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Your Experience Is Relevant—But Can Employers Find It in Your Résumé?

Ontario has awarded nearly $3.9 million to four organizations to help more than 310 women enter, remain in or advance within construction and skilled-trades careers. The funding was announced on September 2, 2026, through Round 6 of Ontario’s Skills Development Fund Training Stream. The projects include technical training, mentorship, employment assistance, financial or wraparound supports and connections with employer

British Columbia employers and Canadian Armed Forces reservists now have a significantly different framework for managing military leave. Amendments to British Columbia’s Reservists’ Leave Regulation took effect on August 6, 2026. Eligible reservists may now take a combined total of up to 24 months of job-protected leave within a 60-month period for military-skills training, pre-deployment and post-deployment activities, and deployments connected with Canadian Armed Forces o

Manitoba is expanding rent-control coverage on January 1, 2027. The monthly rent exemption threshold will rise from $1,670 to $2,000, and the 2027 rent-increase guideline will be 3% for most covered rentals.

Canada’s temporary permanent residence pathways for eligible Hong Kong residents will stop accepting new applications after August 31, 2026. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has confirmed that applications received on or before the deadline will continue to be processed. The closure affects new applications only; it does not cancel applications already submitted.

When employers reduce hours, postpone hiring or lay off workers, apprentices may lose more than income. They can also lose supervised workplace experience required to progress toward certification.

New federal support is coming for tariff-affected employers and workers, including retention and retraining measures, expanded regional funding and business financing. But not every measure is open yet. The Canada Strong Diversification Fund is effective immediately, the Regional Tariff Response Initiative expansion begins in September 2026, and detailed rules for the new Workforce Retention and Retraining Program are still pending.

Moving into your new home is an exciting milestone. But before you unpack your boxes, there are several essential services you'll need to arrange to make your home comfortable, connected and ready for everyday life. Some services are included in your rent, while others must be set up before you move in. Understanding the difference can help you avoid unexpected surprises after you receive your keys.

Settling in Canada: How to Get Your Canadian Driver's Licence For many newcomers, a driver's licence is one of the first practical steps toward independence in Canada — it opens doors to jobs in construction, hospitality, and care work, makes it easier to get your kids to school, and simply makes daily life in most Canadian cities and towns more manageable. The good news is that Canada makes it relatively straightforward to transition from a foreign licence, though the exact

When employers say they want candidates who are “job ready,” they mean people who can step into the role and add value quickly. That includes technical skills for the job, but also certifications, workplace communication, reliability, and the ability to learn and adapt on the job. A résumé can show where you’ve been. Readiness shows what you can do next.

For many newcomers, the difference between an open work permit and an employer‑specific (closed) work permit is not explained clearly at the start. They only discover the limits when a job offer changes, a workplace becomes unsafe, or a better opportunity appears in another province. By then, the wrong decision can be expensive, stressful, and difficult to unwind.

The question is no longer simply: "How do I immigrate to Canada?" The question is becoming: "Where does Canada need workers most?" As provinces continue to adjust their programs, understanding workforce demand, credential recognition, housing considerations, and regional opportunities becomes more important than ever. At CNAP Canada, we continue to monitor how workforce development, housing, and immigration pathways intersect across the country.

Opening your first Canadian bank account is one of the most important steps in your settlement journey. With the right information, you can set up safe, low‑fee banking, start building credit, and manage your money confidently from your first weeks in Canada.

Newcomers to Canada don’t have to job‑search alone; there is an entire ecosystem of free programs designed specifically to help you find work, understand the labour market, and feel less isolated in the process.

Many newcomers arrive in Canada with strong skills, experience, and good intentions — yet still find everyday interactions confusing or unexpectedly difficult. This is rarely about language alone. More often, it’s about unspoken norms: how people communicate at work, how decisions are made, how disagreement is handled, and what is considered polite, direct, respectful, or appropriate in different settings.