| Australian Parliament passes new laws to protect overseas workers Australia's Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Senator Chris Evans, has welcomed the introduction of new laws designed to give better protection for temporary overseas workers in Australia.... workpermit.com |
U.S. Rejects Call for Immigration Detention Rules The Obama administration has turned away a federal court petition by former detainees, disappointing advocacy groups around the country. nytimes.com |
After L.I. Killing, Helping Immigrants Heal The Lucero de America Foundation arose after Marcelo Lucero, a day laborer, was fatally stabbed in Patchogue. Seven youths are on trial. nytimes.com |
Democrats Reframe the Debate on Immigration The outline of a proposal for enforcement to stop future illegal immigration is likely to be the centerpiece of the discussion this year. nytimes.com |
Canada Temporary Work Visas requirements to become tougher There will be new tougher requirements to come under the Canada temporary worker scheme from 1 April 2011. Canadian work visas are used by employers who are unable to find suitably qualified employees locally and so need to employ overseas nationals on a temporary basis. Canadian Immigration Minister Jason Kenney had the following to say:... workpermit.com |