immigration Entrepreneur stream is a three-stage process:

  1. Expression of interest
  2. Invitation to submit application
  3. Nomination

The expression of interest must meet the following minimum entry requirements:

  • Minimum net worth of $500,000 legally acquired.
  • Minimum of three years of entrepreneurial or relevant management experience.
  • Investment of at least $300,000 in Regina or Saskatoon, or $200,000 in any other Saskatchewan area.

Candidates enter a pool where they receive a score. The top scoring candidates are invited to submit an application.

Applications must include:

  • Business Establishment Plan confirming figures in expression of interest, and including at least one third ownership of a company in Saskatchewan, unless investment is $1 million or higher.
  • Commitment to be active in day-to-day management of business.
  • Creation of two or more jobs for Canadian citizens or permanent residents if the business is located in Regina or Saskatoon.

U.S. Opening Border To Fully-Vaccinated Canadians From Monday

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U.S. Opening Border To Fully-Vaccinated Canadians From Monday

Canada immigration news: The U.S. is opening its border to fully-vaccinated Canadian from Monday – but the trip back home is going to be too costly to just cross the border to buy cheap gas and do a little shopping.

“Starting Nov. 8, fully-vaccinated, non-citizen travelers arriving at a U.S. land port of entry or ferry terminal for non-essential travel should be prepared with appropriate documentation,” notes the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

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Those requirements for Canadians heading south include:

  • presenting proof of COVID-19 vaccination as outlined on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website, and;
  • verbally attesting to their non-essential travel and COVID-19 vaccination status.

“Individuals engaged in essential travel will not be required to be vaccinated at this time. Starting in January 2022, however, all inbound foreign national travelers crossing U.S. land ports of entry or ferry terminals, whether for essential or non-essential reasons, must be fully-vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide related proof of vaccination,” states the American border agency on its website.

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That’s good news for fully-vaxxed Canadian snowbirds – and those with family near the border.

“This is good news for businesses and families that have suffered under the continued border shutdown,” tweeted New York Congressman Brian Higgins when the re-opening was first announced.

By Monday, the U.S. border will have been closed to non-essential travel for 19 months and 19 days, since March 21 last year. 

Border Re-Opening Does Little For Day-Tripping Canadians

But the re-opening of the border to non-essential travel does little to those Canadians who live near the United States and like to hop across the border for a bit of shopping.

Everyone entering Canada still has to submit information into ArriveCAN using the app or website within 72 hours of their planned entry into the country and provide their:

  • pre-arrival COVID-19 molecular test result;
  • travel and contact information;
  • 14-day travel history;
  • quarantine plan (if required);
  • vaccination information (for fully vaccinated travellers); and
  • COVID-19 symptom self-assessment.

Those PCR tests costs between $150 and $300, effectively making day trips to the United States to cash in on lower retail prices south of the border a waste of time for most shoppers.

On Twitter, the need for the PCR tests to re-enter Canada has many furious.

“Still need a PCR test coming home even though double-vaccinated. It’s BS!” complained one Twitter user. “Enough of this!”

PCR Requirement Is Overkill, Say Some

In another tweet another user called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to do away with the PCR tests, claiming these do nothing but enrich American companies that administer the tests.

“Let’s eliminate the PCR tests coming home to Canada. Vaccines work. Stop making Americans richer!” she wrote.

Others complain the requirement that the traveller is fully-vaccinated is itself unfair since the vaccines do not prevent all transmission of Covid-19.

“It should be open for all, not contingent on vax status,” tweeted one user. “There are still many families separated due to this discriminatory policy. Since the vaccine doesn’t stop transmission, at the very least, a family exemption or a negative test should suffice.”

The Frontier Duty-Free Association (FDFA), an association representing Canada’s land border duty-free stores, agrees.

“Our road to recovery also depends on the Canadian government eliminating the negative PCR test requirement,” the association tweeted.

The Future Borders Coalition, an organization promoting efficiency and security at the border, has supported the re-opening but indicated it wants more information on how everything will play out.

“We await details on testing protocols and other entry requirements. Adequate Customs Border Patrol staffing at the border and proof of vaccination solutions are essential to avoid delays,” the organization tweeted. 

Quebec Moves To Ease Process For Employers To Hire From Overseas

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Quebec Moves To Ease Process For Employers To Hire From Overseas

Canada immigration news: Quebec has moved to ease the process for employers to hire from overseas in a slew of high-demand occupations through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).

The province has published lists of jobs it has submitted to the federal government that will qualify for:

  • simplified work permit processing, 
  • exemptions from posting and recruitment efforts, and 
  • 10% to 20% increases in thresholds of TFWs per workplace.

The changes, announced by the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Solidarity, are designed to help address chronic labour shortages in the French-speaking province.

A ministry press release said a strong consensus had been reach following meetings with industry stakeholders.

Important sectors covered by the new rules include retail trade, accommodation and catering as well as food processing, where the labour shortages are sharpest.

“The negotiated flexibilities will allow several companies to obtain labor reinforcement while respecting workers’ rights,” said the press release.

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Jean Boulet, Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Immigration called for the federal government to act promptly to rubber-stamp the changes.

“I am very happy to present the Quebec consensus today. In the current context of labor shortage, every action counts,” he said. 

“That is why our government is working tirelessly to ensure that the Temporary Foreign Worker Program meets the needs of Quebec businesses. 

“Now that we have clarified the sectors of economic activity and the occupations that will benefit from the flexibilities, we expect the swift implementation by the federal government. These workers must obtain their work permit as soon as possible. “

The changes come following an August 4 agreement between the Quebec and federal governments, that action was needed on the TFWP and International Mobility Program.

Following that agreement, on October 13, Quebec adopted a resolution of employers and unions highlighting the importance of foreign workers in addressing the provincial labour shortage.

The lists, included below, were sent to the federal government on November 1. The temporary changes are expected to be in place until the end of 2023.

Level C professions added to the list of professions eligible for simplified processing

NOC

Job description

1415

Personnel clerks

1434

Banking, insurance and other financial clerks

1435

Collectors

1522

Storekeepers and partspersons

1525

Dispatchers

1526

Transportation route and crew schedulers

3411

Dental assistants

3413

Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates

4413

Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants

6411

Sales and account representatives

6421

Retail salespersons

6531

Tour and travel guides

6563

Pet groomers and animal care workers

7452

Material handlers

7511

Transport truck drivers

7512

Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators

7521

Heavy equipment operators (except crane)

7522

Public works maintenance equipment operators and related workers

8421

Chain saw and skidder operators

8422

Silviculture and forestry workers

9411

Machine operators, mineral and metal processing

9412

Foundry workers

9416

Metalworking and forging machine operators

9417

Machining tool operators

9418

Other metal products machine operators

9422

Plastics processing machine operators

9423

Rubber processing machine operators and related workers

9431

Sawmill machine operators 

9436

Lumber graders and other wood processing inspectors and graders

9446

Industrial sewing machine operators

9461

Process control and machine operators, food, beverage and associated products processing

9462

Industrial butchers and meat cutters, poultry preparers and related workers

9463

Fish and seafood plant workers

9532

Furniture and fixture assemblers and inspectors

9534

Furniture finishers and refinishers

9535

Plastic products assemblers, finishers and inspectors

9536

Industrial painters, coaters and metal finishing process operators

Level D professions exempt from the external posting process

NOC

Job description

6611

Cashiers

6622

Store shelf stockers, clerks and order fillers

6711

Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations

6731

Light duty cleaners

6732

Specialized cleaners

6733

Janitors, caretakers and building superintendents

8612

Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers

8616

Logging and forestry labourers

9612

Labourers in metal fabrication

9614

Labourers in wood, pulp and paper processing

9615

Labourers in rubber and plastic products manufacturing

9617

Labourers in food, beverage and associated products processing

9618

Labourers in fish and seafood processing

Sectors and professions targeted by the 10% to 20% increase in the TFW threshold per workplace, in the low-wage component

Sector

NOC

Profession

Retail trade excluding food

6611

Cashiers

6622

Store shelf stockers, clerks and order fillers

6732

Specialized cleaners

Accommodation and catering

6611

Cashiers

6711

Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations

6731

Light duty cleaners

Manufacture of food, drinks and tobacco

9617

Labourers in food, beverage and associated products processing

Management of companies and companies and services administrative, support and others

6731

Light duty cleaners

6732

Specialized cleaners

6733

Janitors, caretakers and building superintendents

8612

Landscaping and grounds maintenance labourers

Healthcare

6731

Light duty cleaners

Forestry and logging

8616

Logging and forestry labourers

Metal manufacturing

9612

Labourers in metal fabrication

Plastic and rubber manufacturing

9615

Labourers in rubber and plastic products manufacturing

Wood manufacturing

9614

Labourers in wood, pulp and paper processing

NOC 0, A and B occupations added to the list of professions eligible for simplified processing

NOC

Job Description

0113

Purchasing managers

0211

Engineering managers

0212

Architecture and science managers

0601

Corporate sales managers

0632

Accommodation service managers

1123

Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations

1211

Supervisors, general office and administrative support workers

1221

Administrative officers

1241

Administrative assistants

1314

Assessors, valuators and appraisers

2211

Chemical technologists and technicians

2212

Geological and mineral technologists and technicians

2244

Aircraft instrument, electrical and avionics mechanics, technicians and inspectors

2252

Industrial designers

2253

Drafting technologists and technicians

2261

Non-destructive testers and inspection technicians

5111

Librarians

5113

Archivists

5225

Audio and video recording technicians

5242

Interior designers and interior decorators

5243

Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers

6222

Retail and wholesale buyers

6311

Food service supervisors

6313

Accommodation, travel, tourism and related services supervisors

6321

Chefs

6322

Cooks

6332

Bakers

6342

Tailors, dressmakers, furriers and milliners

7204

Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades

7244

Electrical power line and cable workers

7305

Supervisors, motor transport and other ground transit operators

7315

Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors

7322

Motor vehicle body repairers

9212

Supervisors, petroleum, gas and chemical processing and utilities

Canada Unemployment Rate Drops To 6.7% As COVID-19 Recovery Continues

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Canada Unemployment Rate Drops To 6.7% As COVID-19 Recovery Continues

Canada jobs figures showed a continued recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic, with unemployment dropping to a 20-month low of 6.7 percent in October. 

Unemployment is now just one percentage point higher than the pre-pandemic level of 5.7 percent, recorded in February 2020, according to the latest Statistics Canada Labour Force Survey.

Across Canada, employment grew by 31,000 jobs during the month, spearheaded by a number of industries, including retail trade, where 72,000 jobs were added.

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In the core working age group of 25 to 54-year-olds, employment increased by 53,00 jobs, concentrated in full-time work.

For core-aged men, employment returned to its pre-pandemic level in October, while for women in the same age group, employment is now 98,000 higher than before COVID-19 restrictions were imposed.

The figures represent a positive picture of Canada’s recovery from COVID-19.

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What Are The Labour Force Survey Highlights?

Unemployment rate (%)

6.7

Employment rate (%)

61.0

Labour force participation rate (%)

65.3

Number unemployed

1,365,600

Number working

19,162,400

Youth (15-24) unemployment rate (%)

10.2

Men (over 25) unemployment rate (%)

6.3

Women (over 25) unemployment rate (%)

5.8

Source: Statistics Canada

Provincial Canada Jobs Picture

Provincially, Ontario, British Columbia and New Brunswick spearheaded gains, while Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan saw decreases in employment levels.

Ontario added 37,000 jobs in October for its fifth consecutive month of increases. The province has gained 353,000 jobs since May for a current employment rate of 7 percent. The latest gains were concentrated in services-producing industries, focusing on retail trade.

Meanwhile, British Columbia added 10,400 jobs, although increases in full-time employment were offset by part-time decreases. 

Unemployment Rates In Canada’s Provinces

Jobs change in last month

Unemployment rate (%)

British Columbia

10,400

5.6

Alberta

-9,000

7.6

Saskatchewan

-6,500

6.2

Manitoba

-3,100

5.3

Ontario

37,000

7.0

Quebec

-300

5.6

New Brunswick

3,000

9.1

Nova Scotia

200

8.3

Prince Edward Island

400

9.1

Newfoundland & Labrador

-800

13.9

CANADA

31,200

6.7

Source: Statistics Canada

New Brunswick saw an increase of 3,000 jobs, concentrated in full-time work for core-aged men, aged 25 to 54. The province has an unemployment rate of 9.1 percent.

Of all the provinces, the lowest unemployment rates are seen in Manitoba (5.3 percent), British Columbia and Quebec (both 5.6 per cent).

Quebec City’s unemployment rate of3.8 percent is the lowest of all the Census Metropolitan Areas. The region has seen “continued year-over-year employment growth in professional, scientific and technical services and, more recently, in other services-producing industries,” according to Statistics Canada.

Canada Jobs By Industry

Two key industries saw important gains in October: retail trade and information, culture and recreation.

Retail trade added 72,000 jobs during the month, with employment returning to pre-pandemic levels for the first time since March 2021.

The mainly full-time gains were concentrated in Ontario and British Columbia.

Information, culture and recreation saw a third consecutive monthly rise, adding 15,000 jobs in October. “The upward trend … coincides with the loosening of capacity limits on recreational facilities, as well as sporting and cultural events, during the summer,” the Statistics Canada reports said.

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