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IRCC adds new programs to PGWP-eligible fields of study

January 2, 2025 admin field of study requirements, International students, new field of study programs, pgwp, pgwp eligibility, post graduation work permits, study permits, Work

Credit to Author: Janice Rodrigues| Date: Thu, 02 Jan 2025 13:00:53 +0000

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently expanded the fields of study eligible for Post Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs). As of December 17, 2024, the PGWP-eligible fields of study include certain programs related to early childhood education and developmental service workers. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm Prior […]

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New to Canada? You may be eligible for government-funded settlement services

January 1, 2025 admin Canada, free services for newcomers, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, IRCC, settle in canada, settlement service providers, settlement services, settlement services in canada

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 01 Jan 2025 13:00:11 +0000

Some newcomers arriving to Canada are eligible for settlement services. Newcomers can take advantage of these government-funded services, which are intended to help support them in adapting to life in Canada. Settlement services can help newcomers with tasks such as finding housing, improving language skills, finding employment, and even making new friends. Studies have shown […]

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Living in Vancouver, British Columbia

December 31, 2024 admin British Columbia, city guide, find a city, guides, settlement, vancouver

Credit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2024 16:46:56 +0000

Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the best cities to live in the world and is one of the most popular settlement destinations for immigrants.

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Yukon to implement intakes for Yukon Nominee Program applications in 2025

December 31, 2024 admin apply to ynp, apply to yukon nominee program, how to apply to ynp, how to apply to yukon nominee program, provinces, settle in the yukon as a canadian permanent resident, ynp, ynp 2025, ynp intakes, Yukon, yukon nominee program, yukon nominee program 2025, yukon pnp, yukon pnp application

Credit to Author: Derek Shank| Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2024 13:00:13 +0000

The government of Yukon is moving to an intake-based approach for applications to the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP). Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP programs Under this new intake-based approach, the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) will accept a fixed number of applications in each intake. Once the cap has been hit for a given intake, […]

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Ban on flagpoling now in effect

December 30, 2024 admin Canada, canadian border services agency, canadian free trade agreements, cbsa, flagpoling, flagpoling ban, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, IRCC, same day immigration services, study permit, work permit

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Tue, 24 Dec 2024 18:27:00 +0000

As of December 23, 11:59 pm, the ban on flagpoling is now in effect. Now temporary residents (those on a work or study permit) in Canada can no longer receive same-day immigration services at the border. These newcomers will need to apply directly to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to extend their stay in […]

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5 family-friendly tips for creating a strong financial plan for 2025

December 30, 2024 admin emergency fund strategies, enhancing financial literacy, family financial planning, financial goals for 2025, money & business, tips for budgeting as a family

Credit to Author: Shalini Dharna| Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2024 14:57:44 +0000

With so much happening in the economy and the world around us, it’s only natural to feel a bit anxious about the future. However, with a thoughtful approach to financial planning, families can tackle these challenges together while also nurturing everyone’s mental well-being

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Looking ahead to 2025: newcomer hopes and expectations

December 30, 2024 admin abdullah al imran, building community, diary marif, goals for 2025, hiring in canada, immigrant success stories, learnings from 2024, Living, narine dat sookram, networking, professional goals 2025, setting goals 2025, skills to learn for success, the fifth estate, top 25 canadian immigrant awards

Credit to Author: Baisakhi Roy| Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2024 01:46:37 +0000

We spoke with newcomers stepping into the new year with fresh optimism and a renewed sense of purpose.

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I want to sponsor my spouse or partner: Should I choose inland or outland sponsorship?

December 30, 2024 admin Canada, family sponsorship canada, how to sponsor your spouse or partner, inland sponsorship applications, outland sponsorship applications, sponsor your common-law partner, sponsor your conjugal partner, sponsor your family for pr, sponsor your spouse, spousal open work permit, spousal sponsorship

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2024 13:00:44 +0000

Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner for permanent residence (PR), provided both they and their loved ones meet certain criteria. Canadians pursuing this kind of sponsorship will need to choose between two options: inland sponsorship, or outland sponsorship. Each comes with its own benefits. This article will […]

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Ontario reaches 2024 PNP allocation limit

December 29, 2024 admin canada pnp, express entry ontario, immigrate to ontario, oinp, Ontario, Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program, PNP, provinces, provincial nominee program

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:00:52 +0000

As of December 23, 2024, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has reached its full provincial nomination allocation for 2024. A total of 21,500 nominations were issued across various streams in 2024. The OINP will continue to accept and consider new applications under its 2025 allocation. As of this writing, the official number of provincial […]

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