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On October 10, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will begin sending Invitations to Apply to potential sponsors who previously submitted their applications. Invitations will be sent by email over the next two weeks. Family reunification is a pillar of Canada’s immigration system, and Canada will continue to reunite families by accepting up to 15,000 complete applications for sponsorship under …
As the cost of housing continues to rise, making the dream of homeownership seems distant for many Canadians, particularly newcomers and younger generations. The Government of Canada is taking significant steps to make housing more accessible, highlighting the newly introduced tax-free First Home Savings Account and the first category-based Express Entry invitation aimed at tradespeople, bolstering the homebuilding sector. The …
Canada’s Express Entry system has been revamped to offer an efficient and targeted route for individuals specializing in critical fields. With a strategic focus on skilled newcomers in trades, Canada is taking steps to address talent shortages, fulfill essential roles, and drive economic growth. On August 1, Canada revealed that the first-ever trades-based selection round will commence this week. This …
On July 11, 2023, the Government of Canada announced the removal of the education requirement under the Canadian work experience stream (Stream B) of the Hong Kong permanent residence pathways. Effective August 15, 2023, this progressive change opens up new opportunities for Hong Kongers with Canadian work experience to qualify for permanent residence, eliminating the constraints imposed by their education …
Launch of Canada’s Tech Talent Strategy The Government of Canada launched its first-ever strategy to attract top talent and drive innovation in high-growth industries. Measures include open work permit for H-1B visa holders in the US, innovation stream, promotion of Canada as a destination for digital nomads, and improvements to the Start-up Visa Program. By implementing these initiatives, Canada is …
On June 12, 2023, the Government of Canada introduced two new streams under the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP), reinforcing Canada’s commitment to empowering skilled refugees and displaced individuals to rebuild their lives with enhanced opportunities for education, training, and career advancement. The Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot, also known as EMPP, is a program that assists skilled refugees and their …
On May 31, 2023, the Government of Canada announced its first-ever launch of category-based selection for Canada’s flagship economic immigration management system, Express Entry. This new approach allows Canada to issue invitations to apply for permanent residency to prospective individuals with specific skills, training, or language proficiency. In response to the pressing need for employers to fill numerous vacant positions …
Becoming a Canadian citizen is a remarkable milestone, representing the culmination of an immigration journey filled with hopes and dreams. Each year, Citizenship Week provides a momentous occasion to celebrate the diversity, history, and culture that define Canada and its citizens. In line with its commitment to modernizing services, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made significant strides in …
In light of the rapidly deteriorating situation in Sudan, the Government of Canada has announced new immigration measures to assist Sudanese temporary residents currently in Canada who may be unable to return home. Under these upcoming measures, Sudanese nationals will have the opportunity to apply for an extension of their stay in Canada and seamlessly transition between temporary streams. This …
Employers in Canada are experiencing unprecedented challenges in finding and retaining the workers they need for economic recovery and growth. In response to this, Government of Canada has announced that foreign nationals with recently expired or expiring post-graduation work permits (PGWP) will now qualify for an extended work permit to remain longer and gain more work experience, for up to …
