On April 1, 2014, the popular Quebec Skilled Worker (QSW) program began accepting applications under the same eligibility requirements as the previous application cycle. Between April 1, 2014 and March 31, 2015, the program will limit its application intake to 6,500 applications. According to Attorney David Cohen, this is good news for prospective applicants around […]
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The Indian community in Canada has a fascinating history spanning more than a century. Starting with just a few immigrants landing ashore in Vancouver, British Columbia, Indo-Canadians now comprise one of Canada’s largest and most well-integrated immigrant communities. A Brief History of Indian Immigration The first documented immigrants from the Indian subcontinent were of the […]
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Many employers know that, when looking for a new employee, time is of the essence. In the days, weeks, or months that an important position remains unfilled, a company can lose untold sums of money and valuable resources. It is therefore important for employers hiring abroad to be aware of the timeframes needed to bring […]
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Did you know that you can connect with Canadavisa on different social media websites? We have overhauled the look and feel of our many pages to give you the best online experience possible! Make sure to check us out, and as always feel free to connect with us and share with your friends. Remember, if […]
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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. • Canada a Destination for Venture Capitalists The Canadian provinces of Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia are three of the most popular locations in North America for venture capital investment. >>Read more […]
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In recent weeks, the small Canadian province of Nova Scotia has been under the spotlight for many prospective immigrants. This is due largely to the creation of a new stream of immigration called the Regional Labour Market Demand Stream (RLMD), which is administered as part of the Nova Scotia Nominee Program. Unlike most Canadian immigration […]
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La version française suit The Government of Quebec has announced new intake caps for its skilled worker, investor, entrepreneur and self employed immigration programs. By enforcing strict limits on application acceptance, Quebec is ensuring that it will receive a manageable load of applications this year. It will also reward proactive individuals who prepare and submit […]
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Over the past few years, the Government of Canada has expressed its intention to bring immigration processing times down to approximately 12 months or less. Recently, it appears as though the government has begun to deliver on its promises. According to Attorney David Cohen, of the Canadian immigration law firm Campbell Cohen, some clients who […]
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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: Can I still submit a Quebec Skilled Worker application after March 31, 2014? Yes. The Government of Quebec has announced that it will accept a maximum of 6,500 applications under 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 Announces New Caps The Government of Quebec has announced a number of measures for its Skilled Worker, Investor, and Entrepreneur programs. >>Read more • Immigration Minister Hints at New Immigrant […]
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As noted in my most recent blog, the Canadian government is proposing to amend the current Citizenship Act in a way that will fundamentally transform the meaning, scope and processing of Canadian citizenship. >>Read More…
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The Province of Nova Scotia has created a new immigration option for aspiring permanent residents called the Regional Labour Market Demand Stream. This stream, which is administered under the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), is particularly exciting because individuals do not need a job offer in Canada to apply. The Regional Labour Market Demand Stream […]
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A number of new regulations for international students will come into force on June 1, 2014. The changes are intended to make the process easier for genuine students and to minimize abuse of the study permit program. The Changes The chart below compares and contrasts the current rules with the new rules as of June […]
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As part of its commitment to family unification, Canadian citizens and permanent residents may sponsor their spouses or common-law partners for permanent residency. For many couples, it is important that the sponsored spouse is able to work in Canada while waiting for their permanent residency to be finalized. Permanent resident visa applications for sponsored spouses […]
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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 Encourages Use of Authorized Representatives On Thursday, March 13, 2014 Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) issued a statement encouraging prospective immigration application to use authorized immigration representatives. […]
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Many international students find that their ‘homework’ begins long before arriving in Canada. Before setting foot in the country, they must obtain a study permit, coordinate travel plans, and prepare for their upcoming studies. One of the most important steps that an international student must complete is making sure that they will have health insurance […]
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On any given night in one of Canada’s cities, the entertainment options will seem almost endless. There may be a new Russian ballet in town, or perhaps an American musical straight off Broadway. The newest rock group from London may be playing a show, and an international sporting event taking place just down the street. […]
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The Chinese community in Canada has a long and storied history. One of Canada’s largest and most prominent demographics, persons of Chinese descent have played an important role in shaping Canadian society since the first Chinese immigrants landed on the country’s shores over 200 years ago. As perhaps Canada’s oldest non-European immigrant community, the Chinese […]
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As regular readers of CIC News may already know, lawyers are currently challenging two major immigration decisions in courts of law. The first concerns the decision by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) to eliminate backlogged applications to the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP). In 2012, CIC announced that it would return all FSWP applicants that […]
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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 just heard my application to the Immigrant Investor Program will likely be returned. What should I do now? For now, you should wait for more information about how your application […]
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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. • Children of Immigrants Succeed in Canadian Universities According to a study by Statistics Canada, children of immigrants to Canada are almost twice as likely to attend university as students whose parents […]
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Under the current Citizenship Act, the minister can grant fast-tracked Canadian citizenship to alleviate cases of special and unusual hardship or to reward services of exceptional value to Canada. >>Read more…
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