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Canada welcomed 13,500 new citizens during the citizenship week

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Canada welcomed over 13,500 new citizens in 105 ceremonies across all provinces and territories during the citizenship week, almost double the average number of new citizens welcomed weekly throughout the year. Canada exceeded its citizenship goals in 2022, with nearly 364,000 new citizens.  The Citizenship Application Tracker was launched in May 2021 to streamline the application process, while online application processes have been made available for some clients. Since the launch of the new online testing platform in November 2020, nearly 546,000 people have taken citizenship tests online. IRCC is now inviting over 5,000 applicants every week to complete the test. The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship  “It was an honor to help welcome more than 13,500 newcomers to our Canadian family. In fact, it is among my favorite parts of my job. I’ve had the chance to think about all that being a Canadian means, like the freedom to live how we truly are, the connection to nature, and the possibility to realize our full potential regardless of where we come from, during Citizenship Week 2023. Every day I am grateful to be a Canadian, and I urge everyone to consider what that means to them.” Also Read: CANADIAN CITIZENS CELEBRATE CITIZENSHIP WEEK   In the first quarter of 2023, 84,720 immigrants became new citizens. According to the most recent data released by the IRCC in May 2023, in the first three months of 2023, 84,720 immigrants from 212 different countries became new Canadian citizens. Country of Birth Number of New Canadian Citizens Q1 2023 (January – March) India 16,068 Philippines 8,738 Nigeria 3,765 Syria 3,545 Pakistan 3,253 Iran 2,774 People’s Republic of China 2,572 United States of America 2,043 United Kingdom and Colonies 1,521 Iraq 1,506 Total 45,785   What are the processing times for Canadian Citizenship? According to the most recent official report, IRCC is now processing the majority (80%) of citizenship applications in the six months prior to this one in an average of 21 months.   Who is eligible for Canadian citizenship? After having physically resided in Canada for three years (1,095 days) of the five years immediately preceding the application for citizenship, the IRCC allows permanent residents to apply for Canadian citizenship. Being a citizen of Canada has advantages as unlike permanent residents, citizens are not subject to residency requirements. Click here to read complete details for eligibility requirements for Canadian Citizenship We regularly share updated Canadian immigration news, want to keep updated, add the latest immigration news in your feed: https://immigrationmatters.info/feed    Want to know more details about “Canada welcomed 13,500 new citizens during the citizenship week” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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CUAET Program

720,922 CUAET applicants have received approval since March 2022 Via CUAET Program

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On May 24, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the number of Ukrainian newcomers arriving in Canada under the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET) through CUAET Program.  According to the latest update, between January 1, 2022, and May 14, 2023, 30,020 Ukrainians arrived in Canada by land, and 192,390 Ukrainians reached by air.  Between March 17, 2022, and May 6, 2023, IRCC received 1,028,223 applications under the CUAET.  In total, IRCC has approved 720,922 applications from Ukrainian nationals. From March 17, 2022, to May 6, 2023, 154,981 Ukrainian arrived in Canada under the CUAET program.   About the CUAET Program One of the many unique programs the Canadian government took to assist the people of Ukraine is the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for emergency travel (CUAET). It offers free, extended temporary status to Ukrainians and their families, enabling them to live, work, and study in Canada until it is safe for them to return home.   Before, during, and after their immigration to Canada, Ukrainians and their families continue to receive support from settlement organizations and non-governmental organizations across the country. Local settlement service providers will continue to recommend CUAET clients apply for temporary housing and support help. Benefits and Features of the Program Ukrainians and their relatives migrating to Canada from abroad can apply for a free visitor visa and might be given permission to stay in Canada for three years rather than the usual six-month period. have the opportunity to submit a free open work permit application along with their visa application, allowing them to find work as soon as possible. will, in ordinary, non-complex cases, have their electronic visa application processed within 14 days of receiving a complete application. They are exempt from the COVID-19 vaccination requirements for acceptance into Canada, but they still have to submit to all other public health standards for travel, such as testing and quarantine. Ukrainians who receive or currently have temporary status in Canada, with their families may for a three-year extension of their temporary residence status. can leave and enter Canada whenever their visa remains in issue. can do this without paying for a new employment or study visa. can submit a free application for a new work or study permit. are qualified to enroll in both elementary and secondary education. If they weren’t doing so when initially reaching Canada, they could’ve been asked to complete and pay for an immigration medical exam (IME). Every Ukrainian, with their family members  They will not be charged for most of their application and processing fees, such as visa application fees, fees for biometric data collection, fees for applying for work and study permits, fees for visitor extensions, and fees for renewing work and study permits. all of their IRCC applications will be processed in priority order. If they are qualified, they may apply for permanent residency via a number of different immigration programs and streams. have access to the dedicated service channel of the IRCC. We regularly share updated Canadian immigration news, want to keep updated, add the latest immigration news in your feed: https://immigrationmatters.info/feed    Want to know more details about “Over 720,000 CUAET applicants have received approval since March 2022” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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lululemon’s growth in Vancouver

The Government of Canada supports lululemon’s growth in Vancouver

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lululemon, a Canadian company with British Columbia roots, has employed thousands of Canadians and brought skilled workers from abroad to the province, driving innovation in Canada.  The federal and provincial governments recognized Lululemon’s expansion project as a significant investment under the Canada-British Columbia Immigration Agreement, allowing the company to welcome international talent in high-skilled occupations.  This expansion includes growing store support and global training centers, creating employment growth and knowledge transfer over the next few years. Last year, lululemon employed about 9,000 workers in Canada.   The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Stated “Lululemon is a great example of Canadian success. Lululemon has established itself as a symbol of Canadian artisanship and entrepreneurial spirit as a company that stands for innovation, quality, and a rigid commitment to perfection. Our government will continue with an immigration strategy that makes sure companies like Lululemon can attract the talent they need to drive economic growth in Canada even as they maintain their global headquarters there and grow. Let’s recognize the significance of supporting our businesses through immigration and investing in the talent of our country since it is only through this synergy that we can ensure a prosperous future for everyone” The Honourable Anne Kang, British Columbia Minister of Municipal Affairs stated: “We support Lululemon to grow their footprint in Vancouver and increase the diversity of their employees. Their investment will help the economy and provide British Columbians with opportunities to work with talented individuals from across the world in well-paying jobs.”   About the Lululemon An international sportswear retailer with its main office in British Columbia and US incorporation in Delaware is known as Lululemon Athletica. It was founded in 1998 to sell yoga pants and other yoga apparel, but it has since grown to also sell athletic wear, lifestyle clothing, accessories, and personal care items. The business sells both online and at 574 stores across the globe. Lululemon to hire foreign workers without LMIA On February 28, 2023, the Government of Canada recognized Lululemon as a significant investment project in British Columbia. The company will benefit from a facilitative immigration measure under the Canada-British Columbia Immigration Agreement and hire foreign workers for various high-skilled occupations without applying for a labor market impact assessment (LMIA).  The Temporary Workers Annex of the Agreement grants British Columbia the authority to specify noteworthy investment enterprises that can be exempted from undergoing an LMIA process. Employment and Social Development Canada and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada then assess the project to determine if it meets the criteria. Click here to read the complete details We regularly share updated Canadian immigration news, want to keep updated, add the latest immigration news in your feed: https://immigrationmatters.info/feed    Want to know more details about “The Government of Canada supports Lululemon’s growth in Vancouver” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs. For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Citizenship Week Canada 2023

Canadian citizens celebrate Citizenship Week

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During  Citizenship Week from May 22 to 28, 2023, Canadian citizens celebrate the achievement of exceeding citizenship goals, with nearly 364,000 new citizens.  The final step in becoming a Canadian citizen is the citizenship ceremony, during which participants take the Oath of Citizenship. Close to 13,000 new Canadians will be welcomed this year at nearly 100 planned ceremonies.  An average of almost 30,000 permanent residents of Canada have taken the Oath of Citizenship monthly between April 1, 2022, and March 31, 2023, exceeding pre-COVID-19 volumes. Everyone who has the chance to participate in citizenship ceremonies finds it to be an emotional and meaningful experience. They offer a chance to witness brand-new Canadians achieve this great milestone and to reflect on the importance of citizenship, the rights it grants, and the duties it carries. A commitment to Canada and all Canadians is essential for citizenship.   Citizenship Week 2023 The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration of Canada, has formally declared May 22–May 28 as Citizenship Week 2023. The citizenship ceremonies that are scheduled to take place in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Vancouver, British Columbia, are ceremonies that the minister is excited to attend.   Who is eligible for Canadian citizenship? After having physically resided in Canada for three years (1,095 days) of the five years immediately preceding the application for citizenship, the IRCC allows permanent residents to apply for Canadian citizenship. Being a citizen of Canada has advantages as unlike permanent residents, citizens are not subject to residency requirements. They are also eligible to apply for Canadian passports and can cast votes in local, provincial, and federal elections. We regularly share updated Canadian immigration news, want to keep updated, add the latest immigration news in your feed: https://immigrationmatters.info/feed    Want to know more details about “Canadian citizens celebrate Citizenship Week” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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Immigration Minister

Immigration Minister waived application fees for family members of Canadians who fled Sudan

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On May 4, 2023, the Immigration Minister waived application fees for foreign nationals who fled Sudan with their Canadian family members – including Canadian citizens and permanent residents.  After arriving in Canada, Sudanese nationals can apply for an open work or study permit and permanent residence under the family class without paying the processing fee. Applicants seeking to enter Canada will continue to be subject to all other legal requirements and admissibility criteria.   Canada continues to call for an end to violence in Sudan and stands with the Sudanese people as they strive for peace. We are deeply concerned for the safety of people in the area, including families of Canadian citizens and permanent residents who have been forced to flee their homes. The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that the Government of Canada will waive temporary residence application fees for foreign nationals who fled Sudan with their Canadian family members.   The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship stated: “Canada continues to call for an end to violence in Sudan and stands with the Sudanese people as they strive for peace. We remain committed to helping the family members of Canadians who have been forced to flee this violence stay together and find safety in Canada.”   Want to know more details about the “Immigration Minister waived application fees for family members of Canadians who fled Sudan” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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CUAET applications

Canada received over a million CUAET applications from Ukrainian nationals

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Canada received over a million CUAET applications from Ukrainian nationals on May 3, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the number of Ukrainian newcomers arriving in Canada under the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET).  According to the latest update, between January 1, 2022, and April 23, 2023, 28,289 Ukrainians arrived in Canada by land, and 185,776 Ukrainians reached by air.  Between March 17, 2022, and April 22, 2023, IRCC received 1,008,241 applications under the CUAET.  In total, IRCC has approved 687,832 applications from Ukrainian nationals. From March 17, 2022, to April 22, 2023, 150,879 Ukrainian arrived in Canada under the CUAET program.   Extension of the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET) The Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET) and other temporary procedures are being extended by IRCC. This includes an Extension to apply for CUAET travel to Canada under the CUAET special measures access settlement services in Canada extending the one-time financial assistance given to qualifying Ukrainians and their family members Canada created the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for emergency travel (CUAET) measures in support of those affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine in order to assist Ukrainians and their families in immigrating to Canada as soon as possible and to give them the opportunity to work and study while there. The CUAET measures also provide individuals who are currently in Canada with the option to continue living, working, or studying in Canada temporarily by extending their visitor status, work visa, or study permit.   Want to know more details about “Canada received over a million CUAET applications from Ukrainian nationals” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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increase engagement in Latin America

The US, Spain, and Canada will partner to increase engagement in Latin America

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The United States, Spain, and Canada plan to work together to increase engagement in Latin America. The partnership aims to promote safe, orderly, humane, and regular migration while creating economic and social opportunities.  The three countries will expand regular labor migration opportunities, strengthen national governments’ ability to recruit, vet, and support workers, increase awareness of workers’ rights, and bring more international attention to the region.  Their cooperation is based on a shared dedication to the region’s people, a shared interest in addressing labor shortages in participating countries, a shared commitment to worker empowerment, and a shared awareness of the need to manage irregular migration.   The Los Angeles Declaration on Migration and Protection and the United States’ “Call to Action” for Central America both highlight the mutual hemispheric understanding, policy, and commitments that are expanded by this announcement.  The United States, Spain, and Canada have established specific goals that are part of this cooperative commitment. The three countries are committed to collaborating with the relevant regional governments in order to attain these ambitious objectives and to aid one another in doing so. The three nations will also collaborate with multilateral institutions and organizations to determine how they can promote labor migration pathways, particularly by promoting fair recruitment procedures and worker rights.   Canada: More than 50,000 foreign workers from Mexico, Guatemala, and the Caribbean came to Canada in 2022, solely for the agriculture industry. While almost all of the region’s temporary foreign workers work in the agricultural sector, trends in employer demand in the private sector point to increased future growth. Canada’s temporary employment pathways are determined by demand, and some organizations work directly with local stakeholders to fill labor market shortages.   As part of its joint commitment, Canada will make use of its current economic initiatives like the Agri-Food Pilot and paths for temporary foreign workers to offer safe, regular paths as an alternative to irregular migration. In addition, Canada is looking into further humanitarian pathways to accept and hire more refugees from the Americas.  This includes the recently enlarged Economic Mobility Pathway Pilot, which offers an additional economic immigration path for eligible refugees and other displaced people. The Canadian government is committed to boosting labor mobility from the region, especially through promotion and communication efforts that link Canadian businesses with local stakeholders, such as national labor ministries. This may be particularly appealing to small- and medium-sized business owners in rural areas who require employees but may not have access to more wide recruitment pathways.   In order to address the root causes of irregular migration and support legal paths for labor mobility, Canada will step up capacity growth initiatives in the region. These efforts will include ones that encourage socioeconomic integration and the ethical recruitment of temporary foreign workers. As agreed during the North American Leaders’ Summit, Canada will share information regarding its policies and best practices. The United States and Spain established specific goals that are part of this cooperative commitment, listed in the USaid.gv website page   Read the latest Canadian Immigration News; CANADA TO HAVE THE SECOND HIGHEST REAL GDP GROWTH IN 2023 AND 2024 AMONG THE G7 COUNTRIES CANADA APPROVED 40 MORE START-UPS IN FEBRUARY IMMIGRATION HELPS CANADA INCREASE HUMAN CAPITAL GROWTH   Want to know more details about “The US, Spain, and Canada will partner to increase engagement in Latin America” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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the PGP

An increasing number of parents and grandparents come to Canada through the PGP

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The PGP saw a 4.3% increase in new permanent residents in February, according to the latest data from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).  A total of 1,805 new permanent residents were welcomed in February, up from 1,730 in January. This growth in popularity for the PGP in February follows a month with a 33% increase in the number of new permanent residents compared to January of the previous year when Canada welcomed 1,300 new permanent residents under the PGP.   3,550 parents and grandparents have been able to reconnect with their family members in Canada so far this year due to the PGP in January and February, up 44.9% from the 2,450 who arrived under the same program in the same months last year.  In the first two months of this year, Alberta was the second-most popular destination in Canada for parents and grandparents arriving under the PGP. In January and February of this year, Prairie province received 805 of these new permanent residents.   Through the PGP, the francophone province of Quebec welcomed 375 new permanent residents, and the other 60 parents and grandparents were divided between the four Atlantic Canadian provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and New Brunswick.  165 new permanent residents entered Manitoba through the PGP during the first two months of this year, and 130 entered Saskatchewan, the other two Prairie provinces.     What is the PGP? The Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) of Canada is a family reunification program that allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their parents and grandparents to immigrate to and settle permanently in Canada. The goal of the program is to assist Canadian families in staying together and reuniting.    Must Read; IMMIGRATION HELPS CANADA INCREASE HUMAN CAPITAL GROWTH MOST CANADIAN PROVINCES PLAN TO INCREASE MINIMUM WAGES IN OCTOBER 2023 Want to know more details about “An increasing number of parents and grandparents come to Canada through the PGP” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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human capital growth

Immigration helps Canada increase human capital growth

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According to the study “Accumulation of Human Capital in Canada, 1970 to 2020: An Analysis by Gender and the Role of Immigration,” immigrant women and men have increased their human capital growth over time.  After 1995, immigrants accounted for about 40% of Canada’s overall human capital growth. The study found that 56% of that growth was attributed to immigrant men and 44% to immigrant women.    Before 1995, immigrants only accounted for approximately 18% of Canada’s total human capital growth. However, now, immigration is responsible for nearly 100% of Canada’s labour force growth and 75% of its economic growth. The relatively significant increase in the size and average human capital of the immigrant population compared to that of the Canadian-born population in that time period is what contributes to immigrants’ relatively large contribution to the growth of human capital after 1995.    Women helped higher than their typical percentage of human capital (33%) over the same period, or nearly 58% of the rise in human capital from 1970 to 1995. Compared to their usual share of human capital, which was 40%, women contributed 45% of the growth in human capital after 1995. All age groups and educational levels had a gender difference in human capital, however, it progressively reduced for all of those groups.   Because Canada attracted more educated and younger immigrants during that time, the percentage of immigrants in the working-age population increased from 19% to 25%. Additionally, immigrants’ average human capital increased faster than that of Canadian-born (0.88% per year for immigrants vs. 0.62% per year for the Canadian-born population). Statistics Canada   Want to know more details about “Immigration helps Canada increase human capital growth” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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minimum wage

Most Canadian provinces plan to increase minimum wages in October 2023

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Canada’s federal minimum wage in early April increased from $15.55 to $16.65. In addition to this federal-level increase, minimum wage rates will also increase on a regional level in more than half of Canada’s provinces. These anticipated minimum wage increases will take effect on October 1, 2023, and will be as follows:   Ontario – from $15.50 to $16.55, In Ontario, the minimum wage is presently $15.50 per hour. The hourly minimum pay for students is $14.60. On October 1, 2023, both the regular minimum wage and the student minimum wage will increase to $16.55 per hour.  Manitoba – from $14.15 to $15.30, the hourly minimum wage is presently $14.15. On October 1, 2023, the minimum wage will rise to $15.30. One and a half times the employee’s regular rate serves as the minimum overtime wage. After 8 hours in a single day or 40 hours in a single week, overtime is paid. Some exceptions may apply.  Nova Scotia – from $14.50 to $15.00, the hourly minimum wage is presently $14.50. On October 1, 2023, the minimum wage will rise to $15 per hour. For any hours beyond 48 worked in a week, the minimum overtime rate is half of the employee’s hourly wage. Some exceptions may apply. Newfoundland and Labrador – from $14.50 to $15.00, the hourly minimum wage is currently $14.50. On October 1, 2023, the minimum wage will be raised to $15 per hour.  For any hours worked over 40 in a week, the minimum overtime wage rate is half of the minimum wage. Some exceptions may apply. Prince Edward Island (PEI) – from $14.50 to $15.00, the hourly minimum wage is currently $14.50. On October 1, 2023, the minimum wage will increase to $15 per hour. For hours worked beyond 48 in a week, the minimum overtime wage rate is half of the employee’s typical pay. Some exceptions may apply. Saskatchewan – from $13.00 to $14.00, For hours worked above 40 in a week, the minimum overtime rate is one and a half times the employee’s usual pay. When an employee works more than their allowed 8 hours in a day, they get paid overtime. If an employee who is scheduled to work 10 hours a day works more than that, they are paid overtime. Some exceptions may apply.  British Columbia: $16.75, For any hours above 8 in a day, up to 12 hours, the minimum daily overtime rate is one and a half times the employee’s usual salary. The overtime rate is double the employee’s regular wage above 12 hours. Even if the employee doesn’t put in over forty hours a week, this is still in effect. For any hours above 40 worked in a week, even if the employee did not work more than 8 hours per day, the minimum weekly overtime rate is one and a half times the employee’s regular rate of pay. Some exceptions may apply. Alberta: $15.00, For the first 28 hours of work a week, students under the age of 18 are paid the minimum wage of $13.00. The student must be paid $15 per hour beyond 28 hours. For all hours worked past 8 in a day or 44 in a week, the minimum overtime rate is 1.5 times the employee’s usual rate. Some exceptions may apply. Quebec: $15.25, In Quebec, the hourly minimum wage is now $14.25. On May 1, 2023, the minimum wage will increase to $15.25 per hour. For hours worked in addition to 40 in a week, the minimum overtime rate is one and a half times the worker’s regular rate. Some exceptions may apply. New Brunswick: $14.75, For any hours worked above 44 in a week, the minimum overtime wage rate is 1.5 times the minimum wage. Some exceptions may apply. Yukon: $16.77, For hours worked above 8 in a day or 40 in a week, the minimum overtime rate is a time and a half of the employee’s regular rate. Some exceptions may apply. Northwest Territories: $15.20, For any hours worked past 8 in a day or past 40 in a week, the minimum overtime rate is equal to one and a half times the employee’s hourly rate. Some exceptions may apply. Nunavut: $16.00, For any hours, worked past 8 in a day or past 40 in a week, the minimum overtime rate is equal to one and a half times the employee’s hourly rate. Some exceptions may apply.   Must Read: 5 BEST CITIES TO LIVE AND WORK IN CANADA CANADA EXTENDS PGWPS OF INTERNATIONAL GRADUATES TO WORK IN CANADA FOR LONGER ESDC PUBLISHED NEW PROCESSING TIMES FOR LMIA APPLICATIONS   Want to know more details about “Most Canadian provinces plan to increase minimum wages in October 2023” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates.   Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info   Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs.   For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2023 Gunness & Associates

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