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Permanent residence class proposed for semi-skilled workers

August 5, 2024 admin Canada, canada permanent residence, International student, IRCC, irpa, tfw

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Sat, 03 Aug 2024 12:00:38 +0000

Immigraiton, Refugees and Citizesnhip Canada (IRCC) has proposed an amendment to the Immigration and Refugees Protection Act (IRPA) that would introduce a new permanent economic immigration class for workers who have experience and training that falls under the Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities (TEER) levels 4 and 5. The department says the pathway would “support […]

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Permanent residence class proposed for semi-skilled workers.

August 3, 2024 admin Canada, canada permanent residence, International student, IRCC, irpa, tfw

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Sat, 03 Aug 2024 12:00:38 +0000

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Why IRCC may refuse your application for a post-graduation work permit

July 8, 2024 admin canada news, canada work permit, dli, international graduates, International student, pgwp, post-graduation work permit, study in Canada, study permit, Work, work in Canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Mon, 08 Jul 2024 12:00:57 +0000

Post-graduation work permits (PGWPs) are a popular way for international students to obtain Canadian work experience after graduating from a designated learning institution (DLI). This work experience can be valuable for many reasons, including how it helps international students build eligibility for many permanent residence programs. Lately, PGWPs have been in the spotlight in Canadian […]

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Report: Approval, processing rates drop after IRCC’s student cap

June 22, 2024 admin immigration refugees and citizenship canada, International student, IRCC, PAL, provincial attestation letter, study, study in Canada, study permit, study permit cap

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sat, 22 Jun 2024 12:00:19 +0000

Considerable changes occurred to Canada’s study permit program in January of this year Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) instituted a temporary international student cap effective between 2024 and 2026. It supported this policy through a new Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) system, distributing this cap among Canada’s provinces and territories. IRCC will aim to approve […]

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Canada’s population grows by over one million in less than a year

June 20, 2024 admin Canada, canada permanent residence, International student, IRCC, Population, provincial attestation letter, study in Canada, temporary residence

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Thu, 20 Jun 2024 12:00:30 +0000

Canada has reached another population milestone and it’s almost entirely due to immigration. According to the latest data from Statistics Canada, as of April 1 this year, the population passed 41 million people (41,012, 563). For context, the population hit a record 40 million in June 2023. Nearly a quarter of that growth (242,673 people) […]

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Frequently asked questions about summer jobs for international students in Canada

June 6, 2024 admin canada news, International student, IRCC, study, study in Canada, work in Canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Thu, 06 Jun 2024 12:00:09 +0000

International students remaining in Canada for the summer may have some questions about finding employment while they wait for the fall semester. International students are only allowed to work in Canada, without a separate work permit, if they have work authorization on their study permit. This work authorization will indicate if the study permit holder […]

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Staying in Canada after graduation: What are your options as an international student?

May 30, 2024 admin Canada, imp, international graduates, International student, IRCC, permanent residence, pgwp, tfwp, visitor visa

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Thu, 30 May 2024 12:00:40 +0000

Many international students finishing their post-secondary academic programs want to stay in Canada after graduation to live, work and eventually become permanent residents. There are a few options for ways to stay in Canada once school is finished. The most popular option is to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). A PGWP is an […]

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What kind of school should I apply to as an international student in Canada?

May 28, 2024 admin canada news, canada study, International student, study, study in Canada, work in Canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 28 May 2024 12:00:31 +0000

Universities, colleges, and specialty programs across Canada all have unique values, and the best choice for international students often depends on their individual career goals and aspirations. Note: Speciality programs are those specifically designed to help students develop and enhance specific skills such as those in the trades. Meanwhile, bridging programs help newcomers connect the […]

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