The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that took place or were announced over the last two weeks. • New Citizenship Language Rules to Take Force in November Beginning November 1, 2012, citizenship applicants will have to follow new rules to prove their competency in one of Canada’s official languages. >>Read […]
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I was quite fortunate growing up. Not only did I come of age in one of the most peaceful countries in the world, but I got to spend considerable time during my early years with my grandparents, all of whom lived long lives. It is difficult to put into words how it feels as a […]
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When the Federal Skilled Worker Class (FSWC) reopens, it will include a number of important changes. The changes to the program are scheduled to come into force on January 1st, 2013. They were created so that immigrants who gain Permanent Residency through the FSWC will be better prepared to find work and settle into Canadian […]
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Earlier this year, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) introduced a new program that will significantly reduce waiting times for Canadian employers looking to hire Temporary Foreign Workers. This program, called the Accelerated Labour Market Opinion (ALMO), allows employers to receive a positive Labour Market Opinion for their foreign worker(s) within 10 business days of submitting […]
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If you own and/or work in a foreign business, and you wish to establish a business presence in Canada, the Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) program may be for you. The ICT Start-Up option was created to bring important workers to Canada who will launch a Canadian branch, subsidiary, or affiliate of a foreign company. The ICT […]
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Canadavisa has launched its immigration application for Android phones! Now both Iphone and Android users can have the latest immigration news and information at their fingertips. Click here to download the app today. The Canadavisa Immigration App puts the world of Canadian Immigration at your fingertips. One application will allow you to: Assess yourself and […]
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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 3,000 Individuals May Be Stripped of Canadian Citizenship Over 3,000 new Canadian citizens may be stripped of their citizenship due to allegations of fraud. >>Read more… • Natural Resources Fuel 20% […]
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Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC), earlier this month, announced major changes to Canadian immigration that will amount to an overhaul of the system currently governing economic-based immigration to Canada. The modifications are scheduled to take effect on January 1st, 2013 and will result in the selection of a different profile of Federal Skilled Workers as well as […]
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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: Will my occupation be included when the Federal Skilled Worker program reopens on January 1st, 2013? The Minister of Immigration has indicated that all occupations listed under National Occupation Classification (NOC) […]
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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. • Citizenship and Immigration Canada Reviews its Last Twelve Months Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) issued an announcement summarizing its changes in the past 12 months. >>Read more… • Breaking News: Government Overhauls […]
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This well-known proverb concludes with the words “is worth two in the bush” and it means that it is preferable to have a small but certain advantage than the mere potential of a greater one. What is left unsaid is that, more often than not, we don’t ever succeed in getting “the two in the […]
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International businesses have the option to bring important employees to Canada through the Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) program. The ICT program allows qualified employees to be transferred, on a temporary basis, from an international post to a Canadian-based entity. Through this program, both businesses and the Canadian labour market as a whole are able to benefit […]
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Clickez ici pour la version français Nurses continue to be in high demand throughout Canada, due to a national shortage of qualified workers. Nowhere is this need for nurses more pronounced than in Quebec. The province, by pursuing economic and immigration-based programs, has situated itself to become Canada’s newest healthcare hotspot – but only if […]
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What happens when a Temporary Foreign Worker is convicted of a crime while living and working in Canada? The answer may surprise you. CIC News recently came across one such case. An individual who was already working in Canada was convicted of drunk driving. This began a long process for himself and his legal representatives, […]
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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. • Citizenship and Immigration Canada Continues to Expand Settlement Programs Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) has recently issued a call for proposals for new language training, settlement, and resettlement services. Such programs […]
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Recent changes to Canada’s immigration legislation have called for the closure of Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) files submitted before February 28, 2008. Many who applied before this date have been confused and upset by this decision, and want to know what they can do to fight it. Click Here to Learn What You Can Do […]
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The Province of Quebec is well known for its society, language, and unique cultural charm. However, the province is also an established leader for business, both in North America and worldwide. It is this leadership that has resulted in Quebec’s increasing appeal for top international organizations, workers, and entrepreneurs. >>Read full article on CanadaVisa.com
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Since launching our new and improved Facebook page earlier this summer, Canadavisa has been hard at work making it the best place for users to connect and learn about all things related to Canadian immigration. The Canadavisa Facebook page is updated five days a week with the latest and most exciting immigration news, photos, stories, […]
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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: How long must I stay in the province I choose to “land” in as a Permanent Resident before I am free to move? As a general rule, Canadian citizens and permanent […]
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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. •Canadian Employers Look to Hire in Portugal Canadian employers are hoping to hire approximately 400 Portuguese construction workers, according to details divulged by Albano Ribeiro, spokesperson for the Construction Union in Portugal. >>Read more… […]
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Back in 2004, it took Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) 4.5 years, on average, to process an application for permanent residence under the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) category. By 2008, there were more than 600,000 FSW applicants and their dependents in the system awaiting a decision. >>Click here to read the full blog post…
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Many Canadian immigration programs remain open, despite the Canadian government’s announcement that it will be taking a ‘temporary pause’ in accepting Federal Skilled Worker applications. In this article, CIC News will briefly explore current open programs, as well as the future of the Federal Skilled Worker Program. Individuals were disheartened to hear that the Federal […]
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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. • Toronto is One of the World’s Most Liveable Cities The city of Toronto has been ranked the world’s 8th most liveable city for 2012. This is according to a study released […]
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Citizenship and Immigration Minister Jason Kenney announced yesterday a temporary freeze on accepting new applications to the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Immigrant Investor programs. This “temporary pause”, as Minister Kenney described it, will be effective starting July 1, 2012. Mr. Kenney explained that by not accepting new applications, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) will […]
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A group of lawyers have successfully negotiated a 90-day halt on a government plan to return some 280,000 Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) applications and $130 million in associated processing fees. >>Read full article on Canadavisa.com
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