COVID-19 case numbers in Saskatchewan are higher than ever, and do not show signs of slowing down. Now, there are new outbreaks in two long-term care homes.
Day: November 12, 2020
Underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities and newcomers to Canada, face unique and systemic challenges when it comes to starting and growing a business, which has been amplified by the impacts of COVID-19. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting entrepreneurship and creating the right conditions for a more inclusive and equitable workforce, which is vital to Canada’s economic recovery and long-term economic growth.
The Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance, will take part in a Virtual Town Hall meeting hosted by the Windsor-Essex United Way. The Minister will be speaking about the work the Government is doing to support non-profit organizations, charities, and individuals through the COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, and share the Government’s plan for economic recovery.
Immigration is a key driver of Canada’s economic growth, and Canada continues to welcome the best and brightest from around the world, who help create jobs for Canadians. As we focus on accelerating our recovery, Canada will continue to be the world’s top destination for talent, capital, and jobs.
As part of the whole-of-government response, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is implementing a number of measures that will allow Hong Kong students and youth to quickly come to Canada on work and study permits as well as new pathways to stay permanently. The new permanent residence pathways will also benefit people from Hong Kong already in Canada under existing work and study permits.