Post-graduation work permits (PGWPs) are critical for international students aiming to gain post-graduation Canadian work experience, which is an essential bridge to their eligibility for permanent residence programs. Despite their importance, several factors can lead to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) refusing a PGWP...
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A Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) allows foreign nationals currently residing in Canada to continue working while their permanent residence (PR) application is being processed. This type of permit helps avoid the necessity of leaving Canada, switching to visitor status, or seeking an employer-specific Labour...
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On June 21, 2024, the Canadian government announced an end to the practice of "flagpoling" for post-graduation work permit (PGWP) applications. This decision, revealed by the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, aims to optimize immigration procedures and reinforce the integrity of...
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Canada is a popular destination for tourists, business travellers, and individuals visiting family and friends. To enter Canada, residents of countries requiring visas must obtain a visitor visa from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). However, obtaining this visa is not guaranteed, and several factors...
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As of May 30, 2024, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has decided to curtail flagpoling, a process that allows temporary residents to bypass bureaucratic wait times and receive same-day immigration services at Canada-U.S. border crossings. The CBSA announced to reduce the number of days and...
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In a significant move to support Canadian families and recognize the role of caregivers, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has announced the launch of new pilot programs aimed at providing better opportunities for caregivers from abroad. The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and...
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On May 21st, 2024, the Canadian government began issuing invitations for the Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program (PGP). This program allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their parents and grandparents to come to Canada, thereby uniting families and enriching Canadian society with diverse...
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On May 10, 2024, the Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met to discuss the future of Canada's immigration levels for 2025–2027, focusing on balancing economic growth, social benefits, and effective newcomer integration. Economic and Social Benefits of ImmigrationCanada's immigration ministers stressed the crucial role...
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) maintains high standards for granting Canadian citizenship. While many applicants succeed, some do not, often leading to disappointment and confusion about their next steps. Thankfully, IRCC provides two clear paths for individuals whose citizenship applications are denied: reapplying for...
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that the temporary policy allowing international students to work more than 20 hours per week off-campus will not be extended beyond its current expiry date of April 30, 2024. Starting September 2024, the permissible working hours for...
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