6 h. ago Canada is changing the rules to its Express Entry immigration program

The Canadian government has announced significant changes to its Express Entry immigration program this year.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) revealed the new 2025 Express Entry categories on Thursday."Canada's Express Entry system is evolving to meet the country's changing needs," reads a statement from Minister of Immigration Marc Miller."By addressing labour shortages, strengthening our economy and increasing Francophone immigration, we are building a more dynamic workforce with workers and professionals from in-demand fields."Canada dramatically cuts immigration targets for the next three yearshttps://t.co/b9q4KodEdA— blogTO (@blogTO) October 24, 2024The IRCC says it will conduct category-based invitation rounds for the following new categories:French language proficiencyHealth care and social services     - Family physicians     - Nurse practitioners     - Dentists     - Pha...

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26 h. ago Canada Tech Darling Shopify Fuels Fear of US Move With Filing Change

E-commerce platform Shopify Inc. listed a New York headquarters in a US regulatory filing for the first time, stoking speculation about a US move amid anxiety in Canada about capital flight south of the border.

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26 h. ago Knowing ‘Made in Canada’ vs. ‘Product of Canada’ changes spending: survey

As Canadians continue to shop for more Canada-made products, a new survey shows when told the difference between 'Made in Canada' and 'Product of Canada,' shopping habits shift.

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29 h. ago WestJet is making some changes and here's what flyers in Canada need to know

WestJet Rewards members can expect some big changes coming to the airline's loyalty program after a major revamp.On Thursday, the carrier announced "the most significant improvement" to WestJet Rewards in the program's 15-year history."We are improving WestJet Rewards to bring more value to all Canadians, whether that's our frequent flyers, credit card holders or the casual traveler," said Steve McClelland, vice president of loyalty at the airline."That's why we've introduced changes to our program across both flights and everyday partnerships, that give members so many great ways to earn points and save for flights, vacations or enhanced travel experiences."Five changes will be implemented on April 30. The airline says these updates will make it easier for members to earn, redeem, and achieve status.From WestJet dollars to pointsThe first change is the rewards program's currency will change from dollars to points. This means one WestJet dollar converts to 1...

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4 d. ago Des bouleversements majeurs à venir dans le hockey junior canadien?

Le visage du hockey junior majeur au Canada pourrait continuer de changer au cours des prochaines années.

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4 d. ago Starbucks Canada is drastically cutting its menu offerings this year

As part of plans to make room for menu innovation across Canada, several Starbucks beverages are officially leaving menus next month.In January, Starbucks confirmed it would be "simplifying" its menu with a 30 per cent reduction in the number of food and beverage items on offer in the U.S.At the time, the coffee giant was only able to share that it would also be streamlining its offerings in Canada, but we now have further details on just what that will entail.Why is Starbucks Canada changing its menu, and how much of it is leaving?Earlier this year, Starbucks confirmed it would be reducing its menu across the country, with the goal of having "fewer, better beverage and food offerings."Now the coffee chain said around 20 per cent of its food and beverages would be removed from Canadian menus over the 2025 fiscal year, with the first items leaving on March 4.However, the coffee chain reiterated that changing the menu would help with innovation while reducing ...

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7 d. ago Confrontation des 4 nations: la chanteuse qui a changé les paroles du «Ô Canada» explique ses intentions

«Je n'aurais jamais rêvé d'avoir un pareil impact», a souligné celle qui a chanté avant la finale entre le Canada et les États-Unis.

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7 d. ago Anthem singer Chantal Kreviazuk confirms she changed O Canada lyrics in response to Donald Trump

Kreviazuk says she was making a political statement with O Canada

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7 d. ago «Ô Canada»: la chanteuse change les paroles pour répondre à Trump

Chantal Kreviazuk a offert une performance particulière lors de son interprétation de l’hymne national canadien et elle y a caché un message.

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8 d. ago Gareth Rees: A decade of hosting Vancouver Sevens has changed the rugby landscape in Canada

Opinion: The Vancouver Sevens tournament has played a pivotal role in reaching Canadian youth and fostering player development.

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9 d. ago 93% of Canadians feel it’s important to buy local in wake of U.S. tariffs threat: POLL

According to a new poll by Petro-Canada, done in partnership with the Harris Poll, Canadians are changing their buying decisions in the wake of U.S. tariff threats against Canadian products. The Live by the Leaf Index found that 94% of Canadians say it’s important to buy Canadian and support Canadian companies, including 75% who say […]

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1 week ago Alberta set new temperature records over weekend as cold snap continues

Environment and Climate Change Canada described the current weather conditions as a 'long-duration cold event.'

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2 w. ago New changes to the U.K.'s electronic travel authorization could affect your plans

Here's what you need to know before you apply

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2 w. ago Letters, Feb. 11: Canada needs a pipeline to the East Coast to protect us from Trump

Do you support the public spaces bylaw? Vote in our daily poll! An Energy East pipeline to Tidewater, New Brunswick, to successfully allow Canada to ship oil and LNG to Europe, is now as essential to our nation as the national railway was to the creation of Canada at the time of Confederation. This game-changer […]

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