416-827-8778 IRCC will likely start accepting the scores from Pearson Test of English (PTE) Essential English test in late 2023.
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Sunwing Airline Holiday Flight Cancellations Caused By Government Refusal To Allow Foreign Pilots Despite Shortage
Sunwing Airlines has recently announced that it is facing significant disruptions to its holiday travel plans due to the rejection of an LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) by the Canadian government.
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Free Of Charge Document Replacements To All Canadians Affected By Hurricane Fiona
Canadians who were directly impacted by the hurricane will receive free replacement documents like from IRCC.
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First Express Entry Draw of 2023 – CRS Score of 507
First Express Entry draw of 2023 invites a large number of candidates, but the CRS score is still out of reach for most applicants.
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No Express Entry Draw This Week – Problems With New NOC 2021
A new hiatus on Express Entry draws appears to be upon us with serious technical issues causing problems with the online application system.
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16 NEW Occupations Now Eligible To Apply For PR Through Express Entry
Foreign nationals with work experience in the following 16 occupations are now eligible to apply through Express Entry.
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UPDATE: Transition to National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021
On November 16, 2022, IRCC switched to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) TEER system for Express Entry.
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UPDATE – New IEC Working Holiday Rules For Italy
New youth mobility agreement with Italy expands work and travel opportunities for Canadian and Italian youth up to total of 24 months.
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What’s the Easiest Way to Move to Canada from the USA?
Move to Canada based on your work experience through Express Entry or continue your education in Canada with a study permit.
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New Changes to Spousal Sponsorship Police Certificate Requirements
As of 19/10/22 there are changes for the requirements for specific countries and for which countries you have to provide a police certificate
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UPDATE: International Students Allowed To Work Over 20 Hours Off-Campus
International students who are in Canada and have off-campus work authorization will not be restricted by the 20-hour-per-week rule.
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The Queen’s Passing And Her Impact On Canada
Looking back at the impact of Queen Elizabeth II to Canada and how her passing affects the Canadian citizenship ceremony allegiance oath.
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Permanent Residence Applications To Go Fully Online
On September 23, 2022, Canada’s permanent resident program applications will transition to online only, with a full rollout by October 28, 2022.
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2022 Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Extension Details Announced
As of August 2, 2022, those with Post-Graduation Work Permits are eligible to extend or apply for a new 18-month open work permit.
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Super Visa Insurance Options
Find out where to get the best medical insurance for a super visa application to suit your needs with our list of resources.
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Recent changes to the Express Entry requirements for the Immigration Medical Examination (IME)
All applicants for PR through Express Entry will now need to complete an UP-FRONT medical exam.
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Judicial Review FAQs – A Guide to Filing After a Canadian Immigration Refusal
If a refusal cannot be appealed, it is possible to ask the Federal Court of Canada to review the decision of refusal, otherwise known as “Judicial Review.”
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Sponsorship of a Spouse or Common-Law Partner Without Status in Canada
A person who is without legal status in Canada can still be sponsored by their Canadian citizen or permanent resident spouse to get PR.
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Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel – Details Announced
The CUAET is a special program for Ukrainians and their family members to come to Canada as quickly as possible, and allow them to legally work and study while in Canada.
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Ukrainians Can Travel To Canada Even If Unvaccinated In New Immigration Program
Unvaccinated Ukrainian citizens and family members fleeing the Russian invasion can travel to Canada via Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel.
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Ukrainians Can Travel To Canada Even Without a Passport in New Program
Ukrainians who don’t already have a passport may not be able to get one now. It is still possible to travel to Canada on the CUAET program.
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Canada Announces Special Measures for Resettlement of Ukrainian Nationals
Canada has just announced plans for resettlement of Ukrainian nationals to Canada in response to the Russian invasion.
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Pause on Express Entry FSW and CEC Draws Extended Later into 2022
An IRCC internal memo requests to extend the Federal Skilled Worker Program pause on ITAs, in place since December 2020, further into 2022.
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COVID-19 travel advisory – January 15, 2022
As of January 15, certain exemptions announced in December will no longer be available to people travelling to Canada.
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Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for Express Entry Applications
As a rule, every Express Entry applicant has to have their educational credentials assessed by designated entities. The objective is to have the foreign degree, certification or diploma (your proof of education credential) validated and verified to be equal to a Canadian qualification.
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Why Is IRCC Not Issuing ITAs for Express Entry?
Over 1 year since the last FSW invitations and over 3 months since the last CEC invitations – when will EE candidates receive ITAs again?
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Travel Advisory Updates for traveling to Canada – November 30, 2021
Starting November 30, fully vaccinated individuals departing and re-entering within 72 hours are exempt from providing a PCR test result.
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Post Graduate Work Permits – Eligible Programs and Institutions
Most international students studying in Canada are eligible to work in Canada under the post graduate work permit program (PGWP). However, not all institutions or programs are eligible for the PGWP.
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Letter of Employment Requirements for Express Entry Applications
Letter of Employment requirements for Express Entry and what to do if your letter of employment does not meet them
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Update on Parents & Grandparents Sponsorship Program 2020 and 2021
The IRCC has issued an update for the Parents & Grandparents Program (PGP). 2020 and 2021 submissions to be in the same pool for a draw.
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Prioritizing Applications of Eligible Immediate Family Members joining Afghans currently in Canada
The government of Canada is actively prioritizing permanent resident applications for Afghans in Canada and abroad.
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Humanitarian Program for Afghan Nationals in Need of Resettlement
Canada has announced a special humanitarian program to resettle vulnerable Afghan nationals outside of Afghanistan.
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Special Immigration Program for Afghan Families who Assisted the Government of Canada
Special measures introduced for Afghan nationals who have worked with the Government of Canada in Afghanistan, and their families.
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A Comprehensive Guide to Canadian Work Permits and Working in Canada
Canada is a great place to live and work. Here is a guide for working in Canada and how to apply for a Canadian work permit.
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Newest IRCC Public Policy Eliminates Open Work Permit for Spouses of Students Who Are Ineligible for PGWP
Spousal Open Work Permit no longer available for family members of certain international students.
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I Submitted My Proof of Canadian Citizenship Application Months Ago – What Can I Do?
Urgent processing will have your AOR issued in approximately 1 – 2 weeks, and your citizenship certificate should arrive in less than 8 weeks.
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Visitor Visa Applicants Waiting For Decision Should Resubmit, says IRCC
Visit visa applicants who have submitted their application before September 7, 2021, should resubmit to get ahead of the queue, says IRCC.
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Update for IEC Candidates in the Working Holiday Pool
IEC candidates already listed in the Working Holiday pool and fully vaccinated will only need their proof of vaccination to enter Canada.
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Travelling to Canada – Updated Travel Guidelines for September 2021
As of September 7, 2021, international travelers to Canada who are fully vaccinated will be exempt from quarantine requirements.
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Conjugal Sponsorship Application From Afghanistan
If a couple is not able to get married or live together due to circumstances beyond their control, then they may be eligible to apply for conjugal sponsorship.
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TR To PR Pathway – Work Permit Update
Beginning July 26th 2021, applicants for the Temporary Residence to Permanent Residence pathway can now apply for an open work permit.
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Proof of Canadian Citizenship Certificate Processing Times Increase Drastically in 2021
One week ago the Canadian citizenship certificate replacement processing times increased from 6 months to 15 months.
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Can I Leave Canada After Applying for Inland Spousal Sponsorship?
There is no law or rule stating that a couple applying for sponsorship under the In-Canada class is forbidden from leaving Canada while the application is in process.
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A Guide To the Unique Challenges of 2SLGBTQ+ Spousal or Common-law Sponsorship Applications
Legally a spousal sponsorship between an LGBTQ couple and or a straight couple are the same, the LGBTQ application has its own challenges.
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What You Should Know Before Applying for Canadian Family Class (Overseas) Spousal Sponsorship From Outside Canada
Even if you live outside Canada, you can still submit the sponsorship application for your spouse or partner any time. However, there are rules.
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How Long Can I Stay In Canada As A Visitor?
Usually, 6 months. However, how long you can stay in Canada as a visitor once you have entered the country is at the discretion of Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). NOTE: How long a visitor visa is valid has absolutely no impact on how long a person can remain in Canada – the validity of a visa in a passport is permission for boarding a plane or crossing the Canadian border only, and does not impact how long the holder can remain in Canada.
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Public Policy to Allow Permanent Residence for Essential Workers and Recent Graduates
90,000 essential workers and recent graduates of Canadian post-secondary schools will be allowed to apply for permanent residence through a one-time application program.
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Common-Law Partnership FAQs for Immigration
Two partners are considered to be common-law if they have lived together for at least one year and meet the other requirements.
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Guide to Canadian Language Benchmarks and Language Tests for Express Entry
A guide to the Canadian language benchmark system and language tests used in Express Entry applications to Canada – IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, TCF
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Can I Appeal a Refused Study Permit or Visa Application?
A study permit or visa application cannot be appealed, however the applicant can ask the court to review and possibly overturn the decision.
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Updated IRCC Processing Times: Covid-19
Processing time has increased by many months for all applications including spousal sponsorship, work permits, study permits, visitor visas. Unfortunately, the IRCC website has not been updated to accurately reflect all processing times.
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IEC Pool Reopening March 1 – Job Offer Now Required
The IEC pool reopens March 1, 2021. A Canadian job offer is now required to received an invitation to apply for the working holiday visa
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Why Should I Become A Canadian Citizen?
Why should I become a Canadian Citizen and what are the benefits of applying for citizenship versus remaining a permanent resident of Canada?
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Implied Status in Canada FAQs – A Comprehensive Guide
A person with implied/maintained status is allowed to continue the activity they were already doing in Canada under the same conditions as their original authorization allowed. Workers may continue to work, students may continue to study, and visitors may continue to visit.
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Apply For Landing Paper Replacement For Indian Passport Application
A copy of your landing paper/Record of Landing / COPR / IMM1000 has to be included with your application to renew your Indian passport from inside Canada.
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Asylum Seekers’ Irregular Entries To Canada Halted Due To Covid
For the last five years, the number of asylum seekers coming to Canada via so-called “irregular entries” has skyrocketed. The refugee claimants now find themselves in limbo.
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IEC Working Holiday Visas
Find out about the IEC Working Holiday Visas. How to apply for them and who can apply for them. Get guidance on which program works best for you.
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Traveling To Europe With Your British Passport After Brexit
With the ratification of Brexit January 1, 2021, UK passport holders will need to be aware of several new procedures for visiting and working in Europe.
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Public Policy To Allow Restoration of Temporary Status Beyond 90 Days Extended To August 2021
Workers, students, and visitors continue to be exempt from the requirement to restore their status within 90 days of their expiry, and will be allowed to restore their status if they have already expired until August 21, 2021.
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What’s the Difference between Spousal, Common-Law, and Conjugal Sponsorship?
Marriages and common-law partnerships are both different types of conjugal (marriage-like) relationships. Conjugal sponsorships are very rare.
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Move To Canada Under the Self-Employed Category
Both athletes and cultural contributors such as artists, writers, and social media influencers are eligible to apply to immigrate to Canada under the Self-Employed category.
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How To Retire In Canada From The US Or Abroad
Visiting as a reverse snowbird, sponsorship under the parents or grandparents category, investing, or being self-employed are just some of the ways Americans can retire in Canada.
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Can I Immigrate To Canada Permanently If I Already Own Canadian Property?
If you are a foreign national and you own property in Canada, then you will enter Canada as a visitor in order to go to your Canadian cottage or home. However, owning property in Canada does not give any foreign visitor the right to enter Canada.
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Parental Sponsorship Program Opens For 2020
The parental sponsorship program has opened for 2020 with a pool and lottery system. The deadline for entry into the pool is November 3, 2020.
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Can I Apply for PR in Canada on Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds from the United States?
Applications for H&C are made under section 25 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. They can be made by foreign nationals both inside and outside of Canada.
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I Submitted My Sponsorship Application Months Ago – What Can I Do?
IRCC did not open or process any family sponsorship applications between February 12, 2020 and Mid August 2020 due to covid-19 processing delays.
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Service Canada Reopening To PR Applicants For Biometrics
As of September 15, 2020, Service Canada centres are gradually resuming biometrics collection services for PR applicants who have received a biometric instruction letter. An officer will call you to schedule an appointment.
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Cassandra Fultz on Global News Radio: Covid-19 Outbreak Among Migrant Workers in Canada
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COVID-19: Restoration of Status Beyond Usual 90 Day Period AND Work Allowed During Restoration
Starting immediately, any visitor, student and worker who lost their status ON or AFTER January 30, 2020 and subsequently did not apply to restore the status 90 days, is now eligible to restore their status regardless of the fact that the 90 day period has passed.
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PR Card Renewal Processing Time at 299 Days
If you are applying to renew your PR card, replacing a stolen card, or never received your first PR card, then current processing time is now 299 days.
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How a Criminal Record in the United States Can Effect Canadian Immigration
Find out how arrests and criminal convictions in the United States can make you inadmissible to Canada and cause your immigration application to be refused.
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Lowest Express Entry Score in 16 months: 440 for CEC!! Don’t Wait, Act Now!
Low CRS scores are only temporary and will eventually increase
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Top 5 Mistakes When Creating an Express Entry Profile
The most common Express Entry Profile Mistakes
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The Importance of Being Earnest – Why You Should Never Lie to Immigration
Why you should never lie to Immigration – you could lose your status, be forced to leave Canada, and even have Canadian citizenship revoked.
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Traveling To Canada As A Permanent Resident – COVID-19
As a permanent resident of Canada, you are entitled to travel to Canada despite the travel restrictions and US border closure.
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Can a Sponsor or Sponsored Person Collect Employment Insurance?
Even if a sponsor or sponsored person collects employment insurance, their application will not be negatively impacted.
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Can You Be A Sponsor If You Are Unemployed?
You can still sponsor your family members if you are unemployed.
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How To Tell If an Immigration Lawyer or Consultant is FAKE
How to tell if an immigration consultant or lawyer is FAKE, and the dangers of unlicensed immigration scams.
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IRCC Fee Increase for PR Applications Effective April 30, 2020
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In-Canada Class Sponsorship or Family Class Sponsorship (Inland or Overseas)?
How to decide whether you should use the In-Canada sponsorship or Family Class sponsorship application for your husband, wife, or partner.
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How Criminal Convictions in Australia and New Zealand Effect Canadian Immigration
Convictions such as drunk driving could cause a refusal of your Canadian immigration application from Australia or New Zealand.
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Top 3 Canadian Study Permit Application Mistakes
There are several common mistakes when applying for a Canadian study permit which can derail your plan and also cost you thousands of dollars.
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Top 7 Mistakes on In-Canada Spousal Sponsorship Applications
7 problems which can cause your in-canada sponsorship application to be returned
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How Coronavirus COVID-19 Will Affect Your Canadian Immigration
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How To Get A Canadian Study Permit Approved From Nigeria
When applying for a study permit from Nigeria, there are several things that you can do in order to maximize your chances of approval and persuade the immigration officer that you are a bona fide student and good candidate for a study permit.
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Why Molly Bloom Can’t Come To Canada
