American President Joseph Biden will speak to a joint session of Canada’s parliament on Friday. In advance of Mr. Biden’s visit, news reports indicate that the United States and Canada have reached an agreement that will allow both countries to turn away asylum seekers at their borders at a time when migration has surged across […]
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced changes to how Super Visa applicants can pay for their medical insurance. In order to be eligible for the Super Visa, the applicant must have private medical insurance that meets all the following criteria: While applicants have previously been allowed to pay for insurance in monthly instalments, IRCC announced […]
Government reaches target of 431,645 new permanent residents Canada has experienced one of the fastest recoveries from the pandemic, thanks in large part to our approach to immigration. Newcomers enrich our communities, and contribute to our economy by working, creating jobs and supporting local businesses. Recognizing their value, the Government of Canada planned to welcome 431,645 new […]
Two of the most prominent ways foreign nationals can work in Canada are the Temporary Foreign Worker Program and the International Mobility Program. Read below to understand the key differences between these work permit Canada has more than 100 different options for foreign nationals looking to come to this country. Many of these pathways can […]
Canada will temporarily require a negative COVID-19 test result for incoming air travellers from the People’s Republic of China. This move comes in response to a recent surge of COVID-19 in the country. Starting January 5, 2023, a new temporary measure will require all inbound air travellers above the age of one to present a negative COVID-19 […]
If you were born abroad to a Canadian citizen, you need proof of citizenship in order to have the benefits of Canadian citizenship. You may be eligible for Canadian citizenship if you were born abroad to a Canadian citizen. Your legal or biological parent must have been a first-generation Canadian at the time of your birth. That […]
An overview of what we can expect to see in the immigration space over the next year. The most recent census revealed that immigrants now make up their largest-ever share of Canada’s total population (23%), besting a record that had previously been set 100 years ago. Heading into 2023, the Canadian government seems steadfast in its continued […]
Canada welcomes newcomers and cultures from around the world. Its reputation for stability and tolerance makes it a popular destination for those considering a fresh start in a new country. Even with the growing number of immigrants in Canada, Canadians tend to observe holidays and traditions leftover from Canada’s earlier history as a French and British […]
To help immigrants and Canadian immigration hopefuls stay informed, we have outlined how Canadian temporary residents can maintain, lose, and restore their TR status. According to the 2021 Annual Report to Parliament on Immigration, Canada was home to 256,740 study permit holders and 326,116 temporary work permit holders (under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and the International Mobility […]
Data shows higher retention rates among those who immigrate through the Atlantic Immigration Program. A recent Statistics Canada study shows that high immigrant retention rates in Atlantic Canada can be credited to the success of the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Under the AIP, launched in 2017 as a pilot program, governments, employers, communities, and settlement agencies work together to recruit […]
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