Menu
15/04/2015
3,850 Canadian Working Permits Go In 12 Minutes
The first round of permits in this year's International Experience Canada were filled in just 12 minutes.
The initiative allows Irish citizens the opportunity to take a working holiday in Canada. The first 3,850 permits were made available at 19:00 on Tuesday night. All applications were filled by 19:12.
Those who signed up now have two weeks to provide the required documentation, which includes a garda clearance certificate.
Another round of permits will be made available online on Thursday.
(MH/CD)
The initiative allows Irish citizens the opportunity to take a working holiday in Canada. The first 3,850 permits were made available at 19:00 on Tuesday night. All applications were filled by 19:12.
Those who signed up now have two weeks to provide the required documentation, which includes a garda clearance certificate.
Another round of permits will be made available online on Thursday.
(MH/CD)
Related Irish News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
07 August 2013
Waterford City Balcony Body Named
The body of a man found on the balcony of an apartment in Waterford city has been named as Damian Richards. Richards (42), a hairdresser and "well-known local character", was found slumped over the balcony of his apartment at Nore House, Canada Square, just before 9am on Tuesday morning, according to the Irish Independent.
Waterford City Balcony Body Named
The body of a man found on the balcony of an apartment in Waterford city has been named as Damian Richards. Richards (42), a hairdresser and "well-known local character", was found slumped over the balcony of his apartment at Nore House, Canada Square, just before 9am on Tuesday morning, according to the Irish Independent.
17 February 2020
Arrests Made In Illegal Immigration And Work Permits Investigation
Gardaí from the National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) have arrested 10 people as part of an ongoing operation targeting illegal immigration and work permits. A number of search operations have been carried by GNIB officers, working alongside the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) and the Department of Social Protection.
Arrests Made In Illegal Immigration And Work Permits Investigation
Gardaí from the National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) have arrested 10 people as part of an ongoing operation targeting illegal immigration and work permits. A number of search operations have been carried by GNIB officers, working alongside the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) and the Department of Social Protection.
26 February 2015
New 'Chuggers' Legislation Welcomed
New legislation requiring "chuggers" – on street charity collectors – to carry a permit has been welcomed by Fine Gael Senator, Jim D'Arcy. "This is already the case with charities and other groups such as GAA clubs who have collections throughout our towns and villages.
New 'Chuggers' Legislation Welcomed
New legislation requiring "chuggers" – on street charity collectors – to carry a permit has been welcomed by Fine Gael Senator, Jim D'Arcy. "This is already the case with charities and other groups such as GAA clubs who have collections throughout our towns and villages.
24 January 2013
Ministers Criticise Kerry Council Over Drink Drive Motion
Alan Shatter and Leo Varadkar have both criticised Kerry County Council over its motion to introduce drink-driving permits. Shatter, the justice minister described as "grossly irresponsible" a councillor promoting drink driving and putting their lives and the lives of others at risk.
Ministers Criticise Kerry Council Over Drink Drive Motion
Alan Shatter and Leo Varadkar have both criticised Kerry County Council over its motion to introduce drink-driving permits. Shatter, the justice minister described as "grossly irresponsible" a councillor promoting drink driving and putting their lives and the lives of others at risk.
23 January 2013
New Credit-Card Sized Drivers License Launched
A new plastic credit card sized drivers license is set to be launched today. The new card will be easier to carry and has a microchip that will make it more secure, the Road Safety Authority has said.
New Credit-Card Sized Drivers License Launched
A new plastic credit card sized drivers license is set to be launched today. The new card will be easier to carry and has a microchip that will make it more secure, the Road Safety Authority has said.
-
Ireland WeatherToday:Gale, coastal severe gale, northwest winds ease from late afternoon. Scattered showers will fall as snow over the hills at first, becoming isolated from mid-afternoon. Maximum temperature 7 °C.Tonight:Showers, scattered in the evening, will clear by midnight leaving the night dry with clear spells. Cloud will spread east towards morning. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
