Every month, Attorney David Cohen will answer a few general Canadian immigration questions submitted by our readers. Here are this month’s questions and answers: Is it mandatory for my spouse to meet a language threshold? It is not mandatory for a spouse to meet a minimum language threshold, under the new regulations applicable to the […]

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The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that took place or were announced over the last two weeks. • Aerospace Industry Set to Expand in Quebec Three major European aerospace companies have announced plans to establish a presence in Montreal. Together the Austrian, French, and German companies will create nearly […]

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Ponder the following questions: Why haven’t we seen a drop in unemployment rates for certain groups of job-seekers – recent graduates, new immigrants, aboriginals, the unemployed?>>Read more…

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On April 18, 2013, Canadian Immigration Minister Jason Kenney announced final details about Federal Skilled Worker Program, scheduled to begin accepting applications on May 4, 2013. Eligibility Requirements In order to be considered for processing, eligible applicants must meet one the following eligibility criteria: Have at least one year of continuous, full-time (or equivalent) paid […]

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In an official ruling released today, the Federal Court of Canada has refused to hear the lawsuit against the elimination of backlogged Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) applications. However, Mr. Justice Rennie, who issued the ruling, has left the door open for a possible appeal. The Decision On March 29th, 2012, Citizenship and Immigration Canada […]

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In today’s globalized marketplace, one successful entrepreneur can revitalize the economy of an entire town, province, or even country. Whether large or small, entrepreneurs are an important key to the economic welfare of any community. The Canadian government actively seeks to promote entrepreneurship as a tool for creating wealth, jobs, and vibrant financial systems. It […]

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As many current and future immigrants know, receiving a Canadian Permanent Resident visa is only the first step in a long and transformative journey. Thankfully, the Canadian government, as well as many Canadians themselves, are well-prepared to help guide newcomers through every step of the settlement process. The Canadian government has set up an extensive […]

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The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that took place or were announced over the last two weeks. • Controversy Stirs Over RBC Foreign Worker Hires Canada’s largest bank has in recent weeks come under fire for allegedly replacing Canadian workers with foreign hires. The Royal Bank of Canada, commonly […]

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Last Thursday, the Canadian government released the ‘Economic Action Plan’, its budget for 2013. This plan includes a number of immigration measures to be implemented in this fiscal year and beyond. Most notably, the government has announced its intention to enact significant reforms to the Temporary Foreign Worker program, in addition to a number of […]

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Since its launch in 2008, the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) has been one of the Canadian government’s most successful immigration programs. The popular program for Canadian Permanent Residency has issued over 20,000 visas since its inception, far exceeding original estimates. >>Read More…

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Every month, Attorney David Cohen will answer a few general Canadian immigration questions submitted by our readers. Here are this month’s questions and answers: My parents recently arrived in Canada through the Parent/Grandparent Super Visa. If a Permanent Residency program, that they are eligible for, opens in the future, can they apply?  Based on the […]

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The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that took place or were announced over the last two weeks. • Quebec Extends Current Skilled Worker Criteria  The Government of Quebec announced today that it will extend the duration of the current Quebec Skilled Worker (QSW) program. >>Read more… • Government Set […]

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Citizenship and Immigration Canada is patting itself on the back these days for having reduced the backlog of permanent resident applications by forty percent since its high water mark in 2008. >>Read More…

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Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) has revealed that three long-awaited announcements regarding the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) will be made sometime in April. The announcements will concern the following subjects: A cap on the number of applications to be accepted this year; A list of priority occupations; and Information on designated educational assessment organizations […]

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Public discussion has been growing over a report recently published by the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). The report indicates a growing divide between the number of high-vacancy job fields in Canada and the skills of the Canadian workforce. To combat labour shortages, Canadian employers and government officials are increasingly looking beyond their own […]

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2012 was a record-breaking year for Canadian immigration programs across the board, according to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). From visitors to immigrants, workers to students, Canada continued its tradition of welcoming hundreds of thousands of temporary and permanent residents from around the world. Last year continued a 7-year trend of successive record-breaking, welcoming over […]

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The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that took place or were announced over the last two weeks. • Over 1,000 Super Visas Issued Monthly  Since its launch in December 2011, the new Parent and Grandparent Super Visa program has seen great success. To date, over 15,000 Super Visas have […]

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In the future, Canada plans to adopt a new model of immigration known as the ‘Expression of Interest’ (EOI) system. The EOI system will be implemented with the intent of better targeting skilled immigrants to fill specific Canadian labour market needs. By more carefully selecting immigrants, it is expected that this system will better benefit […]

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  Refugee advocacy groups and asylum applicants are challenging recent healthcare cuts for individuals in Canada who are applying for refugee status. Canadian Doctors for Refugee Care and the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers, in conjunction with three affected asylum seekers, filed a lawsuit this past Monday stating that the cuts were both unconstitutional and […]

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Every month, Attorney David Cohen will answer a few general Canadian immigration questions submitted by our readers. Here are this month’s questions and answers: I have a pending application for Canadian Permanent Residency. If I visit Canada, will this affect my application’s processing? You may visit Canada during the process of your application for Canadian […]

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The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that took place or were announced over the last two weeks. • 2012 Breaks Records for Student Visa Issuances Canada welcomed over 100,000 international students in 2012, the highest amount in the country’s history. The number was a 60% jump from intake levels […]

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