Canada’s immigration backlog now exceeds 2 million persons

Credit to Author: Shelby Thevenot| Date: Sat, 30 Apr 2022 11:30:04 +0000

Immigration Canada’s processing inventory now stands at more than 2 million people across all lines of business. The temporary and permanent residence backlog has increased. Meanwhile, the citizenship backlog went down to about 400,000 persons in April, compared to more than 453,000 in March. The backlog has progressed as follows since last summer: April 11-12, […]

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Are you eligible for Canadian citizenship?

Credit to Author: Daniel Levy| Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:00:56 +0000

Over 85% of Canadian immigrants become citizens, one of the highest rates in the world. The benefits of Canadian citizenship include being able to live permanently in one of the world’s most peaceful and economically, socially, and politically stable societies, enjoying one of the world’s most powerful passports, and having the right to vote, among […]

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Five benefits of Canadian citizenship

Credit to Author: Shelby Thevenot| Date: Tue, 05 Apr 2022 13:00:02 +0000

There are a number of good reasons to transition from permanent residence to Canadian citizenship. Beyond the security and pride that comes with citizenship, there are some advantages that are not available to permanent residents. Here are five benefits to getting Canadian citizenship. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm […]

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How to get Canadian citizenship if your parent is a Canadian

Credit to Author: Daniel Levy| Date: Fri, 25 Mar 2022 13:00:14 +0000

There are significant benefits to being a Canadian citizen. You have the ability to live permanently in a country with a stable economy, society, and political environment. This includes having access to ample job opportunities, universal healthcare, high quality education for your children, and a passport that provides visa free travel to 185 countries. These […]

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Immigration Canada’s backlog grows to 1.84 million

Credit to Author: Kareem El-Assal| Date: Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:00:09 +0000

IRCC reports there are 1.84 million people waiting on decisions in its inventory as of mid-March. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) provided its latest inventory data to CIC News through a media request. The inventory comprises applications submitted by future Canadian citizens, permanent residents, international students, temporary workers, and visitors. The backlog has progressed as follows since the […]

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Canada’s Express Entry backlog has declined by nearly 24,000 persons since December

Credit to Author: Shelby Thevenot| Date: Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:56:41 +0000

Canada’s economic class immigration backlog stands at 231,187 people waiting on decisions for their applications, according to February 28 data provided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). At the beginning of February 2022, the economic class inventory stood at 230,573 persons, meaning the inventory grew by 614 persons. While it may seem that little […]

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Immigration Canada’s backlog stands at 1.8 million people, but there are signs of improvement

Credit to Author: Kareem El-Assal| Date: Wed, 09 Feb 2022 18:41:38 +0000

IRCC’s inventory remains at 1.8 million persons as of February 1, however there are signs of progress among immigration and study permit applications. CIC News received the newest Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) inventory data via a media request. The backlog includes applications from future citizens, permanent residents, international students, temporary workers, and visitors. Adding up these categories […]

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How to Apply for Proof of Canadian Citizenship

Credit to Author: Daniel Levy| Date: Mon, 07 Feb 2022 13:29:34 +0000

Canadian citizenship is becoming even more valuable amid growing uncertainty around the world. The pandemic has disrupted all facets of our lives and there is great political uncertainty in developed and developing countries alike. Enter Canadian citizenship. Acquiring Canadian citizenship offers a variety of benefits including being able to live and work in one of […]

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Canada expects a 40 per cent increase in citizenship among immigrants by 2024

Credit to Author: Kareem El-Assal| Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 15:37:05 +0000

A new Statistics Canada study that shows fewer recent immigrants are gaining Canadian citizenship is cause for concern, but improvements are on the horizon.  Becoming a citizen is one of the defining life moments of Canada’s immigrants. It marks the end of their newcomer journey and the beginning of their journey as a Canadian with […]

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Canada Election 2019: What to expect from the immigration system in the coming years

Credit to Author: Kareem El-Assal| Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2019 13:56:32 +0000

The Liberals’ minority victory in the October 21 federal election means Canada’s immigration system will likely remain stable as long as they are able to maintain the confidence of Parliament.  While the Liberals will need to rely on the support of at least one other party to pass legislation through Parliament, which will require negotiation […]

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