On Tuesday 17 December, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced that Express Entry candidates will no longer receive extra points for having a job offer supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Prior to this change, a candidate with a valid job offer could receive an additional 50 points or an additional 200 points in […]
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Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended its temporary public policy allowing temporary resident (TR) to permanent resident (PR) pathway applicants to receive longer open work permits (OWPs) while their applications are in process. This policy also extends the eligibility of spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children of principal PR applicants for OWPs. This […]
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If you’re new to Canada and interested in managing your own investments, self-directed investing might be an option for you. It is one way to make your own decisions on where to invest your money. In this article, we’ll explore what self-directed investing is, how to get started, and the resources available to help you […]
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Interested in moving to and working in Canada? The International Experience Canada (IEC) pool is now open and accepting candidate profiles for the 2025 season. Under the IEC program, youth from certain countries can receive work permits. In contrast to many other work permit-issuing programs, IEC candidates are provided significantly more certainty about their chances […]
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Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) plans to end flagpoling. “Flagpoling will no longer be an option,” said Immigration Minister Marc Miller, in a televised speech on Tuesday, 17 December. Consult with an experienced immigration representative People will no longer be able to flagpole to obtain same-day service for immigration applications. Once this change comes […]
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Express Entry candidates seeking Canadian permanent residency will soon no longer receive additional points in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) for having an LMIA-based job offer. Prior to this change, Express Entry candidates could receive an additional 50 or 200 CRS points for having an LMIA-based job offer. An additional 50 points can easily make […]
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Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released eligibility criteria and details on a new francophone immigration pathway to Canada opening in 2025. The Francophone Community Immigration Class (FCIC) is a new immigration pathway designed to help French-speaking newcomers settle permanently in Canada. The FCIC is for newcomers who wish to settle in francophone communities […]
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New information has been released about a rural immigration pathway to permanent residence (PR) in Canada. The Rural Community Immigration Class is a pathway for foreign nationals who can help overcome labour shortages in designated communities outside of Quebec, and want to reside in these communities long term. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian […]
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Based on the application you choose to sponsor your loved one, you could benefit from increased freedom of movement, the right to appeal a decision, and work permit options for you and the person you sponsor. While the ability to sponsor is granted to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, the process of sponsorship can be […]
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Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in its first draw of the week. The department issued 1,085 invitations to apply (ITAs) in a PNP-only draw. Get a Free Express Entry Assessment Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 727 to be considered. Today’s draw marks the […]
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Some work permit holders in Canada may continue to study in the country without needing a study permit. On December 6, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated their operational instructions and guidelines to clarify that work permit holders who applied for their work permit before June 7, 2023, may continue to pursue their studies […]
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British Columbia issued more invitations to apply (ITAs) this week to candidates under two skills immigration pathways under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) also announced they will end their commitment to the policy facilitating open work permits to some MPNP candidates in the coming days. Assess your eligibility for […]
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Mercer’s annual Quality of Living survey has named Vancouver as one of the best cities for quality of life—and several other Canadian cities also made the cut. The city in British Columbia claimed the top spot in North America, ranking seventh overall and tying with Frankfurt, Germany. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration […]
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Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released new details for international students transferring schools for winter or spring 2025. International students changing schools in Canada for the 2025 winter/spring semesters will now be allowed to begin studying at their new school before the issuance of a new study permit—provided they meet certain conditions. Discover […]
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In 2024, Canada launched several new pathways to permanent residence and has made major changes to existing pathways. The below table showcases these updates for a clearer overview. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) FMCSP was launched on August 26, 2024, as a flagship measure of the […]
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If you applied for your study permit before November 1, 2024, you need not meet field of study requirements in order to be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). You will still be required to meet the new language proficiency requirements when you apply for your PGWP. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) had […]
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Foreign nationals generally require a work permit for legal authorization to work in Canada, but in certain scenarios you can be exempt from needing a work permit if you qualify as a business visitor. Business visitors are foreign nationals who come to Canada to preform various business activities, but do not intend on entering the […]
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Join the program for discounts on Samsung products to navigate your new journey in Canada. [1] Establishing yourself in Canada as a newcomer comes with exciting opportunities. If you’ve recently moved to Canada or plan to move soon, the Samsung SmartStarts program can help support you on your new journey with access to exclusive offers, […]
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Canada is set to introduce several new pathways to permanent residence in 2025. These new pathways present opportunities for eligible foreign nationals seeking permanent residence. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Here is a look at the pathways to launch in 2025: Enhanced Caregiver Pilot Programs Acknowledging the need for more caregivers in […]
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Newcomer entry wages grew significantly, while Canadian real wages declined, according to an article released by Statistics Canada on December 9, 2024. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration The article looked at real median entry wages (“median wages”) for new immigrants to Canada one year following their admission, over the period of 2021–2022. […]
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You can handle immigration applications yourself, or you can choose to use a representative. But why would you choose to use a representative? What exactly does an immigration representative do? Consult with an experienced immigration representative What a representative does An immigration representative can offer you immigration advice; identify the most appropriate immigration program(s) for […]
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Two Canadian provinces have invited candidates to apply for provincial immigration programs this week. British Columbia and Alberta have issued invitations to apply (ITAs) through their respective provincial nominee programs (PNPs). Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP programs Candidates were invited based on professional experience, education, and employment-related factors. The PNP was first launched in […]
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Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner for permanent residence (PR). Although the concept of spousal sponsorship may appear straightforward, sponsoring your spouse or partner in practice can be confusing and complicated. Sponsors and their loved ones may face unexpected delays or even refusals. The first step in […]
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A report by Randstad Canada has shed light on salary trends to watch in 2025, as well as the professions that could see the biggest pay bumps. The recruitment company’s 2025 salary guide covers over 1,000 sectors of activity across Canada, providing an in-depth look into salaries for entry-level, mid-level, and senior-level roles across the […]
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Taking the citizenship test is one of the final steps towards becoming a Canadian citizen. Canada’s citizenship test evaluates your knowledge of Canada’s history, geography, economy, government, laws, and symbols. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm This guide will walk you through the following: How the test is conducted; […]
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