The government of Canada has announced that amendments have been made to regulations regarding spousal, common-law, and conjugal partner sponsorship for Canadian immigration. These amendments apply to all permanent and temporary immigration programs. Minimum age of eligibility The first is to raise the minimum age of eligibility for spousal or common-law partner sponsorship from 16 […]

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Did you know that the CanadaVisa social media network has drawn followers from most countries of the world? People from far and wide, representing diverse cultures and communities in every corner of the world, are joining the conversation. Together, they have created a truly global community. CanadaVisa is dedicated to helping individuals from across the […]

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The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that have taken place since the beginning of this month. Our Canadian immigration news briefs bring you the latest news as it happens. When published, these articles are posted across our social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and LinkedIn. • Candidates With 755 Or More CRS Points Selected […]

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One of the largest recent surveys of the motivations, experiences, and service needs of prospective skilled immigrants to Canada has yielded some remarkable results. The survey of 3,181 respondents, which was carried out by World Education Services (WES), found that: 98 percent of respondents had a bachelor’s degree or higher 95 percent were 25–44 years […]

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As reported last month on CICnews.com, the Canadian province of Manitoba has launched an “Expression of Interest” model for a portion of its Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Following soon after its launch, the government of Manitoba has moved quickly to select high-ranking candidates and issue them Letters of Advice to Apply for Canadian immigration […]

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The Toronto Star newspaper, one of Canada’s leading media outlets, has reported over recent days that errors continue to infiltrate Canadian immigration processing. The errors have led to unnecessary delays — or even rejections — on applications to immigrate to Canada, as well other applications to work or study in the country. CICnews covered a […]

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Did you know that the CanadaVisa social media network has drawn followers from most countries of the world? People from far and wide, representing diverse cultures and communities in every corner of the world, are joining the conversation. Together, they have created a truly global community. CanadaVisa is dedicated to helping individuals from across the […]

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The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that have taken place since the beginning of this month. Our Canadian immigration news briefs bring you the latest news as it happens. When published, these articles are posted across our social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and LinkedIn.   • Canada Announces Expansion To China Transit Program […]

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During a recent diplomatic visit to Canada made by Benigno Aquino III, President of the Philippines, the government of Canada announced that the Philippines was the top source country for new Canadian immigrants in 2014, ousting China and India to claim the top spot. In one sense, this is not a major surprise. The overwhelming […]

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Eastern provinces launch Canadian immigration streams aligned with federal Express Entry immigration selection system The Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, both located in the Maritimes region of Eastern Canada, have this month both announced new immigration streams that aim to attract skilled newcomers from abroad. These ‘enhanced’ streams are aligned with the […]

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Every application for Canadian immigration made through an economic immigration program is, in some way, unique. One thing that the majority of principal applicants share in common, however, is the experience of proving language ability. Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) affirms that the ability to communicate in one or both of Canada’s two official languages […]

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More than 40,000 Filipinos became permanent residents of Canada in 2014, making the Philippines the top source country for Canadian immigration last year. The Philippines had previously been the top source country in 2012, with China having been the top source country in 2013. Canada also issued nearly 47,000 visitor visas to Filipinos in 2014, […]

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Did you know that the CanadaVisa social media network has drawn followers from most countries of the world? People from far and wide, representing diverse cultures and communities in every corner of the world, are joining the conversation. Together, they have created a truly global community. CanadaVisa is dedicated to helping individuals from across the […]

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The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that have taken place since the beginning of this month. Our Canadian immigration news briefs bring you the latest news as it happens. When published, these articles are posted across our social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and LinkedIn.  • Canadian Immigration Measures To Support Those Affected By […]

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On April 30, 2015, the Canadian province of Manitoba opened its Skilled Worker Overseas stream as part of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) for Canadian immigration. This stream operates on an “Expression of Interest” model. Successful applicants can obtain a nomination and then proceed to apply for Canadian permanent residence. While the new MPNP […]

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Changes to Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), which allows employers who can’t find qualified workers locally for a given position to recruit foreign workers on a temporary basis, came into force on April 30, 2015. The median hourly wages per occupation and region chart, which determines which jobs are considered “high-wage” or “low-wage”, has been […]

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Amended checklist requirements will simplify application procedure The government of Quebec has announced that by October 1, 2015, a new online tool will be available for applicants for Canadian immigration through the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP). This tool will allow eligible candidates to complete and submit an application online. From the next period for […]

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Did you know that the CanadaVisa social media network has drawn followers from most countries of the world? Well, it’s true! People from far and wide, representing diverse cultures and communities in every corner of the world, are joining the conversation. Together, they have created a truly global community. CanadaVisa is dedicated to helping individuals […]

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Every month, Attorney David Cohen will answer a few general Canadian immigration questions submitted by our readers. These questions cover immigration programs, eligibility, processing, language requirements, investing in Canada, landing, admissibility, studying in Canada, working in Canada, and much more. Here are this month’s questions and answers. 1. Hello, I applied under the FSW program under […]

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The following is a summary of developments concerning Canadian Citizenship and Immigration that have taken place since the beginning of this month. Our Canadian immigration news briefs bring you the latest news as it happens. When published, these articles are posted across our social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and LinkedIn. • Quebec And Federal Governments At Odds Over […]

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They say you can’t fight city hall. Actually, you can, but it’s not often that you come out a winner, especially if the stakes are high. Given the assets and resources at the government’s disposal, it isn’t really a fair fight. Sometimes though, right wins over might and the result is extremely rewarding.  >>Read more […]

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Thousands of Canadian immigration applications may be affected by court decision (Cliquez ici pour la version française) The Superior Court of Quebec has arrived at a decision in the case of Stasenko v. MICC et al, which challenged the government of Quebec’s decision to apply changes to the Quebec Skilled Worker Program’s (QSWP) eligibility criteria […]

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Des milliers de demandes de résidence permanente sont susceptibles d’être concernées par cette décision.   La Cour supérieure du Québec a rendu une décision dans l’affaire Stasenko c. MICC qui contestait une décision du gouvernement du Québec. En effet, le gouvernement du Québec avait apporté des modifications aux critères d’admissibilité du programme des travailleurs qualifiés du […]

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Two long-standing concerns among newcomers to Canada were addressed in the government of Canada’s annual budget, details of which were announced this week. The budget addresses how immigrants might do better once they settle in Canada, as well as how they can better help their families back home. Pilot loan program made permanent A pilot […]

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In a move that had been mooted since 2011, the government of Canada has announced in the official Canada Gazette that it intends to introduce electronic travel authorization (eTA) for individuals exempt from the requirement to obtain a temporary resident visa (TRV) before they may enter Canada. The system, which is scheduled to come into […]

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