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Some 90 per cent of the Vietnamese guest workers sent overseas this year will go to East Asian markets, known for long-term commitments, safety, and stable income.

Dear Miss Powell I am currently in Canada on a work permit as a live-in caregiver. I am interested in doing a practical nursing or occupational therapist diploma, as I hope that with my work experience, I could get enough points to apply under...

The number of Vietnamese guest workers working overseas under contracts exceeded 59,600 in the first five months of this year, or 54.2 per cent of the annual plan and over 1.9 times higher than the same period last year, showing positive signals from overseas employment, according to the Department of Overseas Labour under the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs.

Applicants under FSW and FST who are currently working in Canada and have a valid job offer do not have to show proof of funds. Applicants under the Canadian Experience Class do not need to show proof of funds, the notification stated.

Dear Miss Powell, I’ve been chasing this dream of going to Canada for years and can’t seem to make any headway. You’ve been writing articles for years and I’ve been reading them and even doing my research online, but I can’t seem to make any headway. I’m at the point of giving up now. Do you think it make sense to continue into the new year with chasing this dream? – B.B. Dear B.B., Your question has come at an appropriate time, as many of us are reflecting on the past year and ...