New Humanitarian and EMPP Program for Refugees
IRCC has recently announced a number of programs that would allow refugees or family members from certain countries to obtain permanent residence in Canada. These are great alternatives to the overseas refugee programs. Many of the new program have a cap or deadline so it is critical to apply as soon as possible. Here are
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New Immigration Policies this Summer
It has been a busy summer and several important immigration policies were announced. Here are the details 1. Study while Working Workers who have held a work permit since or had applied to extend their work permit on or before June 7, 2023 are able to study without a study permit until the end of
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Out of Status Construction Workers in the Greater Toronto Area
The government has extended this program which allows certain construction workers who are without status to apply for permanent residence. Eligible applicants can also obtain a Temporary Resident Permit to obtain a work permit while waiting for permanent residence. This program is launched in partnership with the Canadian Labour Congress which will first assess for
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Parents/Grandparents Sponsorship 2022
The Minister has just released the information about the Parents/Grandparents Sponsorship Program for 2022. Once again, only those who had submitted their interest to sponsor forms for the 2020 program will be eligible to receive an invitation to apply. Here are the details: Interest to Sponsor Forms – 2020 Only those who had already submitted
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Parents/Grandparents Sponsorship 2021
The Minister has just released the information about the Parents/Grandparents Sponsorship Program for 2021. This year, only those who had submitted their interest to sponsor forms last year for the 2020 program will be eligible to receive an invitation to apply. Here are the details: Interest to Sponsor Forms – 2020 Only those who had
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Summer News
There has been a number of important immigration announcements this summer. Here are the top 5: BORDER OPENING Borders are set to open to Covid19-vaccinated travellers from around the world on September 7 (August 9 for American citizens and permanent residents residing in the United States). To qualify you must be fully vaccinated by a
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Biometrics
New Biometrics Requirements Greetings! The Government of Canada has just announced that biometrics are now available to be collected at centres inside Canada. You can find out where to submit your biometrics here. As a result, applicants are now required to submit their biometrics when applying for their immigration cases inside Canada. Applicants who are
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New Years Predictions
Immigration Predictions for 2020 Greetings! As we start the new year, we believe that there are some important trends to be aware of for those who are trying to make their way through the immigration system. Here are some of our predictions for what’s on the horizon in 2020: 1. EXPRESS ENTRY: Express Entry draws
Immigration Landmines for Students
While studying in Canada is an excellent path to permanent residence, there are many immigration landmines an international student will want to avoid along the way. Here are some pieces of advice we have for students: Post-graduation work permits (PGWP): Each international student is only allowed ONE post-graduation work permit, so use it wisely! There are
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New Medical Inadmissibility Changes
The Minister has just announced today important new changes to the medical inadmissibility policy. Individuals and their dependants who apply for permanent residence under most applications in economic categories, some humanitarian and compassionate categories, and some family sponsorship categories such as parents/grandparent sponsorships, are still required to pass medical admissibility. However, today’s announcement will allow a
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