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Immigration minister signals big changes to permanent resident numbers in upcoming Levels Plan

August 28, 2024 admin Canada, canadian permanent residence, canadian pr, immigration levels plan, immigration minister, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, IRCC, marc miller, permanent residents

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 28 Aug 2024 12:00:57 +0000

In an interview with CTV News on August 26, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Marc Miller announced that he was considering changes to permanent immigration levels to Canada. Specifically, Miller stated that he was “looking at a number of options” to address permanent immigration into the country and that any upcoming changes to immigration […]

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How newcomer parents in Canada are supported through the Canada Child Benefit

August 23, 2024 admin Canada, canada child benefit, filing taxes in canada, life in canada, permanent residents

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:00:42 +0000

This week saw yet another payout of the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) to couples in Canada with at least one child under the age of 18. The CCB is a payment from the Canadian government for as much as $619.75 CAD per month for each child under the age of 6, and $522.91 CAD for […]

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Express Entry: IRCC invites 1,499 candidates in latest draw

June 19, 2024 admin canada immigration, cec, Express Entry, fstp, fswp, IRCC, ita, permanent residents

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Wed, 19 Jun 2024 17:14:05 +0000

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in Canada’s latest Express Entry draw. The department issued 1,499 ITAs in a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)- only draw. Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 663 to be considered. Get a Free Express Entry Assessment This draw follows two […]

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Canada Dental Care Plan will soon open to more Canadian residents

June 4, 2024 admin Canada, healthcare, immigrate to canada, permanent residents, temporary residents

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 04 Jun 2024 12:00:01 +0000

Families in Canada with children under 18 may be eligible for the new Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP) as of June 27. The CDCP aims to help ease the financial burden of paying for dental care out of pocket for those below a certain income threshold with no private dental plan, as is often supplied […]

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Canada Dental Care Plan opens to more Canadian residents

June 4, 2024 admin Canada, healthcare, immigrate to canada, permanent residents, temporary residents

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Tue, 04 Jun 2024 12:00:01 +0000

Families in Canada with children under 18 may be eligible for the new Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP) as of June 1. The CDCP aims to help ease the financial burden of paying for dental care out of pocket for those below a certain income threshold with no private dental plan, as is often supplied […]

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IRCC introduces two new immigration pilots for rural and French-minority communities

March 7, 2024 admin Canada, canada immigration news, canada permanent residence, canada pr, francophone immigration, IRCC, permanent residents, rural and northern immigration pilot

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Thu, 07 Mar 2024 14:00:05 +0000

In a press conference earlier today, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced two separate new immigration pilots – one for rural communities and another for francophone minority communities across Canada – while adding that the existing Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) will transition into a permanent program. In a press conference today, Immigration […]

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Exploring the reasons behind immigrant departures from Canada

February 12, 2024 admin Canada, canada immgration, canadian permanent residence, permanent residents

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Mon, 12 Feb 2024 14:00:59 +0000

Canada is among the most sought-after countries to immigrate to, due to the country’s exceptional quality of life, robust healthcare and education system, and liberal ethic of multiculturalism. However, Canada is not always the last stop on an immigrant’s journey. A new study released by Statistics Canada has found that more than 15% of immigrants […]

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The lesser-known benefits of being a Canadian permanent resident

February 9, 2024 admin Canada, Canadian immigrants, canadian permanent residence, permanent residents, settlement services, study in Canada

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Fri, 09 Feb 2024 13:00:17 +0000

For many newcomers the ability to become a permanent resident (PR) of Canada is one of the most attractive aspects of moving to the country. Permanent residence status gives individuals the ability to reside in Canada, and to study, work, and live as they wish (within the bounds of the law). However, there are also […]

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Is there a residency requirement for Canadian citizenship?

January 31, 2024 admin canada citizenship, Canadian citizenship, citizenship, immigration refugees and citizenship canada, permanent residents, proof of citizenship

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Wed, 31 Jan 2024 13:00:20 +0000

Part of maintaining your permanent resident (PR) status in Canada is meeting a residency requirement. In other words, to avoid losing PR status, those who immigrate to this country must reside in Canada for a minimum of 730 days* over the last five years. *The 730 days (two years) used to meet the PR residency […]

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British Columbia projects 1 million job openings in the next ten years

December 15, 2023 admin bcpnp, British Columbia, british columbia immigration, IRCC, jobs in canada, permanent residents, PNP, provinces

Credit to Author: Edana Robitaille| Date: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 13:00:33 +0000

According to British Columbia’s recently released Labour Market Outlook report, the province will add 1 million jobs to its workforce by 2033. The Labour Market Outlook report is a 10-year forecast of the province’s in-demand careers, skills training and education, as well as the industries that may be hiring. The report shows that 65% of […]

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