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Canada held an Express Entry draw on April 15, inviting 4,000 PR candidates with strong French language skills, and raised the CRS cut-off to 419.♥️🇨🇦

New Express Entry Draw On April 15 Sent 4,000 PR Invitations Canada has held a new Express Entry draw on April 15, 2026, targeting candidates in the French-language proficiency category.

Ontario sent 1,334 PR invitations on April 15 under the In-Demand Skills stream to 39 occupations.♥️🇨🇦

New Ontario OINP Draw On April 15 Sent 1,334 PR Invitations On April 15, 2026, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 1,334 invitations to apply under the In-Demand Skills stream.

Become a Canadian citizen and unlock new opportunities, rights, and a deeper connection to Canada. Determine your eligibility and apply now.♥️🇨🇦

If you recently became a Canadian citizen, there’s so much to discover—get involved in your community, apply for your passport and explore the beauty of Canada. Find out how: https://bit.ly/480QSE9

Thank you, Prime Minister Mark Carney! I just hope the Philippines will do the same.♥️🇨🇦

Congratulations to Mr. Elijah Jacob of Scarborough, Ontario on his Visitor Record approval. 🇵🇭🇨🇦🌹🍻🥂

We appreciate the trust in our services. Glory to God.🥰🥰🥰🙏🙏🙏

Congratulations to Mr. Joselito of Scarborough, Ontario on his Visitor Record approval. 🇵🇭🇨🇦🌹🍻🥂

We appreciate the trust in our services. Glory to God.🥰🥰🥰🙏🙏🙏

New to Canada? Engage with your community, get a passport, and explore Canada's natural beauty.♥️🇨🇦

If you recently became a Canadian citizen, there’s so much to discover—get involved in your community, apply for your passport and explore the beauty of Canada. Find out how: https://bit.ly/480QSE9

Canadian citizenship is a milestone for many immigrants, fulfilling a long-held dream and sense of belonging. Learn about eligibility and application process.♥️🇨🇦

For many people who immigrate to Canada, becoming a Canadian citizen marks an important milestone, both in fulfilling a long-held dream and in feeling at home. Find out who can apply and how the process works: https://bit.ly/4monDB3

Federal Minimum Wage rises to $18.15/hour on April 1, 2026.

Provincial/territorial wages:
Alberta ($15.00),
British Columbia ($17.85),
Manitoba ($16.00),
New Brunswick ($15.90),
Newfoundland & Labrador ($16.00), Nova Scotia ($16.75),
Ontario ($17.60),
Prince Edward Island ($17.00), Québec ($16.10),
Saskatchewan ($15.35),
Northwest Territories ($16.95), Nunavut ($19.75),
Yukon ($17.94)♥️🇨🇦

Ontario's minimum wage is increasing to $17.95 on October 1, benefiting over 700,000 low-paid workers in retail, hospitality, and food services.♥️🇨🇦

Ontario’s minimum wage is getting another small bump — and Toronto workers will see it this fall. On October 1, the provincial government will raise the general minimum wage from $17.60 to $17.95 an hour under its inflation‑linked formula. That 35‑cent increase amounts to about $728 more a year for someone working 40 hours a week, a modest boost amid rising living costs in the GTA. The change affects more than 700,000 minimum‑wage workers across Ontario, especially in sectors like retail, hospitality, and food services.

Despite the increase putting Ontario among the higher provincial rates in Canada, worker advocates note it still falls well below estimated living wage levels in Toronto and surrounding areas. Businesses will get roughly six months’ notice before the change takes effect, giving payroll teams time to adjust.

For many Torontonians juggling rent, transit, and food prices, the extra cash helps, but it won’t erase affordability pressures this year. Expect local conversations about broader living wage policies to continue as costs keep climbing.