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Parents and Grandparents program will reopen this month

May 6, 2024 admin family class immigration, family sponsorship, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, IRCC, parents and grandparents program, pgp, super visa

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Mon, 06 May 2024 18:00:45 +0000

The Parents and Grandparents program (PGP) is set to reopen this month, as Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) prepares to send out invitations to potential sponsors. The department confirmed via an announcement that starting May 21st, 2024, it will send out 35,700 invitations with the hope of approving 20,500 complete applications. Sponsor your parents […]

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Canada processing proof of citizenship applications faster than pre-pandemic standards

May 4, 2024 admin Canadian citizenship, canadian dual citizenship, canadian passport, citizenship, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, IRCC, proof of citizenship

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sat, 04 May 2024 13:00:21 +0000

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is now processing proof of citizenship applications in as little as three months, with application wait-times now reduced significantly from even pre-pandemic standards. Now some foreign nationals—who have at least one biological or legal parent who is a Canadian citizen—can expect to receive a decision on their citizenship application […]

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IRCC introduces new method for calculating processing times for some applications

May 3, 2024 admin Canada, canada permanent residence, immigrate to canada, IRCC, oag, processing time, service standards

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Fri, 03 May 2024 13:00:26 +0000

A recent announcement by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) says that the department will now publish anticipated processing times online using forward-looking processing times. This is to help applicants predict the length of time it will take to process their applications. The updated processing times will be available for several high-volume immigration programs including: […]

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Where to find your cultural community in Canada

May 1, 2024 admin Alberta, British Columbia, Canada, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, IRCC, Manitoba, Montreal, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, saskachewan, Toronto, vancouver

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 01 May 2024 13:00:41 +0000

For many newcomers to Canada, finding people of their own social and cultural background can be a huge consideration in settling in a new country. Luckily, due to its ethic of multiculturalism, and emphasis on diversity, newcomers from all around the world can likely find members of their community in Canada. Below is a profile […]

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New rules around off-campus work hours for international students

April 30, 2024 admin immigration minister marc miller, International students, IRCC, news, off campus, off-campus hours, working

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:36:26 +0000

Starting September, Canada intends to change the number of hours students may work off campus per week to 24 hours. This will ensure they focus primarily on their studies, while having the option to work, if necessary.

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Getting PR after graduating from a master’s or PhD program as an international student

April 30, 2024 admin canada permanent residence, international student graduates, International students, IRCC, permanent residence, pgwp, study, study in Canada, study permit, study permit cap, Work, work in Canada

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:00:38 +0000

It may now be easier for students who come to Canada for a master’s or Ph.D. program to obtain permanent residence (PR). On February 15, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) enacted a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) policy that was first announced on January 22 as one of many changes coming to Canada’s international […]

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IRCC updates Start-up Visa and Self-Employed Persons programs to reduce backlogs and improve processing

April 29, 2024 admin Canada, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, IRCC, marc miller, self-employed persons program, start-up visa

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 16:24:11 +0000

Immigration Minister Marc Miller has announced important changes to the Start-Up Visa and Self-Employed Persons programs. As of April 30th, 2024, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will implement new policies around processing applications for the Start-up Visa. On the same day, the department will impose a full pause on application intake for the Self-Employed […]

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These 13 colleges in Ontario will be admitting fewer international students in 2024

April 25, 2024 admin canada news, IRCC, Ontario, study, study in Canada, study permit, study permit cap

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2024 13:00:03 +0000

Based on this government of Ontario’s announcement, it may now be harder for international students to get accepted at 13 public colleges across the province. According to a recent Toronto Star article, the following public colleges (presented in no particular order) will see a decline in international student enrollment this year: Cambrian Canadore Conestoga Fanshawe […]

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Strategies for making progress on a delayed immigration application

April 24, 2024 admin Immigrate, immigration application, immigration application process canada, Immigration Law, immigration law column, immigration processing, IRCC, processing times immigration

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 23:07:39 +0000

So, what recourse do you have with a delayed application? Thankfully, there are several different strategies available. Each option has its own advantages and drawbacks, requiring careful consideration based on your specific circumstances and often, a multi-faceted approach.

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Canada invites 1,400 candidates in Express Entry draw for French proficiency

April 24, 2024 admin category-based selection draw, cec, crs score, Express Entry, fstp, fswp, IRCC, ita, update

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:13:14 +0000

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) to Express Entry candidates in the second draw this week. The department issued 1,400 ITAs in a category-based selection draw for candidates with French proficiency. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 410 to be considered. Get a Free Express […]

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