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What Are the Updated Requirements for the Quebec Experience Program?

The Quebec government recently introduced new changes to the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ). Starting July 22, 2021, accompanying spouses of applicants to the PEQ will be required to meet the language proficiency requirements for French. The accompanying spouse of the PEQ applicant will be required to score at least a level 4 on the Quebec Scale of Proficiency in French for Adult Immigrants to demonstrate language proficiency.

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What Are the Changes in the Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program?

The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently announced that they will conduct a lottery for the Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program. The lottery will be held during the week of September 2, 2021, where applicants will be nominated for permanent residence. Those selected will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA), which they must respond to within 60 days.

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What Are the New Changes in Hiring Temporary Foreign Workers in Canada?

According to a recent article published in the Canada Gazette, the Canadian government is proposing drastic changes to the rules for temporary foreign workers.

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What Are the Marijuana Regulations for Traveling to Canada?

If you are a marijuana advocate or a regular partaker, there are a few things you must know before traveling to Canada. Having a previous offense involving marijuana can severely impact your ability to enter Canada. The Canadian government legalized the recreational use of Marijuana in 2018. However, it is still strictly regulated and cannabis-related charges can hurt your ability to immigrate to Canada.

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Recovery of the Canadian Economy and Immigration Levels

Immigration levels to Canada are expected to quickly rebound as the Covid-19 public health restrictions are relaxed and borders open all over the world. This is especially good news for overseas applicants to the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW), the Federal Skilled Trades (FST), and other provincial business programs and business immigration programs.

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The Top 10 Myths About the Express Entry System

The Express Entry system is the fastest and most popular way to immigrate to Canada. The Express Entry system manages applications for three federal economic immigration programs:

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How to Visit Canada from the US: Criminal Inadmissibility

Canada recently announced that fully vaccinated travelers from the United States will be allowed to enter Canada from August 9, 2021. This exemption will apply only to US citizens and permanent residents who are currently living in the US. Travelers must have completed their full course of vaccination at least 2 weeks before entering Canada.

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Why International Students Are More Successful Immigrating to Canada

Recent data by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals that one in three international students were successful in immigrating to Canada after completing their Canadian study programs. This emerging trend is good news for the Canadian immigration system as it tries to bounce back post-pandemic. The number of study permits issued in 2020 was more than 2019 by 519,800.

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What Are the Language Requirements for Work Permit Applications?

If you are coming to Canada to work in an occupation, then you are required by the legislation to demonstrate your language proficiency in English or French. Recently there has been a notable increase in the number of Judicial Review petitions filed to the Federal Court of Canada regarding their denied work permit applications.

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How Does Certified Translations for Immigrating to Canada Work?

If you are planning to immigrate to Canada, then you will be required to provide various supporting documents and certificates to complete your application. Since English and French are the two official languages of Canada, you may be required to provide certified translations of your official documents in either of these two languages to complete your application.

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How to Apply for the New Canadian Open Work Permit

The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released new instructions on how temporary residents can apply for an open work permit provided they have applied for one of the recent permanent residence pathways.

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Canadian Provincial Nominee Program Results for July 2021

According to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), in July, over 6,000 invitations were issued to the applicants of the Canadian Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Out of the 13 provinces and territories in Canada, 11 operate their PNPs, except Quebec Immigration and the territory, Nunavut.

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BCNP’s Entrepreneur Stream Paused Applications for the Base Category

British Columbia recently announced that they have paused the applications for the Base Category stream of the British Columbia’s Entrepreneur Immigration offered under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) from July 19, 2021.

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What Are the Strongest Canadian Immigration Levels in 2021?

June came out as the strongest month for Canadian Immigration as the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reported an increase in immigrant arrivals. This indicates that Canada is on the right track to meet its Immigration Levels Target for 2021 to invite around 401,000 new immigrants. This has been the most ambitious immigration target in Canadian history. Before this, the only time Canada managed to welcome over 400,000 new immigrants was in 1913. See Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan for 2020-2023.

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Nova Scotia Introduces New Pilot Program for International Graduates

The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) has introduced a new pilot program to address the growing labor shortages for continuing care assistants and early childhood educators in the province.

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Canada Launched New Immigration Pathway for Human Rights Defenders

Canada has gained international recognition for its efforts to protect the human rights of those at risk of persecution. In 2020, Canada welcomed almost one-third of all refugee resettlers in the world. It is more than any other country in the world has done for those who have been displaced due to calamities in their home countries.

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Top In-Demand Occupations in Ontario Because of COVID

The Covid-19 pandemic seriously affected the Canadian economy. While some sectors of the economy faced widespread job loss, other sectors faced a shortage of workers due to an unexpected boom. The federal government researched the pandemic affecting the availability of labor in each province and territory.

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IRCC Exempts Certain Immigrants from Taking Medical Examinations

The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued new guidelines for permanent residence applicants residing in Canada. These applicants may no longer have to complete a medical examination as a part of their immigration application.

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Canada Offers Open Work Permit to Applicants to the New PR Pathways

The Canadian Immigration Minister, Marco Medicino announced recently that the applicants to the 6 new pathways:

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Why the Nursing Shortage in Canada Provides Opportunities for Immigrants

Canada is facing such an acute shortage of nurses that there simply isn’t enough time to train new workers fast enough to meet the demand. This has proven to be a golden opportunity for highly-skilled foreign workers looking to immigrate to Canada.

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OINP’s New Instructions for Submitting Complete PNP Applications

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has issued certain specific instructions for new applicants applying for permanent residency in the province. Under the new instructions, the OINP will now only accept completed applications for its provincial programs.

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Rejection Rates for PR Requests Double Since 2019 in Canada

According to the data revealed by the Migrants Rights Network on July 13, 2021, the rejection rate of permanent residency applications based on Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds has doubled since 2019. The data was accessed through an Access to Information Request filed by the New Democratic Party (NDP). The NDP MP, Jenny Kwan said in a statement that the government must explain the reason for such an increase in denials and take immediate action to rectify it.

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Canadian Immigration Levels Drop Again for the Fifth Consecutive Month in 2021

New data released by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) revealed that new immigrant landings in Canada declined for the fifth consecutive month after a strong start at the beginning of the year.

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The PR Pathway for Temporary Workers in Essential Non-Healthcare Occupations Reaches Its Cap

On May 6, 2021, Canada launched 6 new immigration pathways for English-speaking temporary workers in healthcare and other non healthcare essential occupations, these same 2 programs for those who are French-speaking, and two for international graduates who speak French and those who don’t.

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Why Foreign Entrepreneurs Should Start a Business in Canada

It is a relatively less known fact that Canada is ranked fourth in the world out of 197 countries for the strength of its startup business ecosystem. Canada is the best place for international entrepreneurs and investors who plan to start or acquire a business. Business Immigration to Canada is relatively simple compared to other developed countries.

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What to Consider Before Moving to Canada

Thousands of people from all over the world immigrate to Canada every year. Canada is world-renowned for its welcoming and accepting attitude towards immigrants. If you are planning to immigrate to Canada, then you must consider all your options.

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Canada Releases Plans for an Updated Code of Conduct for Immigration and Citizenship Consultants

In 2019, the government of Canada took steps to increase regulations for individuals and businesses that provide immigration and citizenship consultancy through the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants Acts. This is also known as the College Act.

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Why Canada Needs More Low-Skilled Workers to Immigrate

According to a policy brief published by the Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC), Canada needs to do more to retain its low-skilled temporary foreign workers.

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Qualify for the Start-Up Visa: How Much Money is Needed?

Are you interested in the Start-Up Visa? Many international entrepreneurs are attracted to the Start-Up Visa Program as it does not have a minimum investment requirement. This program was launched to encourage business immigration of eligible and experienced international entrepreneurs who want to establish their business in Canada.

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First Nations, Inuit and Métis Now Recognized in Canada’s Oath of Citizenship

Canada considers its Oath of Citizenship as a public declaration of belonging to the country and its community. To better reflect the diversity and history of Canada, the Canadian government is planning to update the Oath of Citizenship through Bill C-8 to include Indigenous Peoples. This is in direct response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Call to Action 94.

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