Latest news happening in the settlement sector of Ontario
Here we post new publications (studies, reports), government notices and more.
New Bridging Open Work Permit for Skilled Immigrants
Source: Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Posted: December 31, 2012 at 10:51
The new Bridging Open Work Permit enables certain economic class applicants to maintain their status and continue working in Canada while they wait for a final decision on their permanent residence application. . . .
First Mental Health Strategy for Canada
Source: Mental Health Commission of Canada
Posted: December 31, 2012 at 10:44
The Mental Health Commission of Canada has published the first national strategy containing recommendations for improving mental health and well-being of all Canadians.
One of the six strategic directions . . .
Proposed Changes to the Program for Foreign Students in Canada
Source: Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Posted: December 31, 2012 at 10:27
Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) is proposing regulatory changes to limit permits to students who attend schools designated by the provinces and territories.
Under the proposed amendments, CIC will . . .
Newcomer Guides to Ontario Elementary and Secondary Schools
Source: Ontario Centre for Assault Prevention
Posted: December 31, 2012 at 10:12
Guides for newcomers to Ontario elementary and secondary schools have been updated by the Ontario Centre for Assault Prevention (COPA). Both guides explain how the school system works in Ontario.
The Newcomer’s . . .
E-Learning on the Ontario Human Rights Code
Source: Ontario Human Rights Code
Posted: December 20, 2012 at 16:07
This online learning source provides basic information on the Ontario Human Rights System and provides a basic understanding of rights and responsibilities under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
College of Nurses of Ontario Registration Rules Changing January 1, 2013
Source: College of Nurses of Ontario
Posted: December 20, 2012 at 10:37
The College’s revised registration regulation sets out the new conditions that all members will be required to meet if they wish to keep their registration current or change their registration status. . . .
New Federal Skilled Worker Program to Accept Applications May 4, 2013
Source: Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Posted: December 19, 2012 at 12:52
The new immigration selection system for the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) will take effect on May 4, 2013 at which time the program will re-open for applications.
Recorded Webinar: Canada’s Changing Immigration Policies – What Employers Need to Know
Source: Maytree Foundation
Posted: December 19, 2012 at 11:16
This webinar looks at recent immigration policy changes and discusses how these changes will affect finding workers for Canada’s labour pool.