In September 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released updated guidelines outlining new requirements for international students seeking a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) after November 1, 2024. These changes reflect Canada's evolving labour market needs and introduce new fields of study and language criteria...
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If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident looking to bring your parents or grandparents to Canada, you have two primary options: Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) and Super Visa. Both options have unique benefits and limitations, so it is essential to understand which...
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As of September 30, 2024, Alberta has introduced a new process for candidates interested in applying to one of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program’s (AAIP) worker streams. This significant change aims to streamline the application process while prioritizing labour market needs across the province. Submitting a...
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Canada has long been known as a welcoming country for people from all over the world, and immigration continues to play an important role in building the nation’s economy. However, to adapt to the recent economic changes, the government has introduced new measures to manage...
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On August 30, the Government of Saskatchewan announced two new streams under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), to attract skilled workers in the healthcare and agriculture sectors. The Agriculture Talent Pathway and the Health Talent Pathway are designed to address the province’s growing labour...
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As of August 28, 2024, temporary residents in Canada holding a visitor visa are no longer eligible to apply for a work permit from within Canada. This change means the end of a policy initially introduced in August 2020, which was designed to support visitors unable...
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The Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) offers many benefits to skilled foreign workers and international graduates. Unlike other immigration programs, the AIP provides a specific and supportive route to permanent residence, especially for those looking to settle in Canada’s Atlantic provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince...
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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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