IMMIGRATION NEWS

Canada-U.S. Border Crossing Hours Adjusted: Key Details and Impact

IMMIGRATION NEWS

20 Nov

Canada-U.S. Border Crossing Hours Adjusted: Key Details and Impact

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has announced updates to service hours at 35 land border crossings between Canada and the United States. The changes, effective from 12:01 am, reflect a collaborative effort with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to improve border efficiency, security, and resource allocation.

Canada Cuts Temporary and Permanent Immigration in Latest Immigration Levels Plan

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24 Oct

Canada Cuts Temporary and Permanent Immigration in Latest Immigration Levels Plan

Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan 2025-2027 has just been published. And while immigration targets for permanent residents have decreased to 395,000 for 2025, it’s not all bad news for those hoping to live and work in Canada in the coming years.

Canada Launches Pilot Program for Review of Denied Study Permits: What You Need to Know

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4 Oct

Canada Launches Pilot Program for Review of Denied Study Permits: What You Need to Know

Was your Canadian study permit denied? The new pilot program might be the solution you’ve been waiting for. Find out how it works and who can benefit!

IMMIGRATION NEWS

18 Sep

Canada Announces New Measures in 2024

In response to the evolving needs of the Canadian immigration system, the Honorable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada, has unveiled new measures to manage the increase in temporary residents, especially international students and foreign workers.

A Comprehensive Guide to Humanitarian and Compassionate Considerations in Canada

IMMIGRATION NEWS

14 Aug

A Comprehensive Guide to Humanitarian and Compassionate Considerations in Canada

Individuals who do not typically qualify for permanent residency in Canada may have the opportunity to apply based on humanitarian and compassionate (H&C) grounds, particularly if their education has contributed to their unique situation. Understanding H&C considerations in Canada is crucial, as these grounds are meant for those with exceptional cases. Each application is reviewed individually, with various factors taken into account.

IRCC releases annual Express Entry report 2024

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9 Aug

IRCC releases annual Express Entry report 2024

More than double the number of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued in Express Entry draws in 2023 compared to 2022 according to the newly released Express Entry Year-End report for 2023.

Ontario-OINP Draws Sent PR Invitations On June 2024

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17 Jun

Ontario-OINP Draws Sent PR Invitations On June 2024

The week began with 2 Ontario-OINP draws on June 17, sending out 190 permanent residency invitations under the Foreign Worker and International Student streams.

IMMIGRATION NEWS

10 Jun

Caregivers in Canada New Pilot Programs

Canada has unveiled new and improved caregiver pilot programs as the current Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot near their expiration date.

New Legislation for Canadian Citizenship Updates

IMMIGRATION NEWS

27 May

New Legislation for Canadian Citizenship Updates

Immigration Minister Marc Miller has introduced a bill in Canada's parliament to impose a first-generation limit on citizenship by descent. If the bill is passed, children of Canadian citizens born abroad will be able to pass their citizenship to their own children.

Two New Pilot Programs What You Should Know

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24 May

Two New Pilot Programs What You Should Know

In the latest phase of two previously announced immigration pilot programs, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is now accepting community applications for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot.

Manitoba Work Permit Extension: IRCC Approves for PNP Candidates

IMMIGRATION NEWS

10 May

Manitoba Work Permit Extension: IRCC Approves for PNP Candidates

Canada's Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, has granted a request from the Manitoba government to prolong the temporary resident status for select nominees identified within the province's Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

Reopening of Parents and Grandparents Program

IMMIGRATION NEWS

6 May

Reopening of Parents and Grandparents Program

The Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) is gearing up for relaunch this month, with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) readying to dispatch invitations to potential sponsors. According to an official announcement from the department, beginning May 21st, 2024, they will be issuing 35,700 invitations with the aim of approving 20,500 complete applications.