What work can you do in Canada without needing a work permit?

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:00:55 +0000

In general, foreign nationals require a work permit for legal authorization to work in Canada, but there are exceptions allowing business visitors to perform certain kinds of work without needing a permit. Business visitors can work without needing a permit because they are not considered to be entering the Canadian labour market. This article will […]

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Canada extends deadline for changes to first-generation limit for citizenship by descent

Credit to Author: Janice Rodrigues| Date: Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:00:02 +0000

On December 18, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice extended the deadline for changes to Canada’s first generation limit (FGL) by three more months. The new deadline is March 19, 2025. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm Canada’s FGL restricts the ability of Canadian citizens born abroad to pass […]

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Finish 2024 strong. Start 2025 stronger.

Credit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Mon, 23 Dec 2024 22:26:24 +0000

As the year draws to a close, this is an excellent time to reflect on your achievements and set goals for what you hope to accomplish in the next 12 months.

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How to get an open work permit for your spouse or partner during the sponsorship process

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:00:50 +0000

When sponsoring your spouse, common-law, or conjugal partner for Canadian permanent residence, your partner may be eligible to obtain an open work permit (OWP). The sponsored person can only apply for this OWP after you have submitted your application to sponsor them for Permanent Residence (PR). They must apply for the OWP from within Canada. […]

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Start Your Journey to Canada with Pre-Arrival Services & Upskilling

Credit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:00:18 +0000

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A day in the life of an international student: How Samsung innovations can help you thrive in Canada

Credit to Author: SmartStarts| Date: Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:00:35 +0000

Anita wakes up at 7:30 a.m. to her Samsung clock app. She picks up her phone to check her calendar and plan her day. She’s grateful she signed up for the Samsung SmartStarts program after she moved to Canada to go to university and got $50 off her new phone. She checks her calendar and […]

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Four provinces invite candidates for provincial immigration in latest draws

Credit to Author: Janice Rodrigues| Date: Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:00:39 +0000

British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, and Prince Edward Island have invited candidates for provincial immigration this week. Provincial immigration results Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP programs Alberta Between November 29 and December 17, Alberta held 15 draws across multiple streams. Overall, over 1,700 candidates were issued invitations to apply, with different minimum scores. British Columbia […]

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Four provinces invite candidates for provincial immigration in latest draws

Credit to Author: Janice Rodrigues| Date: Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:00:39 +0000

British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, and Prince Edward Island have invited candidates for provincial immigration this week. Provincial immigration results Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP programs Alberta Between November 29 and December 17, Alberta held 15 draws across multiple streams. Overall, over 1,700 candidates were issued invitations to apply, with different minimum scores. British Columbia […]

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How does removing LMIA-based job offer CRS points impact Express Entry candidates?

Credit to Author: Janice Rodrigues| Date: Sat, 21 Dec 2024 13:00:45 +0000

On Tuesday 17 December, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced that Express Entry candidates will no longer receive extra points for having a job offer supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Prior to this change, a candidate with a valid job offer could receive an additional 50 points or an additional 200 points in […]

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TR to PR pathway applicants can continue to receive longer open work permits

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:00:08 +0000

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended its temporary public policy allowing temporary resident (TR) to permanent resident (PR) pathway applicants to receive longer open work permits (OWPs) while their applications are in process. This policy also extends the eligibility of spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children of principal PR applicants for OWPs. This […]

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