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Latest Passport Ranking Released: Canadian Passport Rises to Fifth Globally
Recently, the Passport Index, under the Canadian immigration consultancy Arton Capital, ranked 193 United Nations member states and 6 territories based on the number of visa-free and visa-on-arrival countries, releasing the latest passport rankings for the fourth quarter of 2021. Notably, the Canadian passport rose from eighth place globally in the third quarter (129 visa-free and visa-on-arrival countries) to fifth place globally (143 visa-free and visa-on-arrival countries)!
Abundant Benefits: New Regulations Set to Take Effect in Ontario, Canada
Canada, a traditional destination for immigrants, is renowned for its excellent welfare benefits. From birth through adulthood and into old age, Canadians are supported by comprehensive government welfare programs. In recent months, the Ontario government has passed several new laws and regulations that will benefit workers, businesses, and residents across the province.
Latest OINP Employer Job Offer EOI Draw: Many WorldWay Clients Successfully Invited
On December 7, local time in Canada, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) announced the results of its latest round of EOI draws. A total of 1,123 invitations were issued for the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker and International Student streams.
Canadian Prime Minister Delivers Speech from the Throne, Benefiting Every Canadian
Recently, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government submitted a new Speech from the Throne, proposing a vision for rebuilding the nation in the "post-pandemic era" and achieving a "future economy."
Ontario, Canada Announces $100 Billion Budget to Fully Support Economic Development
Recently, the Government of Ontario released the 2021 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review. Entitled "Build Ontario," the plan includes $148.1 billion in capital project spending over the next decade—an increase of $2.7 billion over the budget released in March—and details the government's future plans, benefits, taxes, and credit policies. In addition, GDP growth is projected to be 4.3% in 2021, 4.5% in 2022, and 2.6% in 2023...
Record-breaking: Canada welcomed over 46,000 new immigrants in October
Good news continues to arrive. Following the reception of 45,000 new immigrants in September, the number of new immigrants in Canada reached a historic high in October, with 46,315 individuals. This marks yet another record in modern Canadian history, as well as the highest number of new immigrants received in a single month in Canada’s history.
New Announcement! Canada Announces New Entry Regulations, Two Chinese Vaccines Recognized
On November 19, local time, the Government of Canada announced at a press conference that it would further expand the list of recognized vaccines. Starting from November 30, vaccines such as China's Sinopharm and Sinovac will be recognized by Canada! This also means that tourists who have been fully vaccinated with these two Chinese vaccines (including mixed vaccinations) can enter Canada directly without quarantine!
WorldWay Celebrates a Group of Ontario Employer Job Offer Stream Clients Receiving Federal Medical Examination Requests
Great news! Recently, a group of WorldWay's Ontario Employer Job Offer Stream immigration clients received their federal medical examination requests. On average, these clients took 15 months from receiving provincial nomination approval to receiving the medical examination notice, with the fastest taking only 11 months—an exceptionally fast turnaround.
Reminder: These Canadian Families Can Receive Up to $2,000 in Additional Allowances
Recently, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) tweeted a reminder that eligible low-income families can receive up to $2,000 in additional allowances from the federal government by opening a savings plan for their children. In fact, Canadian families with children under the age of 6 have already received $600-$1,200 in pandemic-related child benefits from the government this year.
Canada's High Job Vacancy Rate May Trigger a New Wave of Immigration
Recently, the renowned Canadian human resources firm Randstad Canada released a new survey report predicting which talent will be most in demand in Canada in 2022 as the country emerges from the shadow of the pandemic. Previously, the company released statistics on Canada's 2021 job vacancies, which residents reported as being "quite accurate." According to Randstad Canada, "more than two-thirds of employers in the market are currently planning to rehire employees who were laid off due to the pandemic."
Why is the Manitoba Entrepreneur Immigration Program in Canada So Popular?
Manitoba, one of the three Prairie Provinces in central Canada, is located in the heart of Canada and serves as a transportation hub for the entire country, covering an area of approximately 650,000 square kilometers, making it the eighth largest province in Canada. Manitoba is rich in natural resources and is known for having the longest sunshine hours in Canada, earning it the title of "The Sunshine Capital of Canada."
2021 Best Nation Brands Index: Canada Ranks Second
Recently, Canada has achieved another proud international ranking! In the newly released "2021 Anholt-Ipsos Nation Brands Index," Canada ranked 2nd, moving up one spot from last year.