Workforce and Mobility Policy Watch-Q2
Recent government changes across Canada and British Columbia are reshaping who can legally staff restaurants, cafés, and hotels — covering nationwide rules first, then BC-specif
Workforce and Mobility Policy Watch-Q1
A July 2025–2026 scan of government workforce-mobility changes affecting trades and aviation staffing in BC and Manitoba, prepared by Peopled Consulting to guide internal placeme
Canada Opens New Express Entry Pathway for Aviation Professionals
Canada's 2026 Express Entry program has added a Transport Occupations Category, creating a streamlined pathway to permanent residency for skilled aviation and transport professiona
IRCC Tightens “Significant Benefit” (R205(a)/C10) LMIA-Exempt Work Permits — Aviation Personnel Carved Out
IRCC tightened LMIA-exempt work permit requirements under R205(a), now demanding "unique or exceptional" demonstrated benefit. However, pre-approved exemptions for airline personne
New Express Entry Category for Transport Workers — Pilots, Aircraft Mechanics and Inspectors
IRCC's 2026 Express Entry introduced a new transport-sector priority stream explicitly naming pilots, aircraft mechanics, and inspectors, alongside a separate trades category cover
Manitoba TRRP: Hospitality Removed, 16 Skilled Trades Added (incl. Aviation)
Manitoba's Temporary Resident Retention Pilot removed Hospitality and Food Services from eligibility while adding 16 skilled trades occupations across automotive, heavy equipment,