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Ontario has amended social assistance rules to exclude international students, temporary workers, and individuals living illegally in Canada from Ontario Works and ODSP. The changes took effect on August 14, 2026.

Ontario has tightened social assistance eligibility, excluding temporary visa holders and those without legal status from provincial aid effective August 14, 2026. This change follows a tribunal decision that allowed social assistance claims by a long-term illegal resident.

Curaçao's tourism accommodation capacity has grown 81% since 2019, with arrivals up 50% by 2024, creating housing, road, and workforce strains. Local labor shortages have increased reliance on foreign workers amid rising resident housing costs and traffic congestion.

Curaçao’s tourism accommodation capacity rose 81% since 2019, with stayover arrivals increasing 50%. A new study warns this rapid expansion strains housing, infrastructure, and the local workforce.

Nine countries including Japan, Spain, and Greece will enforce visitor caps and tourism fees starting in 2026 to curb overtourism. Measures include access limits, rental license removals, and visitor levies to protect communities and heritage sites.

Jamaica forecasts over 600,000 Canadian arrivals in 2026, marking record inbound tourism driven by a 22% increase in direct flights. Infrastructure upgrades at Sangster International Airport and expanded hotel capacity support this growth.

Thailand will introduce a 300 baht entry fee for foreign air arrivals in 2026, joining destinations like Japan and Bali with tourist charges. The fee supports tourism infrastructure and visitor services.

Starting in 2026, nine countries will enforce visitor caps and introduce new tourism fees to combat overtourism and protect heritage sites. These measures require travelers to plan ahead amid access restrictions and increased entry costs.

From October 5, 2026, New Zealand will select about 90% of Parent Resident Visa expressions of interest chronologically, ending most lotteries. The parent visa quota stays at 2,500 annually, with strict income and health requirements remaining in place.

Thailand will introduce a 300 baht tourist entry fee and shorten visa-free stays to 30 days in 2026. These changes aim to address overtourism and fund infrastructure improvements.