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11/04/2021

How to Spot a Fake Job Offer.

Job offer fraud is on the rise, especially in the world of immigration. As a top immigration law firm in Canada, it is our priority to make sure that we are doing all that we can to make sure our clients avoid mistakes or scams, such as a fake job offer, along their immigration journey.

First of all, you should know it is illegal to ask someone to pay for a Canadian job or a job offer letter. Any job offer letter should have the company’s official letterhead, and should contain their contact information.



Applying for a job in Canada

The following five steps will guide you through the process of applying for a job in Canada!
Update your resume or C.V. and cover letter: A resume, sometimes called a curriculum vitae (CV), is a document that contains details about your education, achievements, and employment history.

Your resume and cover letter will often be the first thing an employer looks at. It is important to make a good first impression. Your resume should include all relevant work experience as well as achievements you are proud of, both personal and professional. Your cover letter should explain why you are right for the job.

Research: Spend some time doing research about companies where you think you would like to work. You can visit their websites to get an idea of the company culture and to find out about any job openings.

Use social media to your advantage: Social media is a powerful networking tool that can help you along your job search, if you use it the right way.

Check out our guide to help you build your social media presence in order to benefit your Canadian job search.

References: Strong references help employers learn more about you and your employment history. This can be a valuable resource when job hunting. Asking previous employers in your home country to provide references can go a long way to landing you a job in Canada.

Follow up: In a competitive job market, checking in with the employer and showing enthusiasm for the job can set you apart. You can follow up after submitting your resume to demonstrate your interest, and also after an interview to thank them for their consideration.

11/04/2021

The Ultimate Guide to Finding a Job in Canada in 2021

A job offer from a Canadian employer can significantly increase your chance of being invited to apply for permanent residence. Under Express Entry, candidates with job offers can claim extra Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points. A job offer is also an eligibility criteria for many Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) aligned with Express Entry.

According to this report from Statistics Canada, more than a quarter of Canada’s workforce is made up of immigrants. With an aging population and significant labour shortages, Canada’s need for skilled workers is greater than ever.

According to multinational employment agency Randstad, the 15 most in-demand jobs in Canada for 2021 are:



Sales associate
Driver
Receptionist
Welder
Developer
Business development manager
General labourer
Project manager
Heavy duty mechanic
Merchandiser
Electrical engineer
Accountant
HR manager
Financial advisor
Registered nurse
If you have experience in one of these areas, your skills may be in high demand!

The Canadian economy added nearly one million jobs as businesses that were closed due to COVID-19-related restrictions begin to reopen. Here is a list of resources that may be helpful along your job hunt.

Canada Job Bank:

This tool can help you search jobs posted by employers across Canada. You can get matched with a job based on your credentials and work experience.

Government of Canada Jobs: Find current job postings with the Canadian government.

Student Employment: Search job opportunities for students listed by the Canadian government and private employers.

11/04/2021

The Easiest Provinces to Get Canadian Permanent Residence in 2021

There are more than 80 different PNPs, each with their own unique eligibility requirements. PNPs let provinces respond to their own unique immigration needs. Often, PNPs are designed to fill gaps in the labour force, so they will target candidates with experience in high-demand occupations.

Many PNPs require candidates to have a connection to the province, through previous work experience in the province, previous study in the province, or a job offer from an employer in the province. However, there are a few PNPs that are perfect for those living outside of Canada who don’t have any connection to Canada’s provinces.

These are the three easiest provinces to get Canadian permanent residence in 2021:

#1 – Saskatchewan’s International Skilled Worker

#2 – Alberta’s Express Entry Stream

#3 – Ontario’s Human Capital Priorities Stream

11/04/2021

Why Now Is The Time To Immigrate to Canada



1) The Canadian Economy is Booming
According to a recent report from Statistics Canada, the Canadian economy added more than one million jobs in June,2020.

A strong Canadian economy and job market means that Canada’s need for foreign workers increases. This is good news for prospective permanent residents and work permit seekers.

The Canadian government has resumed regular Express Entry draws, issuing invitations to apply to candidates across all categories including Federal Skilled Workers (FSW) and Federal Skilled Trades (FST).



2) You Can Make Canada Your Forever Home
While a skilled worker could potentially wait decades before obtaining permanent residence in the US, Canada’s immigration system allows skilled workers to apply directly for permanent residence if they qualify for a program.

If granted permanent residency, a person is given the right to live and work anywhere in Canada, plus access to Canadian universal healthcare and social services.



3) The Canadian Dream is the New American Dream
The number of immigrants coming to Canada has been on the rise over the past few years. From 2015 to 2019, Canada’s immigration numbers rose by 26%.

Meanwhile, in the United States, immigration numbers fell by 7% between 2016 and 2018. This trend is expected to continue as Trump’s immigration policies grow increasingly hostile.

American companies are also looking to their Canada for better opportunities to recruit overseas skilled workers.

The Canadian government is continuing to monitor the situation and coming up with ways to simplify the application process. They are urging foreign nationals to continue preparing their applications. Foreign nationals who are interested in building a life in Canada should not be deterred by the limitations of the pandemic, but should see it as an opportunity, and the beginning of their Canadian immigration journey.

11/04/2021

Common Canadian Immigration Mistakes And How To Fix Them.

The following are the top five most common mistakes we see applicants make when applying for Canadian immigration.

1) Having less than one year of continuous full-time experience in your primary NOC code
Indicating a primary NOC code on your Express Entry profile that you have less than a year of continuous full-time experience (30 hours/week), or a code that doesn’t fall under skill level O, A, or B, will be an automatic rejection.

Solution: Only indicate a primary NOC code that you can prove you have at least one year, in the last ten years, of skilled, full-time work experience. You should also be aware that whatever you indicate as your primary NOC code will not affect your employment prospects in Canada. Once you are a Canadian permanent resident, you are free to work in any position or industry you wish.

2) Not proving intention to reside outside of Quebec
If you are currently living or working in Quebec and intend to stay in Quebec after the successful completion of your immigration application, you should ideally apply for a Quebec immigration program.

That said, just because you are living in Quebec doesn’t mean you can’t apply for federal immigration. The results of both federal or Quebec immigration applications are the same, Canadian permanent residence. As a Canadian permanent resident, your right to live and work anywhere in Canada is protected under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

Solution: Provide the visa officer with sufficient proof that although you may be working or living in Quebec now, upon approval of your immigration application, you will move outside the province of Quebec. This proof can come in many forms but a sworn declaration of your intent to reside outside Quebec is advisable to include in your application.

3) Waiting too long to submit
Anyone who has a qualifying application should submit as soon as possible, while they still can. Provincial nominee programs change frequently and immigration categories open and close quickly. If you don’t have an application in the Express Entry pool, you could miss out on immigration opportunities.

Solution: Submit your application as soon as you are eligible to apply.

4) Employment reference letters that don’t prove work experience
When most people think of employment reference letters they think of a document you received from your old boss or supervisor outlining your skills and accomplishments and why a future employer should hire you. These are great for your professional career but they will not help you with your application for Canadian immigration.

Reference letters for Canadian immigration require you to demonstrate:

Your official job title
The dates of your employment
Your salary
Your average hours per week
A detailed list of your employment duties

Solution: Provide whatever documents you can to satisfy the requirements mentioned above. For example, if an official reference letter doesn’t mention your salary, provide payslips. As another example, if your employment documentation doesn’t provide employment duties, get a sworn declaration of your daily tasks from a supervisor or colleague. It should be mentioned that the final decision regarding your employment documentation is at the discretion of the visa officer but the more supporting documents you can provide, the stronger your case will be.

5) Misrepresentation
Misrepresentation is a serious immigration offense. It can lead to your application being refused and you could be barred from applying for Canadian immigration for several years.

Solution: Be as honest about the details of your application, including your career history and any medical or criminality issues that you, or anyone accompanying you on your application, have had. Not all medical problems are a barrier to Canadian immigration and the same is true for a previous criminal record. If you aren’t sure what is and isn’t worth mentioning, you can consult an immigration attorney or simply list anything of concern and leave it to the discretion of the visa officer.

11/04/2021

What Canada Is Doing to Flatten the Curve

Canada has always been a world leader, the nation others look to in times of crisis, and this time around is no different. The Canadian government has responded quickly to the news of the global COVID-19 pandemic, putting in place measures to keep its citizens safe and taking steps to ensure all Canadians are getting the financial support they need.

The COVID-19 health crisis continues to pose a growing concern around the world. Experts are particularly concerned with the ways in which US authorities have been handling the growing crisis, stating that the country will likely see more than 100,000 coronavirus-related deaths. It is expected that the repercussions for the economy will be catastrophic.

Meanwhile, the Canadian government has responded quickly to the news of the global COVID-19 pandemic, putting in place measures to take care of its citizens and safeguard the economy as much as possible. Canada was able to observe the response of other countries facing the crisis before COVID-19 came to Canada. It was quick at shutting down schools and non-essential businesses in order to discourage the spread of the virus.

The Canadian government is investing $275 million towards research to fight COVID-19. The funding will mainly go to researchers across the country with a focus on developing and implementing measures to rapidly detect, manage, and reduce the transmission of COVID-19.

Researchers have been mandated to come up with rapid tests as well as working towards the development of a vaccine. Federal Health Minister Patty Hajdu signed an interim order to provincial labs to prioritize testing for COVID-19. This should speed up the process and increase testing across Canada.

The Canadian government has announced the launch of a new benefit for anyone experiencing income loss due to COVID-19. The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) will provide up to $2000 a month for 4 months for Canadians, and would apply to individuals who may not qualify for EI, including contract workers and the self-employed.

11/04/2021

If Chasing the American Dream, Canada May Be a More Welcoming Alternative.

There is no denying that the coronavirus has changed the world of immigration. With borders closing down and international travel coming to a standstill, many are wondering what the future of immigration will look like.

The number of immigrants coming to Canada has been on the rise over the past few years. From 2015 to 2019, Canada’s immigration numbers rose by 26%. Meanwhile, in the United States, immigration numbers fell by 7% between 2016 and 2018. This trend is expected to continue as Trump’s immigration policies grow increasingly hostile.

The goal of the departmental plan is to attract top talent to fill Canada’s labour shortages, promote innovation, and stimulate the Canadian economy.

With an aging population and significant labour shortages, Canada’s immigration needs have only become more pressing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although processing times may be slower, the IRCC has confirmed that it plans to continue to admit as many foreign nationals as possible.

One of the ways that Canada attracts and retains global talent is through the Global Talent Stream (GTS). The pilot program was launched in 2017 with the goal of helping Canadian employers recruit the workforce they need to support their business. The program allows select skilled workers to have their applications fast-tracked, with some obtaining a Canadian work permit in as little as two weeks.

Canada is also one of the top destinations for international students, partially due to the availability of the Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) which allows graduates the chance to stay in Canada and work after finishing their studies. The PGWP offers international students a pathway to Canadian permanent residence, making Canada an increasingly attractive option for foreign nationals who are looking to build a new life in North America.

The U.S. has a similar program for graduates in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The Optional Practical Training program (OPT) allows graduates to remain in the U.S. and work for up to 24 months following the completion of their studies. The Trump administration is considering imposing restrictions on this program in order to reduce competition for American graduates.

The OPT is a driving force for international student enrollment in the U.S. In the last year, Trump has also imposed further restrictions on the popular H-1B visa, effectively limiting pathways for both international students and skilled workers to obtain permanent residence in the U.S.

Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino has stated that immigration will play a key role in Canada’s economic recovery post-COVID.

The Canadian government is continuing to monitor the situation and coming up with ways to simplify the application process. They are urging foreign nationals to continue preparing their applications. Foreign nationals who are interested in building a life in Canada should not be deterred by the limitations of the pandemic, but should see it as an opportunity, and the beginning of their Canadian immigration journey.

11/04/2021

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