Ghada Alsharif

Applications to the Canadian Armed Forces have hit a five-year high. But experts say a clogged recruitment system is standing in the way of expansion.

Experts worry about the gap, while another study shows positive trends when it comes to newcomers getting jobs or starting businesses quickly.

As Canada moves to fast-track mineral extraction projects across the country, observers warn the push is outpacing worker protections.

The Immigration Department said it aims to transition 33,000 temporary residents to permanent residence. Critics say they were misled.

2018 letter to Infantino shows assurances regarding applications for special permits stretching workers’ hours or overriding mandated days of rest.

Labour trafficking cases are rising as Ottawa changes its immigration policies and vulnerable workers fear speaking up. But they rarely lead to charges.

Like many temporary residents, Shehab Elabd’s dream has been derailed, though not destroyed, as the journey to permanent residence gets longer.

New data also shows the number of new asylum claims submitted dropped significantly compared to two years ago.

The company plans to recruit 10,000 local workers in Canada. It currently employs some 4,000 temporary foreign workers.

The Ontario Labour Relations Board found the mushroom farm worker suffered unfair reprisals after reporting abuse. She’s seeking compensation.