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If you are thinking about studying in Canada, it’s important to understand what the Study Permit is and how it works. The Study Permit allows international students to attend educational institutions in the country. This is not a visa, but a permit that accompanies the entry visa, which is required for landing in Canada.

Waiting for a response to your Canadian visa application can be an experience filled with anxiety and uncertainty. To help you get through this period more smoothly, we’ve gathered some valuable recommendations.

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.

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.

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.

Navigating the complexities of hiring foreign workers can be challenging for Canadian employers. However, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)’s Mobilité Francophone stream offers a streamlined process, making it easier for employers to hire qualified French-speaking workers for managerial, professional, technical, or skilled trades positions outside Quebec. One significant advantage of this program is that employers typically do not need to go through the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process.

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.

Now is an ideal time for French-speaking individuals to consider Canada as a destination for studying, working, and living. The Canadian government has recently invested heavily in promoting French and English as official languages and strengthening minority language communities, creating a more welcoming environment than ever before.

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.

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.

A job offer can significantly booster a Canadian immigration application. Employment offers and Canadian work experience are often essential for eligibility in many economic immigration pathways. Moreover, having a Canadian job offer can facilitate securing a work permit, enabling individuals to live and work in Canada before obtaining permanent residence (PR) status.

As of May 27th, 2024, candidates applying through specific economic immigration programs, including Express Entry, must provide higher proof of funds to meet eligibility requirements. It is crucial for candidates to update their profiles to reflect the increased funds, as failure to do so will result in their removal from the pool.