This explains the newly announced updates to the eligibility criteria for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). What remains unaffected Updated Eligibility Criteria If you applied for your study permit before November 1, 2024 If you apply for your study permit on or after November 1, 2024 If you submit your study permit application...
The Canadian federal government is set to grant work permits to certain foreign nationals employed in Yukon. On Wednesday, October 1, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced a new temporary policy that will issue work permits to a maximum of 215 candidates under the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP). These permits will allow eligible foreign...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revised its staff guidelines concerning Intra-Company Transferees (ICTs), with the updates issued on October 3. The most notable changes affect the guidance for section R205(a) under Canadian Interests – Significant Benefit – Intra-company transferees. Additionally, IRCC has updated staff procedures for paragraphs R186(s) and R204(a), impacting...
On October 2, the latest BC PNP draw issued approximately 167 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency through both general and targeted invitation rounds. In the general draw, 81 invitations were extended to candidates in the skilled worker and international graduate streams, including their Express Entry variants. The cutoff score remained consistent...
Individuals whose Canadian study permit applications were denied may soon benefit from a new pilot initiative. The Federal Court of Canada has introduced the Study Permit Pilot Project, which aims to simplify the process for requesting a judicial review of rejected study permit applications. The project begins on October 1. Under the pilot...
Applying for immigration can be a complex and time-consuming process, and even simple mistakes can result in rejected applications or lengthy delays. These errors can lead to frustration, lost time, and additional costs. To help ensure a smooth application process, here are the top 10 common mistakes to avoid when submitting your application...
A previous driving under the influence (DUI) conviction can make you inadmissible to Canada. If deemed inadmissible by Canadian authorities, you could be denied a visa, electronic travel authorization (eTA), or entry into the country. If you have a past DUI and are planning to visit Canada, there are various options available to...
Alberta’s new permanent residency scoring system will be launched on September 30, 2024, targeting individuals seeking invitations to apply through the province’s worker immigration streams. The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) aims to simplify the selection process, aligning applicants’ profiles with the province’s labour market demands. The Worker Expression of Interest (EOI) program...
New rules for Canada’s Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) take effect today, signifying a significant change in the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program. Initially announced on August 26, 2024, these regulations officially come into force today, September 26. The new policy focuses on metropolitan regions where unemployment rates are at 6% or higher,...
Canada’s immigration backlog continues to expand, with newly released IRCC data showing a total of 1,078,300 applications across various categories—marking a 7.57% increase compared to the previous month. The data, published by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on September 24, provides an overview of applications for citizenship, permanent residency, and temporary residency....
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