2014 is set to be an important year for family sponsorship. Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) anticipates that 68,000 family members of Canadian citizens or permanent residents will immigrate to Canada in the next calendar year, accounting for 26.1% of total immigration. Of this number, approximately 48,000 new immigrants will be spouses, partners or children, […]
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In Canada, certain individuals can enter the country to conduct business or trade activity without needing a work permit. These individuals, known as business visitors, are an important but often overlooked aspect of Canada’s international business. This article is a brief primer on who may generally enter Canada as a business visitor, and what prospective […]
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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 understand that when my immigration application is accepted for review, I will receive an Acknowledgement of Receipt from the government. Will this be received by mail or email? What if I […]
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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 month. • Ontario Expands Programming for Immigrants throughout Province The Province of Ontario, in partnership with the Federal Government, is expanding the successful Ontario Bridge Training Program. >>Read more… • Entrepreneur Start-Up Program Prepares […]
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Canada, like most developed countries competes for talented would-be immigrants. Part of what makes Canada desirable is the clear path it offers to citizenship and a Canadian passport. >>Read more…
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Last week, Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander announced significant changes to the popular Canadian Experience Class (CEC) of immigration. Most importantly, an intake cap of 12,000 applications has been instituted for the upcoming year. The cap is effective from November 9, 2013 to October 31, 2014. The CEC is a popular immigration path for […]
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The Government of Saskatchewan has announced that, in response to feedback from immigration stakeholders, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) will be overhauled and streamlined in the New Year. The SINP is Saskatchewan’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Most Canadian provinces have dedicated PNPs, which allow them to nominate foreign nationals to the Federal government for […]
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Intake caps are slowly closing for the many occupations currently eligible under the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program. However, potential immigration applicants should be aware that while caps may be closing (or closed) in some programs, many are still open and accepting applications. Most notably, the Quebec Skilled Worker (QSW) program continues to welcome applications […]
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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 month. • Canada Pledges Aid to Philippines in Wake of Typhoon Haiyan In the aftermath of the devastating typhoon that ripped through the Philippines last week, the Government of Canada has created the Philippines […]
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On Monday, October 28, Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander oversaw the tabling of the Annual Report to Parliament on Immigration. The report includes important information on the Canadian Government’s plans for immigration in 2014. The report outlines target immigrant admissions both overall and per immigration category. It also provides further information about Canada’s gradual […]
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Canada is looking for engineers of all kinds to help power its booming economy. These skilled workers, with expertise in a variety of disciplines, have knowledge that is vital to the operation of many public and private organizations.Engineers currently have a range of immigration options available to them, including the popular Federal Skilled Worker and […]
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Close to 100,000 international students from all over the world come to Canada each year to obtain a high-quality post-secondary education. Canada’s generous immigration policy allows the spouse and minor children of international students to accompany them to Canada to work and study. In this way, a student’s entire close family can benefit from a […]
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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 you explain the major differences between the different streams in the Entrepreneur Start-Up Visa Program? The Start-Up Visa Program requires the foreign national to obtain a Letter of Support from […]
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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 month. • Permanent Residency for Parents and Grandparents, Live-In Caregivers to Increase in 2014 The Government of Canada has released some of its plans for immigration levels in 2014. Included in these plans are […]
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As noted on CIC News, the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration this week tabled the Annual Report to Parliament on Immigration 2013. Not only does the report paint a picture of the current state of affairs in the sphere of Canadian immigration, it also provides a peek as to what’s in store for 2014. >>Read […]
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All around the world, civil engineers are among the key drivers of economic and societal growth. In Canada, a country with a rapidly expanding economy, the need for skilled engineers has never been greater. Civil engineers who come to Canada are able to take advantage of one of the most welcoming and well-paying job markets […]
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Over 300,000 temporary foreign workers currently reside in Canada. They perform vital jobs in a wide array of professions and skill levels. Economic prosperity in Canada is increasingly dependent on workers who perform ‘semi-skilled’ occupations. These workers can be found in a range of key sectors, including but not limited to trucking, hospitality, construction, and […]
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International students in Canada have the opportunity, in many cases, to work both during their studies and after their educational programs have been completed. Many foreign students may apply for a post-graduate work permit after their studies in Canada, which allows them to gain valuable Canadian work experience that can lead to Canadian Permanent Residence. […]
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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 month. • Canada and US Will Share Information to Fight Foreign Criminals Canada and the United States will be implementing a new information-sharing system aimed at decreasing the number of foreign criminals and ineligible […]
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(version français au-dessous) On August 1, 2013 new immigration regulations came into effect, which significantly changed the selection criteria under the Quebec Skilled Worker program. Not only did the changes apply to applications submitted after August 1st but also to be the vast majority of files submitted prior to that date. Tens of thousands of […]
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On Friday, September 13th, the Province of Alberta announced a number of changes to its Provincial Nominee Program. These changes will help make immigration to the province more accessible for many prospective applicants. The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) The AINP is a program through which Alberta nominates targeted individuals to the Federal Government for […]
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