Alberta may allow doctors to work simultaneously in the public and private healthcare systems
Alberta is considering allowing doctors to work in both the public and private healthcare systems. What will change for patients and medical professionals?
Alberta has chosen a new design for its license plates
Alberta has chosen a new license plate design featuring Moraine Lake. Find out how the contest went and when the new plates will hit the roads.
Canada nearly halves visa quota for foreigners
Canada plans to reduce the number of temporary visas by almost 43% in 2026. Find out who will be affected by the changes, the reasons for the reduction, and what to do if you are planning to move, work, or study.
How to digitize your employment record book abroad
Find out how to digitize your paper employment record book if you are not in Ukraine. Step-by-step instructions from the Pension Fund: requirements for scanned copies, the algorithm for submitting documents online, and special features for those who are abroad.
Multiple citizenship: what does it mean for Ukrainians in Canada?
Canada is among the top five countries for multiple citizenship in Ukraine. Start date: January 16, 2026: dual status without renouncing your passport; basic requirements and procedures remain unchanged.
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress has called for permanent status to be granted to Ukrainian migrants
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC) has called on the government to create a path to permanent residency for Ukrainians who arrived under the CUAET program. Thousands of Ukrainian migrants have been living and working in Canada for over two years, paying taxes and integrating into communities, but still do not have stable status. The UCC proposes to develop a program that will allow them to stay on a permanent basis.
E-petition e-6866: The path to permanent residency for Ukrainians under the CUAET program — how to sign and why it is important
On October 15, 2025, petition e-6866 was registered in Canada, calling for the creation of a special path to permanent residence (PR) for Ukrainians under the CUAET program.
Alberta government launches financial aid due to teachers' strike
The Alberta government has announced financial assistance for parents during the teachers' strike. Find out who is eligible for payments, how to apply through Alberta.ca, and when to expect transfers.
Canada Strong Pass is back: what it means for Canadians and visitors to the country
The Canadian government is reviving the Canada Strong Pass program, which offers free admission to national parks and museums, discounts on rail travel, and cultural attractions. The program will run until December 2025, encouraging Canadians to travel more and discover their country.
Canada slows down processing of immigration applications – IRCC determines who will be considered first
The Canadian Immigration Ministry (IRCC) has announced its plan for 2025: only key programs — CEC, FSWP, Express Entry, and Community Pilots — will be fully processed. Other streams, including Start-Up Visa and Caregiver, are expected to experience significant delays.
Over 700,000 children left without classes: teachers' strike begins in Alberta
A large-scale teachers' strike has begun in Alberta — more than 50,000 teachers have stopped working, and classes in schools have been temporarily suspended. Educators are demanding higher salaries and better working conditions, while the government is calling for a return to negotiations.
$15 an hour: why Alberta has the lowest minimum wage
The minimum wage in Alberta remains at $15/hour, while other Canadian provinces are raising their rates. Why isn't the government changing the minimum wage, and what does this mean for workers?