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International Women’s Day: Immigration stories throughout Canada

March 8, 2023 admin canadian immigration, Express Entry, immigrant women, immigrate to canada, immigration, International Women's Day, IRCC, PNP, Quebec, Women, work in Canada

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Wed, 08 Mar 2023 13:00:07 +0000

March 8 is International Women’s Day, a day that celebrates the achievements of women around the world. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has a page dedicated to covering inspiring stories from immigrants across Canada. Many of the stories are about immigrant women who have worked to enrich Canadian communities and make a real difference […]

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Canada poised to remain a major destination for immigrants if it can maintain its advantage

March 7, 2023 admin Canada, canada immigrate, census 2021, century initiative, housing, immigration, immigration levels plan, settle

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 07 Mar 2023 13:00:40 +0000

Canada’s level of support for immigrants is unique in the world according to a new report, Public Opinion and Immigration: Maintaining Canada’s Advantage, released by the Century Initiative. The national, non-partisan charity advocates for the economic and societal benefits of increasing Canada’s population to one hundred million people by 2100. They say immigration is a […]

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More international students than ever are using PGWPs as a springboard to Canadian permanent residency

March 7, 2023 admin canada permanent residence, immigration, immigration canada, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, IRCC, pgwp, post-graduation work permit, study in Canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 07 Mar 2023 12:00:17 +0000

Many international students who graduate from eligible Canadian Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) utilize the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) to extend their stay in Canada in order to work and build a life in this country. Note: As defined by the Canadian government, a DLI is “a school approved by a provincial or territorial government […]

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British Columbia, Alberta and Prince Edward Island invite candidates for provincial nomination

March 4, 2023 admin bc pnp, canada immigration, canadian immigration, CRS, Express Entry, federal skilled trades, immigration, ita, permanent residency, PNP, PR, provincial nominee program, skilled trades

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Sat, 04 Mar 2023 13:00:34 +0000

British Columbia, Alberta and Prince Edward Island have invited candidates under their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Getting a provincial nomination can be an advantage for candidates planning to apply for permanent resident status. This is because immigration is a shared responsibility between the federal and provincial governments. Provinces nominate candidates that the government feels will […]

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How to come to Quebec as a skilled worker

March 4, 2023 admin arrima, facilitated labour market impact assessment, immigration, international mobility program, Quebec, quebec acceptance certificate, quebec experience program, quebec immigration, quebec selection certificate, quebec skilled worker program, temporary foreign worker

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Sat, 04 Mar 2023 12:00:57 +0000

Quebec has a unique status in Canada, with specific provisions and powers in place to protect its distinct culture and language. Although the Canadian Constitution states that immigration falls under both federal and provincial power, Quebec has more immigration authority than any other province. In 1968, Quebec launched its own immigration ministry. Discover if You […]

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Federal ruling: the importance of avoiding misrepresentation in Canadian immigration applications

March 2, 2023 admin Canada, canadian immigration, immigrate canada, immigration, immigration application, misrepresentation, work permit

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Thu, 02 Mar 2023 12:00:28 +0000

Ting Li was a citizen of China, but her two children were studying in Canada. She had previously obtained a temporary resident visa (TRV) so that she could be in Canada and spend time with her children. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration In 2021, Ting received a job offer as a purchasing […]

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IRCC invites 667 candidates in Express Entry PNP-only draw

March 1, 2023 admin Canada, canada immigration, canada ita, canadian experience class, canadian immigration, Express Entry, federal skilled trades program, federal skilled worker program, immigration, permanent residence, PNP, PR, provincial nominee program, sean fraser

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Wed, 01 Mar 2023 18:44:10 +0000

IRCC held the sixth Express Entry draw of 2023 today. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations to 667 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 748. This was the fourth program-specific draw of 2023 following results of the PNP-only draw on February 15. Three of the program-specific draws have been […]

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March is IRCC’s Fraud Prevention Month

March 1, 2023 admin Canada, canadian immigration, fraud prevention month, immigration, immigration fraud, immigration scams, IRCC, jobs, settle, study, visit

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Wed, 01 Mar 2023 14:04:45 +0000

Every year in March, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) participates in the Canadian governments Fraud Protection Month to shed light on the fraud experienced by newcomers to Canada and how they can protect themselves. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Canada’s immigration process can be complex and daunting. Many prospective immigrants hire […]

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The Canadian citizenship oath could just be a click away

March 1, 2023 admin application fees, Canada, Canadian citizenship, canadian citizenship application, citizenship oath, immigration, IRCC, oath of citizenship, physical presence requirement, settle

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:30:37 +0000

Since 1947, swearing an oath is a legal requirement to becoming a Canadian citizen. Swearing an oath is a solemn vow taken by citizenship applicants to abide by Canadian laws and fulfil their duties as citizens. Typically, new citizens must swear or affirm the oath before a citizenship judge at virtual or in person ceremonies. […]

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IRCC extends policy that allows visitors to obtain work permits if they have valid job offers

February 28, 2023 admin Canada, canada employment, covid-19, ESDC, immigration, jobs, labour market impact assessment, LMIA, temporary foreign worker, tfwp, tfws, Work, work permit

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 28 Feb 2023 18:19:48 +0000

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that any foreign national who receives a job offer while in Canada will be able to apply for, and receive, a work permit. This is an extension of the COVID-19-era temporary public policy that was set to expire today. To be eligible to apply, an applicant looking […]

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