Latest Canadian & United States Immigration News

Canada Plans Immigration Increases for the Atlantic Provinces

The Atlantic Provinces of Canada, namely New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador and Prince Edward Island require economic immigration to maintain their labor market development.

Post-Graduation Work Permit Holders Can Apply for New Open Work Permits

Canada has introduced a new policy that will allow international graduates to apply for a 1time open work permit if their Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is about to expire.

Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Acting Like a Lottery?

Canada carried out a lottery-style draw for the Parent and Grandparents Sponsorship program in 2020. Disclaimer: We’re not saying that it’s an actual immigration lottery, just that the selection method changed.

How Does the Express Entry Tie Breaker Rule Work?

Canada has started implementing a new tie-breaker rule in every Express Entry Draw since the travel restrictions were implemented in mid-March to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

Vernon-North Okanagan is Changing Requirements for The RNIP

Vernon-North Okanagan in British Columbia is 1 of the 11 communities currently participating in the Rural and Northern Immigration Program.

How Quickly Can I Apply for a Visa After Rejection?

Thinking of visiting Canada? The visa process for visitors can be complicated and messy. Reapplying for a rejected or refused immigration visa can be daunting, but having the right information at hand can greatly simplify the process. There is no appeals process for a visa application – if your application for a Canadian visitor visa is denied, your only recourse is to submit a new one. This process can be started at any time, barring a citation on your decision letter stating otherwise.

Owner Operator LMIA for Business Owners

Owner operators entering the Canadian market from abroad may spend less time and money on immigration processes because of exemptions offered by the government. Most workers require an LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment), but qualified owner operators get to avoid the process altogether.

Most business owners need to pass an LMIA before receiving authorization to hire foreign workers in Canada. Owner operators avoid a lengthy LMIA through an exemption for foreign nationals who seek to establish their business in Canada.

Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP): Things You Should Know

Canada can be an exciting country to live and work in. Its economy is such that not all jobs can be filled by the people living here, which is one of the reasons Canada welcomes so many immigrants. To help identify the skills, experience, and education required to fill those jobs with foreign workers, the federal government, through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has created the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program ("OINP" for short or 'Ontario PNP') allows each of the participating provinces and territories to select the specific skillsets that meet their economic needs.

The Top 10 Universities in Canada for International Students

Canada, also known as The True North, contains some of the top universities in the world, according to the Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings 2020. These academic institutions offer exceptional opportunities for higher learning. If you’re an international student hoping to study abroad, Canadian universities offer many different programs and degrees for you to choose from.

Obtaining a Canadian Study Permit will get you one step closer to studying at one of Canada’s world-class research institutions and learning in either English or French. Not sure which school is right for you?

Read on to learn about the top 10 universities in Canada or click here to learn about Canadian Study Permits or Student Work Visas. These schools offer a variety of programs that will appeal to students who are searching for the best universities in Canada for international students.

Below you will find a list of universities in Canada for international students with a short review of each school so you can find the best school for you.

Denied Entry to Canada: What's Next?

Being denied entry into Canada can be a shock. Especially if you thought you had all your documentation in order or you’ve been allowed in before. What are your options? And having been denied once, does that mean you can never enter Canada? No, it doesn’t. There are steps you can take to be allowed entry in the future.

4 Reasons Your Visa Application is Taking Longer Than Expected

Waiting is often the hardest part of applying for one of Canada’s many immigration and visa programs. Since the process is complicated, many reasons exist that could be causing a delay. These four reasons are among the top culprits that make applications take longer than expected.

Similar to many other types of government processes, visa applications require that you pay all the applicable fees before the paperwork can be approved. There are a variety of reasons why you may have inadvertently avoided paying the appropriate fees.

Immigration to Canada from Bangladesh

Canada is a peaceful, inclusive country with a thriving economy. Those qualities explain why so many people from other countries think about migrating here. This country’s generous immigration policy also makes it an appealing choice. If you are thinking about immigration to Canada from Bangladesh, here is some information you need to consider.