On October 27, 2021, Quebec introduced its new Immigration Levels Plan for 2022. This plan also revealed the number of applicants that will be invited through Quebec Immigration’s Entrepreneur, Self-Employed and other 3 major immigration programs. Nandine Girault, minister of Ministre de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI) said that Quebec needs to improve its integration services to offer new immigrants better settlement in Quebec.
The Quebec government recently announced plans to invite 52,500 new immigrants in 2022. A majority of these immigrants will be invited through the economic immigration programs offered by Quebec Immigration, including the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP) and the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ).
2021 will be ending in just 2 months and the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is yet to hold an Express Entry draw for the applicants to the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP). On October 21, the IRCC held a meeting with the association representing Canadian immigration lawyers and consultants. The conclusion came that the decision to resume Express Entry invitations for all applicants is yet to be made.
Recently, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced certain changes to the Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) to make it more accessible to permanent residence applicants.
On October 28, 2021, the Quebec government announced its immigration level target of inviting 52,500 new immigrants in 2022. This comes after the province’s plan to increase immigration post-pandemic to support economic recovery.
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently revealed that around 45,000 new immigrants landed in Canada in September 2021. This has put Canada back on track to achieve its immigration target of inviting 401,000 new immigrants in 2021. To fully achieve this target, Canada needs to maintain this pace and invite at least 45,000 immigrants every month for the rest of the year.
Every month, Canadian provinces and territories invite applicants to their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) for permanent residence. Out of the 13 Canadian provinces and territories, 11 (except Quebec and Nunavut) have their PNPs. These PNPs allow provinces to nominate applicants with relevant skills and experience who can help meet the local labor market shortages. PNPs have their selection criteria and eligibility requirements.
Are you planning to study abroad in Canada? Known globally for its multicultural society, high quality of life, and academic excellence, Canada has consistently been the top choice for international students planning to study abroad. There are several universities in Canada that feature every year among the top 100 universities in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
The Canadian government offers the Start-Up Visa Program to attract enterprising international business people and investors to establish their business in Canada. This program connects potential entrepreneurs to designated investors in Canada who can invest in their Start-up businesses. There is no minimum personal investment required for this program. This is what makes it very attractive for foreign entrepreneurs and investors.
New Brunswick is in Atlantic Canada and also one of the largest three Maritime provinces of Canada. New Brunswick, along with Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia joined together back in 1867 to form the Dominion of Canada.
Having your Spousal Sponsorship application refused can be very disheartening. Fortunately, that doesn’t have to be the end of the road. You can still file a sponsorship refusal appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD). The IAD is responsible for hearing immigration-related appeals, including matters related to sponsorship, removal orders, and residency. However, preparing an appeal for the IAD can be overwhelming with the many deadlines, document requirements, procedural rules, etc.
Misrepresentation is considered a serious offense in Canada and can result in a 5-year ban from entering Canada. While challenging a charge of misrepresentation can be tough, several conditions may help in your favor.
While Canada has a straightforward and easy-to-understand immigration system, not all are successful in making a perfect application. Common mistakes can derail your application and set back your plans to immigrate to Canada. With over 80 immigration programs, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) receive millions of applications every year. Many don’t cut. However, looking out for some simple errors can ensure that your application is complete and successful.
Finding a job in Canada as a foreign worker is not an easy task. As a foreign worker, you may find yourself lacking sufficient work experience or credentials to meet the requirements for a Canadian job. However, that should not discourage you from your plan of working in Canada.
Canada allows its citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their parents or grandparents for permanent residence in Canada through the Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program. Both the sponsor and their beneficiary are required to meet certain eligibility requirements to qualify for the program.
A recent report by Colleges and Institutes Canada stated that the Canadian government should introduce new pathways to permanent residence for international students graduating from colleges and institutes. Given the declining birth rates and an aging population, the report argued the need for Canada to tap into the “global talent pipeline” to ensure the development of the Canadian economy.
The Liberal Party of Canada promised to launch the Municipal Nominee Programs (MNP) during the 2019 Federal Elections. The MNP was also a key priority highlighted in the 2 mandate letters issued by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino after the elections.
Do you want to live and work in Saskatchewan without a job offer? Canada offers several immigration pathways at federal and provincial levels to nominate eligible applicants for permanent residence.
According to the chair of a national organization, Canada is missing out on thousands of additional international students studying at private career colleges by not making them eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
The Canadian government recently introduced a new way to classify occupations for immigration purposes. The new changes come into effect in fall 2022 and will affect certain economic class immigrants and foreign worker applicants. However, it is still unclear what type of applicants will be affected.
The Canadian government may extend the deadline for the new PR Pathways introduced earlier this year on May 6, 2021. The new PR Pathways were introduced to offer temporary foreign workers in healthcare and other essential occupations and international graduates a chance to apply for Canadian permanent residence. The government may also open these pathways to refugee claimants, Canada’s Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino informed in an interview on October 21, 2021.
Ontario’s Minister of Labour, Monte McNaughton recently called for administrative changes to attract more foreign workers. On October 25, 2021, Monte McNaughton introduced the “Working for Workers Act”. The Working for Workers Act includes proposed changes to help immigrants trying to work in regulated occupations in Ontario. If implemented, the act could mean great changes for foreign workers in Ontario.
The Canadian economy suffered a negative impact during the Covid-19 pandemic. Hundreds of people lost their jobs and had to face reduced hours. Many occupations were shifted to work from home. While certain sectors of the economy suffered, others were able to adapt to this sudden change and overcome pandemic challenges.
A huge difference was revealed in the approval ratings for Canadian Study Permit applications made through the Student Direct Stream (SDS) compared to non-SDS applications. The statistics reveal how effective and efficient the SDS program has been in offering an expedited pathway to Study Permits.
International students play a crucial role in helping Canada achieve its immigration levels target. Recently, the Canadian government emphasized their support for allowing international students to come to Canada at an online webinar organized by the PIE & Navitas called Canada's future success as a global study destination.
The number of immigrants invited through the Express Entry system slowed down in the third quarter of 2021. For the first 2 quarters of 2021, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited record-breaking immigrants.
According to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), international students are having to postpone their travel to Canada and study online after not receiving their Study Permits on time. Earlier this year, the IRCC had informed international students to submit their completed applications by May 15, 2021, to ensure the processing of their Study Permit applications by August 6, 2021.
The Canadian government announced on September 29, 2021, that all direct flights from India will be resumed. This announcement comes after a month-long ban on direct flights from India to reduce the risk of Covid-19 infection in Canada. After this ban expires on September 30, travelers will be able to board direct flights from India to Canada.
The Canadian government is planning to make it mandatory for all passengers and staff on federally regulated modes of transportation to be fully vaccinated by the end of the month or until November 30, 2021.
As a permanent resident, if you are planning to apply for Canadian citizenship, it is best to ensure that you submit a completed application to avoid any delays. There are important things you may do to improve your citizenship application and get ahead of the mistakes.
On October 27, 2021, Quebec introduced its new Immigration Levels Plan for 2022. This plan also revealed the number of applicants that will be invited through Quebec Immigration’s Entrepreneur, Self-Employed and other 3 major immigration programs. Nandine Girault, minister of Ministre de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI) said that Quebec needs to improve its integration services to offer new immigrants better settlement in Quebec.
The Quebec government recently announced plans to invite 52,500 new immigrants in 2022. A majority of these immigrants will be invited through the economic immigration programs offered by Quebec Immigration, including the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP) and the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ).
2021 will be ending in just 2 months and the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is yet to hold an Express Entry draw for the applicants to the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP). On October 21, the IRCC held a meeting with the association representing Canadian immigration lawyers and consultants. The conclusion came that the decision to resume Express Entry invitations for all applicants is yet to be made.
Recently, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced certain changes to the Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) to make it more accessible to permanent residence applicants.
On October 28, 2021, the Quebec government announced its immigration level target of inviting 52,500 new immigrants in 2022. This comes after the province’s plan to increase immigration post-pandemic to support economic recovery.
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently revealed that around 45,000 new immigrants landed in Canada in September 2021. This has put Canada back on track to achieve its immigration target of inviting 401,000 new immigrants in 2021. To fully achieve this target, Canada needs to maintain this pace and invite at least 45,000 immigrants every month for the rest of the year.
Every month, Canadian provinces and territories invite applicants to their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) for permanent residence. Out of the 13 Canadian provinces and territories, 11 (except Quebec and Nunavut) have their PNPs. These PNPs allow provinces to nominate applicants with relevant skills and experience who can help meet the local labor market shortages. PNPs have their selection criteria and eligibility requirements.
Are you planning to study abroad in Canada? Known globally for its multicultural society, high quality of life, and academic excellence, Canada has consistently been the top choice for international students planning to study abroad. There are several universities in Canada that feature every year among the top 100 universities in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
The Canadian government offers the Start-Up Visa Program to attract enterprising international business people and investors to establish their business in Canada. This program connects potential entrepreneurs to designated investors in Canada who can invest in their Start-up businesses. There is no minimum personal investment required for this program. This is what makes it very attractive for foreign entrepreneurs and investors.
New Brunswick is in Atlantic Canada and also one of the largest three Maritime provinces of Canada. New Brunswick, along with Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia joined together back in 1867 to form the Dominion of Canada.
Having your Spousal Sponsorship application refused can be very disheartening. Fortunately, that doesn’t have to be the end of the road. You can still file a sponsorship refusal appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD). The IAD is responsible for hearing immigration-related appeals, including matters related to sponsorship, removal orders, and residency. However, preparing an appeal for the IAD can be overwhelming with the many deadlines, document requirements, procedural rules, etc.
Misrepresentation is considered a serious offense in Canada and can result in a 5-year ban from entering Canada. While challenging a charge of misrepresentation can be tough, several conditions may help in your favor.
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