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I Was Laid Off on an Employer-Specific Work Permit. Can I Start With a New Employer Right Away?
If you are laid off while holding an employer-specific work permit, a new job offer alone does not automatically authorize you to begin working for the new employer. You generally need a new employer-specific work permit application and, if eligible, separate IRCC authorization to start the new job while that application is pending.
Read Article →Is 119 Points Enough for BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration? September 22, 2026 Draw Explained
On September 22, 2026, the BC PNP invited Entrepreneur Immigration candidates in both the Base and Regional streams at a minimum score of 119. That does not make 119 a guaranteed future cut-off. This article explains the official draw result and what applicants should review before relying on a past score.
Read Article →My Study Permit Expired. Can I Keep Studying While Applying for Restoration?
The 90-day restoration period is not permission to continue studying. Check loss of status, timely extensions, current activities and supporting records.
Read Article →Can Insurance Purchased in Korea Meet Canada's Super Visa Requirements?
Foreign insurance may qualify for a super visa, but the insurer, OSFI requirements, policy duration, coverage and payment evidence must all be checked.
Read Article →My Canadian PR Card Expired While I Am Abroad. Do I Need a PRTD to Fly Back to Canada?
An expired PR card does not by itself end Canadian permanent resident status. However, a permanent resident outside Canada normally needs a valid PR card or a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) to board a commercial carrier back to Canada.
Read Article →My Study Permit Was Approved but I Deferred My Start Date. Do I Need a New Application if It Is the Same School?
If a study permit has already been approved and the student defers enrolment at the same DLI, IRCC requires an approved deferral, an updated LOA and a valid letter of introduction for arrival. Changing to a different DLI is a different situation and generally requires a new study permit application.
Read Article →If I Leave Canada While My Work Permit Extension Is Pending, Can I Keep Working After I Return?
Leaving Canada while relying on maintained status can interrupt your ability to work after re-entry. This guide separates status, re-entry documents, and work authorization so workers can assess the risk before travel.
Read Article →I Did Not Declare My Spouse or Child on My PR Application. Can I Sponsor Them After September 10, 2026?
IRCC's temporary public policy for certain previously undeclared family members ended on September 10, 2026. New sponsorship applications after that date must be assessed under the regular rules, including possible exclusion under IRPR 117(9)(d).
Read Article →After a Canadian Visa or Permit Refusal, Should You Reapply or Consider Federal Court Judicial Review?
A Canadian immigration refusal does not always mean that reapplying is the only option. When the concern is not simply missing evidence but the fairness or legal reasonableness of the original decision, Federal Court judicial review may need prompt assessment.
Read Article →Are Canadian Biometrics Valid for 10 Years? Temporary Residence vs Permanent Residence Rules
Temporary residence applicants generally provide Canadian biometrics once every 10 years, while permanent residence applicants usually provide them for each PR application. Existing biometrics can also limit the validity of a new visa or permit.
Read Article →Manitoba Workforce Transition Bridge 2026: Who Can Qualify for the Open Work Permit?
The 2026 Manitoba Workforce Transition Bridge public policy creates an open-work-permit route for a defined group of temporary workers already screened by Manitoba. It is not a new general pathway for anyone who creates an MPNP profile now. Qualifying applicants need the required Manitoba support letter, prior MPNP EOI placement and current employment evidence, among other conditions.
Read Article →Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot 2026–27: Study Permit Eligibility and the Permanent Residence Pathway
IRCC has extended the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot study-permit component through August 25, 2027, with a cap of 2,970 Part A applications for the August 26, 2026 to August 25, 2027 intake year. Eligibility depends on nationality, a participating DLI, a qualifying two-year French-language program, NCLC 5 and the pilot's financial requirements. As of September 19, 2026, the dedicated permanent-residence pathway is not yet accepting applications and is scheduled to open in winter 2027.
Read Article →TRV Refused in Canada: Does It Cancel a Valid Work or Study Permit?
If you are inside Canada with a valid work permit or study permit and your new Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) application is refused, the first step is to separate two different issues: your present authorization to stay, work or study in Canada and the travel…
Read Article →Saskatchewan SINP Final 2026 Capped Sector Intake: Are Trucking and Retail Spots Still Available?
The final 2026 capped-sector intake under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) opened on September 14 and 15 for Trucking, Retail, Accommodation and Food Services. Immediately before publication, Saskatchewan's official table showed 56 remaining…
Read Article →Hong Kong PR Pathways Closed: Can Existing Applicants Still Get an Open Work Permit?
Canada's special permanent residence pathways for Hong Kong residents stopped accepting new PR applications on August 31, 2026. That closure does not cancel applications that IRCC accepted by the deadline. Eligible existing applicants may also continue to…
Read Article →Canadian Citizenship 1095-Day Rule: Do Study and Work Permit Years Count?
Time spent in Canada before becoming a permanent resident can sometimes count toward the 1,095-day physical presence requirement for Canadian citizenship. If you were lawfully in Canada as an international student, worker, visitor or other eligible temporary…
Read Article →Where Does Your CRS Score Stand in the September 2026 Express Entry Pool?
As of September 13, 2026, the Express Entry pool contained 226,793 candidates, including 20,784 candidates in the 501–600 CRS range. Those numbers matter, but they do not by themselves tell you what CRS score will receive an invitation next.
Read Article →Spousal Sponsorship After Job Loss: Can a Sponsor Apply While Receiving EI?
Job loss does not automatically disqualify a Canadian spousal sponsor. Most spousal sponsorships have no minimum necessary income requirement, but sponsors must distinguish Employment Insurance from social assistance, remain able to support basic needs, and check the limited cases where an income threshold applies.
Read Article →Spousal Sponsorship OWP Without an AOR: What If Your Status Expires Within Two Weeks?
Sponsored spouses and partners normally need an AOR before applying for an open work permit, but IRCC provides a narrow exception when valid temporary status will expire within two weeks and the permanent residence application has already been submitted. This guide explains the conditions, evidence and out-of-status distinction.
Read Article →My PGWP Restricts Health-Care or Child-Care Work. Can I Remove the Restriction After a Medical Exam?
A practical guide for PGWP holders who discover restrictions on health-care, child-care, school or similar work, including medical-exam requirements and the process for changing work-permit conditions.
Read Article →My PGWP Was Shortened Because My Passport Expired. Can I Extend It After Renewing My Passport?
A practical guide for graduates whose PGWP was shortened because their passport expired, including when an extension is possible, why a paper application is required, and what to verify before filing.
Read Article →My Canadian Status Is Expiring: How Long Can I Stay with a Visitor Record?
If your work permit or study permit is approaching expiry and you are not ready to leave Canada immediately, a Visitor Record may allow you to remain in Canada as a visitor. However, it is important not to treat it as an automatic six-month extension. The new…
Read Article →Can I Take a Six-Month Course in Canada Without a Study Permit While Holding a Work Permit?
As of September 2026, certain foreign nationals who hold a valid Canadian work permit can study in a course or program of six months or less without obtaining a separate study permit. This is a significant practical change for workers who want short-term…
Read Article →My Canadian Visa Application Is Past the Posted Processing Time. Should I Reapply or Keep Waiting?
This issue should be analyzed from the applicant’s or business owner’s actual procedural position, not from a generic yes-or-no rule. The practical question is what document controls, what date matters, which official requirement applies, and whether the next…
Read Article →My ECA Is About to Expire While I Am in the Express Entry Pool. Do I Need a New One Before an Invitation?
This issue should be analyzed from the applicant’s or business owner’s actual procedural position, not from a generic yes-or-no rule. The practical question is what document controls, what date matters, which official requirement applies, and whether the next…
Read Article →If Your Work Permit Extension Is Refused, When Must You Stop Working? Maintained Status and Restoration
Foreign workers in Canada often apply to extend or change the conditions of a work permit before the existing permit expires. If the original permit then expires while IRCC is still processing the application, a qualifying worker may be able to remain in Canada and continue working under the conditions of the expired permit.
Read Article →Can Every Spouse of a Worker Get an Open Work Permit in Canada? The 16-Month and TEER Rules
A common assumption is that if one spouse is working in Canada on a work permit, the other spouse can automatically obtain an open work permit. That assumption is no longer safe.
Read Article →Business Trip to Canada: When Is a Business Visitor Allowed and When Is a Work Permit Required?
Employees of foreign companies frequently travel to Canada for meetings, conferences, training, customer support or activities related to equipment that their company has sold to a Canadian customer.
Read Article →Canada Visitor Visa: How to Show Ties and a Credible Plan to Return Home
One of the most difficult questions in a Canadian Temporary Resident Visa application is:
Read Article →Canada Study Permit Financial Proof in 2026: Is a Bank Balance Certificate Enough?
One of the first things many students do when preparing a Canadian study permit application is obtain a bank balance certificate.
Read Article →Can You Return to Canada with a Valid Work Permit but an Expired TRV?
A valid Canadian work permit does not replace a valid TRV for visa-required travellers returning to Canada. This guide explains the difference between permit status and travel documents, when a new TRV may be needed, and what to check before leaving Canada.
Read Article →Can You Start Working Before Your Canadian Work Permit Arrives in the Mail?
If an in-Canada work permit application is approved, IRCC may place an approval note in the applicant’s online account before the physical permit arrives by mail. This article explains when work may begin and why an in-Canada approval note must be distinguished from maintained status and an overseas POE Letter of Introduction.
Read Article →When Is a Student Still a Minor in Canada? Age 18 or 19, Study Permits and Custodianship Explained
Canada does not use one nationwide age of majority. Ontario, Quebec and Alberta use age 18, while British Columbia, Nova Scotia and several other jurisdictions use age 19. This guide explains how the age of majority affects minor students, study permits and custodianship requirements.
Read Article →Does Changing Schools Affect Your PGWP in Canada? DLI Transfers and the 8-Month Rule Explained
Changing colleges or universities in Canada does not automatically eliminate PGWP eligibility. However, students must consider the study permit requirements for changing DLIs, the length of eligible studies, whether the new school and program are PGWP-eligible, and whether they remained compliant with their study permit conditions.
Read Article →Canadian PR Dependent Child Age Limit: Under 22 and the Lock-in Date Explained
A detailed guide to Canada’s dependent-child rules for permanent residence, including the under-22 age requirement, marital and common-law restrictions, the limited over-age exception, and how program-specific age lock-in dates affect families with children approaching age 22.
Read Article →Can a Late-40s IT Professional With a Master’s Degree Still Qualify for Canadian Permanent Residence?
A late-40s IT professional with a master’s degree may still have Canadian permanent residence pathways, but age can reduce CRS competitiveness. This case explains FSWP eligibility, CRS age points, language scores, PNP options and dependent-child considerations for the family.
Read Article →Canada Study Permit LOA Verification in 2026: What Happens After “Verified – No Match”?
A “Verified – No Match” result in Canada’s study permit LOA verification process does not automatically establish misrepresentation. However, it can lead to officer review and procedural fairness, making it important to compare the LOA actually submitted, DLI records, deferrals, program changes and the information in the application.
Read Article →Ontario Workforce Priority Stream Language Points in 2026: How Many EOI Points Does Your CLB Score Get?
Language ability is an important EOI scoring factor under Ontario’s 2026 Workforce Priority Stream. A lowest CLB of 9 or higher can provide 15 points for official language ability, while candidates with CLB 6 or higher in both English and French can receive 10 points for knowledge of both official languages. This guide explains how the scoring works.
Read Article →Can You Visit Canada After a Long U.S. Overstay and Returning Home?
A long U.S. overstay does not by itself answer whether a person can visit Canada. The analysis may require distinguishing a simple departure from formal removal or voluntary departure proceedings, reviewing what must be disclosed in an eTA application, and assessing the traveller’s current ties and temporary intent after returning home.
Read Article →Canada PhD Study Permit Fast Processing in 2026: Can Your Family Be Processed Together?
IRCC now offers faster processing for eligible doctoral students applying online for a study permit from outside Canada. After completeness checks, biometrics and DLI letter-of-acceptance verification, IRCC aims to process the application within 2 weeks, and eligible accompanying family members may benefit when they apply together.
Read Article →Foreign Convictions and Prior Entry Refusals: How They Can Affect an LMIA Work Permit
What happens when a Canadian employer is prepared to support a foreign worker through the LMIA process, but the prospective worker also has an old foreign criminal conviction and a history of being refused admission to other countries?
Read Article →Does a U.S. F-1 Visa Refusal Affect a Canadian Study Permit Application?
A previous U.S. F-1 visa refusal does not automatically result in a Canadian study permit refusal. However, prior visa applications, DS-160 information, U.S. immigration status, education and employment history should be reviewed carefully for consistency with the current Canadian application and study plan.
Read Article →Can You Extend a Work Permit Before LMIA Approval? IRCC Now Allows 90 Days
IRCC now allows certain in-Canada work permit applicants up to 90 days after submission to provide a positive LMIA. This may help workers whose current permits are expiring within two weeks while their employer’s LMIA application is still pending. We explain the eligibility conditions, CPTS2026 instructions, maintained status, and key documentation issues.
Read Article →After a Canadian eTA Refusal for Criminal Inadmissibility: Reapplication, GCMS, TRP and Criminal Rehabilitation
A Canadian Electronic Travel Authorization application may be refused where an applicant’s past criminal history raises an issue of criminal inadmissibility.
Read Article →Late Graduate School Offer in Canada: Can You Still Start in September?
A late August admission offer does not automatically mean an international student can begin classes in September simply by filing a Study Permit application. This article explains how the answer changes depending on whether the student is applying from outside Canada, remaining at the same DLI, changing DLIs, or relying on maintained status.
Read Article →Can a 20-Year-Old Canadian Entry Refusal Record Still Be Found? CBSA ATIP, eTA and Migration Five
Can a Canadian airport entry-refusal record from more than 20 years ago still be retrieved? This article explains the practical limits of old CBSA record searches, what happens when the original passport and exact travel date are unavailable, why a trip in the 2000s could not have involved the current eTA system, and how Migration Five information sharing may affect future immigration applications.
Read Article →Does an Invitation Letter Guarantee a Canadian Visitor Visa? What Makes a Strong Application?
An invitation letter alone does not determine whether a Canadian visitor visa will be approved. IRCC assesses the application as a whole, including the purpose of travel, finances, travel history, current circumstances and reasons to leave Canada at the end of the authorized stay. This article also explains the proper role of a submission or explanation letter.
Read Article →Canadian Visitor Visa Refusal: Should You Reapply Right Away? A Real Consultation Question About Invitation Letters
In a real Visitor Visa consultation, an applicant asked what would happen after a refusal and whether a stronger travel reason or invitation letter could improve the application. This article explains the proper role of an invitation letter, why simply reapplying with the same information may not change the outcome, and what should be reviewed before a new application.
Read Article →Approved eTA Does Not Guarantee Entry to Canada: Visa Refusals and Secondary Inspection
An approved Canadian eTA does not guarantee admission to Canada. Travellers are still examined at the port of entry and may be referred from primary inspection to secondary inspection for more detailed questions, document verification or admissibility review. This article explains how travellers with previous visa refusals or immigration history can prepare without exaggerating the risk.
Read Article →If Your eTA Is Approved After a PFL, Are You Safe to Enter Canada?
What happens after a PFL response is submitted, and does an approved eTA mean there is nothing more to worry about? This article explains the difference between eTA approval and admission to Canada, including the possibility of secondary inspection and practical preparation for travellers with previous immigration or border history.
Read Article →How Does Ontario’s New PNP Work in 2026?
Ontario redesigned the OINP around the new Ontario Workforce Priority Stream in 2026. This article explains its three pathways, the 130-point EOI system, employer-led application process and when an Ontario nomination can add 600 Express Entry CRS points.
Read Article →2026 Express Entry French Draw: Who Does the CRS 382 Cut-Off Apply To?
On August 19, 2026, IRCC issued 5,000 Invitations to Apply in an Express Entry round for French-language proficiency, with a CRS cut-off of 382. This article explains who the score applied to, the NCLC 7 requirement, underlying Express Entry eligibility, the tie-breaking rule, and practical next steps.
Read Article →Can I Apply for Canadian Permanent Residence Without Work Experience Yet? A Real Consultation Case
A real consultation involving a young university student living outside Canada who wanted permanent residence but had no Canadian status, skilled work experience or official language test results yet. This case explains why permanent residence planning often begins with education, skilled work experience and language preparation rather than an immediate PR application.
Read Article →eTA PFL After a Past Border Issue: Why Earlier Immigration Records Matter
A real case involving an eTA applicant who did not consider an earlier border incident to be a refusal or denied entry, particularly after a work permit was later approved. Years later, a “No” answer on the eTA application triggered a Procedural Fairness Letter and potential misrepresentation concerns, showing why old immigration records should never be dismissed as insignificant.
Read Article →Is It Too Late to Apply for a Canadian Study Permit in 2026?
Wondering whether it is too late to apply for a Canadian study permit in 2026? The answer depends on your program start date, whether you already have the required admission and provincial documents, your financial evidence, current IRCC processing times, and whether your school permits a deferral if necessary.
Read Article →Canada Working Holiday 2026: Can Koreans Still Apply Through IEC?
Canada’s 2026 International Experience Canada (IEC) season remains open, including the Working Holiday pool for citizens of South Korea. This article explains the current invitation process, what happens after receiving an Invitation to Apply, and what applicants should prepare before applying for a work permit and travelling to Canada.
Read Article →Canada PGWP 2026: Does Every International Student Qualify After Graduation?
Graduating from a Canadian school does not automatically make every international student eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). In 2026, applicants may need to meet requirements involving the eligibility of their school and program, program length, full-time student status, the 180-day application deadline, language proficiency and, in some cases, an eligible field of study. This article explains the key PGWP requirements based on current IRCC guidance.
Read Article →Canada’s French-Language Express Entry Cut-Off Falls to CRS 382
International students in Canada often check the expiry date of their Study Permit before travelling abroad.
Read Article →Does a Minor Child Need a Study Permit After a Parent’s Work Permit Expires in Canada?
Many families in Canada have minor children attending elementary or secondary school while one parent studies or works in Canada.
Read Article →Canada Express Entry 2027: Which Applicants Could Be Prioritized?
If you are planning Canadian permanent residence through Express Entry, it is worth paying close attention to potential changes to category-based selection for 2027 .
Read Article →Canadian Study Permit Extensions and PGWPs: Check Your School’s Immigration Advising Services Before Struggling Alone
International students in Canada often have questions about extending a Study Permit, applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), maintaining legal status, or complying with the conditions attached to their immigration documents.
Read Article →Can You Apply for a Canadian Study Permit or Work Permit Yourself? Common Self-Application Mistakes
Canadian immigration applicants are not required to hire an immigration representative to apply for a Study Permit or Work Permit . IRCC provides application forms and instructions to the public, and applicants may prepare and submit their own applications.
Read Article →Why an eTA Procedural Fairness Letter Can Arrive After a Work Permit Was Approved
A recent Yujin Visa consultation involved an applicant who received a Canada eTA Procedural Fairness Letter (PFL) after answering “No” to questions about previous visa or permit refusals, denied entry, or being ordered to leave Canada.
Read Article →Are Large Express Entry Draws Over? What CEC Candidates Should Watch in 2026
At the beginning of 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 8,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a single Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw. By July, however, individual CEC draw sizes had fallen to 2,000 invitations. The most…
Read Article →Canada Work Permit Rule Change: Newly Hired Employees May No Longer Qualify
Receiving a Canadian job offer does not automatically mean that a foreign worker qualifies for an LMIA-exempt work permit.
Read Article →New IRB rules on the use of artificial intelligence in proceedings
The Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada has issued a new Practice Notice governing the use of artificial intelligence by parties and counsel.
Read Article →What should you do if a Procedural Fairness Letter raises Misrepresentation concerns?
A Procedural Fairness Letter, commonly referred to as a PFL, is not a final refusal decision.
Read Article →What to Do When Officer Decision Notes Are Included with a Canadian Visa Refusal Letter
In some Canadian immigration refusals, applicants receive not only a Refusal Letter but also Officer Decision Notes.
Read Article →What Should You Check Before Applying for a Canadian Post-Graduation Work Permit?
International students who complete a Canadian study program may consider applying for a post-graduation work permit, commonly known as a PGWP. Graduation from a Canadian school does not automatically establish PGWP eligibility. The applicant must review the institution, the specific program, the duration of study, full-time enrolment history, the application deadline and any language or field-of-study requirements that apply.
Read Article →Can You Reapply Immediately After a Canadian Visitor Visa Refusal?
A Canadian visitor visa refusal often creates pressure to submit a new application as quickly as possible, particularly when the applicant has planned travel, a family visit or an important event in Canada.
Read Article →What if the person handling your immigration application was not actually authorized?
Some applicants only discover the problem after a refusal: the person they trusted to handle the application was not a properly authorized immigration representative. In many of these cases, the applicant later finds out that the application contained…
Read Article →Can an Approved Visa Still Be Cancelled? What to Check Before Travelling to Canada
Receiving approval for a Canadian visitor visa or electronic travel authorization does not guarantee admission to Canada.
Read Article →What Should You Do If a Representative Made an Error in Your Canadian Visa Application?
An applicant may discover that a representative entered incorrect information in a Canadian visa or immigration application.
Read Article →LMIA-Supported Job Offers After the Removal of Express Entry Job Offer Points
Many candidates previously understood that an LMIA-supported job offer could add a significant number of points to an Express Entry profile.
Read Article →Canada’s 2026 Express Entry Categories: Which Occupations Are Being Prioritized?
Canada updated its Express Entry category-based selection priorities for 2026.
Read Article →Canada’s Plan to Accelerate Permanent Residence for 33,000 Workers: Who Is Included and Is a Separate Application Required?
Canada has announced a one-time initiative to accelerate the transition of up to 33,000 workers in Canada to permanent residence during 2026 and 2027.
Read Article →Does a Letter of Acceptance Guarantee Study Permit Approval?
A Letter of Acceptance, commonly referred to as an LOA, is an essential document for most Canadian study permit applications. However, receiving an LOA from a Canadian school does not guarantee that a study permit will be approved.
Read Article →Canada Study Permit Refusal and Reapplication: What Should You Review First?
The refusal letter normally identifies the general grounds for the decision. These may relate to the purpose of the proposed studies, financial capacity, temporary resident requirements or other concerns arising from the application.
Read Article →Can You Keep Working After Applying to Extend a Canadian Work Permit? Maintained Status Explained
A practical guide to Can You Keep Working After Applying to Extend a Canadian Work Permit? Maintained Status Explained.
Read Article →Canada’s 2026 Co-op Work Permit Exemption: Who Qualifies?
A practical guide to Canada’s 2026 Co-op Work Permit Exemption: Who Qualifies.
Read Article →Canada Pauses New Parents and Grandparents Program Applications in 2026: What About Existing Files and Super Visas?
A practical guide to Canada Pauses New Parents and Grandparents Program Applications in 2026: What About Existing Files and Super Visas.
Read Article →Can You Leave a Previous Visa Refusal Out of a New Canadian Application?
Applicants frequently worry that disclosing a previous visa or permit refusal will cause a new Canadian application to be refused. A previous refusal does not automatically require IRCC to refuse every future application. However, failing to disclose information that is requested in the current application may create a separate and potentially more serious issue.
Read Article →Gcms Before Reapplication
A practical guide to Gcms Before Reapplication.
Read Article →Can Work Experience Be Questioned Even After a Reference Letter Is Submitted?
Providing an employment reference letter does not automatically mean that the claimed work experience will be accepted in a Canadian immigration application.
Read Article →Should you reapply or file an IAD appeal after a spousal sponsorship refusal?
A refusal of a Canadian spousal sponsorship application does not always lead to the same remedy.
Read Article →Canada Can Now Manage Groups of Immigration Applications and Documents: What Bill C-12 Actually Changed
On March 26, 2026, Bill C-12, the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act, received Royal Assent and became law.
Read Article →Low-Wage LMIA recruitment now requires eight consecutive weeks
Canadian employers preparing a Labour Market Impact Assessment under the Low-Wage Stream must allow more time for recruitment before submitting the LMIA application.
Read Article →Why Is a Study Plan Important in a Canadian Study Permit Application?
Applicants preparing a Canadian study permit application are often told to submit a study plan, statement of purpose or letter of explanation. A study plan is not simply a personal essay stating that the applicant wants to study hard in Canada. Its purpose is to explain how the applicant’s previous education and employment, the selected Canadian program, the financial plan and the intended career direction form a reasonable...
Read Article →Canada Strengthens Regulation of Immigration Consultants: Complaints, Discipline and Compensation Fund
New Canadian regulations strengthen oversight of immigration and citizenship consultants, including CICC complaint and disciplinary procedures, expanded public-register information and a compensation fund framework for clients who suffer financial loss from dishonest conduct.
Read Article →Canada Is Expanding AI and Automated Immigration Processing: Can Technology Approve or Refuse an Application?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada already uses advanced analytics, automation and rules-based processing tools in several immigration programs.
Read Article →Why Couldn’t I Travel to Canada with a Valid Work Permit?
At the time, I held a valid Canadian work permit. Since the permit had not expired, I assumed that I would have no difficulty returning to Canada. There was an initial document issue at the airport in Korea, but it was resolved. I then travelled through the United States to connect to my flight to Canada.
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