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Latest news happening in the settlement sector of Ontario.

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Recorded Webinar: What Comes First — Language or Work?

Learning a new language is a primary step for successful integration for newcomers. Finding meaningful employment opportunities is also an essential step for those who arrive and are able and willing to work. In this Hire Immigrants webinar, Jonas Mansson and Merissa Preston share their research and practical workplace tips and advice on language training for newcomers.

Backgrounder to Express Entry Changes

Targeted changes to the Express Entry system are being made on November 19, 2016.

Before November 19, 2016

Job offers

The Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) awards 600 points for a job that is permanent and is supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).

Education

The Express Entry system only awards points for education overall as long as it has been assessed as equivalent to a Canadian standard.