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Who can study in Canada without a study permit?
In light of the recent news that Canada will be capping the number of international study permits issued over the next two years, foreign nationals may be looking to see if they qualify to study in Canada without a study permit. Although most foreign nationals who want to pursue an education in Canada must obtain […]
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Who can study in Canada without a study permit?
In light of the recent news that Canada will be capping the number of international study permits issued over the next two years, foreign nationals may be looking to see if they qualify to study in Canada without a study permit. Although most foreign nationals who want to pursue an education in Canada must obtain […]
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Who can study in Canada without a study permit?
In light of the recent news that Canada will be capping the number of international study permits issued over the next two years, foreign nationals may be looking to see if they qualify to study in Canada without a study permit. Although most foreign nationals…
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IRCC introduces new method for calculating processing times for some applications
A recent announcement by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) says that the department will now publish anticipated processing times online using forward-looking processing times. This is to help applicants predict the length of time it will take to process their applications. The updated processing times will be available for several high-volume immigration programs including: […]
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IRCC introduces new method for calculating processing times for some applications
A recent announcement by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) says that the department will now publish anticipated processing times online using forward-looking processing times. This is to help applicants predict the length of time it will take to process their applications. The updated processing times will be available for several high-volume immigration programs including: […]
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IRCC introduces new method for calculating processing times for some applications
A recent announcement by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) says that the department will now publish anticipated processing times online using forward-looking processing times. This is to help applicants predict the length of time it will…
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Canada processing proof of citizenship applications faster than pre-pandemic standards
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is now processing proof of citizenship applications in as little as three months, with application wait-times now reduced significantly from even pre-pandemic standards. Now some foreign nationals—who have at least one biological or legal parent who is a Canadian citizen—can expect to receive a decision on their citizenship application […]
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Canada processing proof of citizenship applications faster than pre-pandemic standards
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is now processing proof of citizenship applications in as little as three months, with application wait-times now reduced significantly from even pre-pandemic standards. Now some foreign nationals—who have at least one biological or legal parent who is a Canadian citizen—can expect to receive a decision on their citizenship application […]
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Canada processing proof of citizenship applications faster than pre-pandemic standards
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is now processing proof of citizenship applications in as little as three months, with application wait-times now reduced significantly from even pre-pandemic standards. Now some foreign nationals—who have…
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Five provinces invite candidates for provincial immigration in latest draws
Five provinces – British Columbia (BC), Quebec, Alberta, Manitoba and Prince Edward Island (PEI) – have invited candidates for provincial immigration this week. Every Canadian province and territory, except Nunavut and Quebec, selects economic immigration candidates through regional immigration programs called Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These programs are designed to help each participating province and […]
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Five provinces invite candidates for provincial immigration in latest draws
Five provinces – British Columbia (BC), Quebec, Alberta, Manitoba and Prince Edward Island (PEI) – have invited candidates for provincial immigration this week. Every Canadian province and territory, except Nunavut and Quebec, selects economic immigration candidates through regional immigration programs called Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These programs are designed to help each participating province and […]
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Five provinces invite candidates for provincial immigration in latest draws
Five provinces – British Columbia (BC), Quebec, Alberta, Manitoba and Prince Edward Island (PEI) – have invited candidates for provincial immigration this week. Every Canadian province and territory, except Nunavut and Quebec, selects economic immigration…
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Which family members can I bring with me to Canada once I receive permanent residence?
Foreign nationals who receive permanent residence (PR) in Canada can bring qualifying dependent family members with them to Canada. It is important, however, to distinguish that this is different from the family members that a Canadian permanent resident is eligible to sponsor after they immigrate to Canada. More information on sponsoring family members to come […]
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Which family members can I bring with me to Canada once I receive permanent residence?
Foreign nationals who receive permanent residence (PR) in Canada can bring qualifying dependent family members with them to Canada. It is important, however, to distinguish that this is different from the family members that a Canadian permanent resident is eligible to sponsor after they immigrate to Canada. More information on sponsoring family members to come […]
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Which family members can I bring with me to Canada once I receive permanent residence?
Foreign nationals who receive permanent residence (PR) in Canada can bring qualifying dependent family members with them to Canada. It is important, however, to distinguish that this is different from the family members that a Canadian permanent resident…
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Parents and Grandparents program will reopen this month
The Parents and Grandparents program (PGP) is set to reopen this month, as Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) prepares to send out invitations to potential sponsors. The department confirmed via an announcement that starting May 21st, 2024, it will send out 35,700 invitations with the hope of approving 20,500 complete applications. Sponsor your parents […]
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Parents and Grandparents program will reopen this month
The Parents and Grandparents program (PGP) is set to reopen this month, as Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) prepares to send out invitations to potential sponsors. The department confirmed via an announcement that starting May 21st, 2024, it will send out 35,700 invitations with the hope of approving 20,500 complete applications. Sponsor your parents […]
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Parents and Grandparents program will reopen this month
The Parents and Grandparents program (PGP) is set to reopen this month, as Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) prepares to send out invitations to potential sponsors. The department confirmed via an announcement that starting May 21st, 2024…
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Live Webinar: Finding your first job in Canada
You’re invited to join an exclusive webinar presented by CanadaVisa and hosted by TD: Working in Canada as a Newcomer: An information session for job seekers. Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to move to Canada, and we’re thrilled to welcome you. Moving to a new country is exciting and a step towards a new future […]
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Live Webinar: Finding your first job in Canada
You’re invited to join an exclusive webinar presented by CanadaVisa and hosted by TD: Working in Canada as a Newcomer: An information session for job seekers. Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to move to Canada, and we’re thrilled to welcome you. Moving to a new country is exciting and a step towards a new future […]
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Watch the Webinar: Finding your first job in Canada
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to move to Canada, and we’re thrilled to welcome you.
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Five things you need to know about Labour Market Impact Assessments
Some foreign workers in Canada require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to work in Canada, while others are LMIA-exempt. An LMIA is a document that some employers in Canada need before hiring a temporary foreign worker. This document must be obtained before the foreign national applies for their work permit. It verifies that a […]
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Five things you need to know about Labour Market Impact Assessments
Some foreign workers in Canada require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to work in Canada, while others are LMIA-exempt. An LMIA is a document that some employers in Canada need before hiring a temporary foreign worker. This document must be obtained before the foreign national applies for their work permit. It verifies that a […]
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Five things you need to know about Labour Market Impact Assessments
Some foreign workers in Canada require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to work in Canada, while others are LMIA-exempt. An LMIA is a document that some employers in Canada need before hiring a temporary foreign worker. This document must be obtained…
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Vancouver Housing Options for International Students
Are you deciding on the best city for your academic journey and considering Vancouver? Let’s explore your potential living arrangements there—whether it’s on-campus or off-campus housing—so you can compare with other cities.
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Vancouver Housing Options for International Students
Are you deciding on the best city for your academic journey and considering Vancouver? Let’s explore your potential living arrangements there—whether it’s on-campus or off-campus housing—so you can compare with other cities.
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Vancouver Housing Options for International Students
Deciding on accommodation is crucial as it significantly affects your college or University experience and budget in Vancouver.
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SAIT partners with BorderPass to streamline study permit processing for international students
The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) is working with BorderPass to make it easier for international students to navigate the study permit process with a new partnership. This partnership will enable new international students at SAIT to access a trusted online platform that will offer complementary services to those provided by SAIT’s International Centre. […]
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SAIT partners with BorderPass to streamline study permit processing for international students
The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) is working with BorderPass to make it easier for international students to navigate the study permit process with a new partnership. This partnership will enable new international students at SAIT to access a trusted online platform that will offer complementary services to those provided by SAIT’s International Centre. […]
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SAIT partners with BorderPass to streamline study permit processing for international students
The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) is working with BorderPass to make it easier for international students to navigate the study permit process with a new partnership.
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Will my job offer get me Comprehensive Ranking System points as an Express Entry candidate?
Express Entry candidates must be aware that only qualifying job offers are eligible for Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points under “arranged employment.” CRS points are an important part of the economic immigration journey for Express Entry candidates. These points are used to rank candidate profiles against one another, and they play an important role in […]
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Will my job offer get me Comprehensive Ranking System points as an Express Entry candidate?
Express Entry candidates must be aware that only qualifying job offers are eligible for Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points under “arranged employment.” CRS points are an important part of the economic immigration journey for Express Entry candidates. These points are used to rank candidate profiles against one another, and they play an important role in […]
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Will my job offer get me Comprehensive Ranking System points as an Express Entry candidate?
Express Entry candidates must be aware that only qualifying job offers are eligible for Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points under “arranged employment.” CRS points are an important part of the economic immigration journey for Express Entry candidates.…
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Six common issues with IRCC applications and how to fix them
Applying to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) online is an integral part of the immigration process, whether for those on a work or study permit, permanent residents, and even tourists. Due to this widespread use, newcomers can sometimes experience technical issues in different parts of the application process—be it when opening and uploading documents, […]
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Six common issues with IRCC applications and how to fix them
Applying to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) online is an integral part of the immigration process, whether for those on a work or study permit, permanent residents, and even tourists. Due to this widespread use, newcomers can sometimes experience technical issues in different parts of the application process—be it when opening and uploading documents, […]
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Six common issues with IRCC applications and how to fix them
Applying to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) online is an integral part of the immigration process, whether for those on a work or study permit, permanent residents, and even tourists. Due to this widespread use, newcomers can sometimes…
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IRCC approves Manitoba’s request to extend work permits for some PNP candidates
Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, has approved a request by the government of Manitoba to extend temporary resident status for some nominees identified in the province’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) says the nominees all have work permits that are set to expire in 2024 and are mainly Post Graduation […]
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IRCC approves Manitoba’s request to extend work permits for some PNP candidates
Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, has approved a request by the government of Manitoba to extend temporary resident status for some nominees identified in the province’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) says the nominees all have work permits that are set to expire in 2024 and are mainly Post Graduation […]
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IRCC approves Manitoba’s request to extend work permits for some PNP candidates
Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, has approved a request by the government of Manitoba to extend temporary resident status for some nominees identified in the province's Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada…
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IRCC introduces new temporary policy for PR applicants from Hong Kong
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a new temporary policy to help permanent residence (PR) applicants from Hong Kong to remain in Canada while they wait for a decision on their application. This temporary policy is a response to a high volume of applications for the initial temporary public policy for Hong Kong […]
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IRCC introduces new temporary policy for PR applicants from Hong Kong
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a new temporary policy to help permanent residence (PR) applicants from Hong Kong to remain in Canada while they wait for a decision on their application. This temporary policy is a response to a high volume of applications for the initial temporary public policy for Hong Kong […]
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IRCC introduces new temporary policy for PR applicants from Hong Kong
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a new temporary policy to help permanent residence (PR) applicants from Hong Kong to remain in Canada while they wait for a decision on their application. This temporary policy is a response…
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TD signs agreement with ApplyBoard, adding to international student offerings
TD Bank Group and Canadian education technology company ApplyBoard have collaborated to help new international students from China, India, Morocco, Pakistan, the Philippines, Senegal, and Vietnam meet eligibility requirements for a Canadian study permit under the Government of Canada’s Student Direct Stream (SDS) program. International students looking to study in Canada can benefit from ApplyBoard’s […]
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TD signs agreement with ApplyBoard, adding to international student offerings
TD Bank Group and Canadian education technology company ApplyBoard have collaborated to help new international students from China, India, Morocco, Pakistan, the Philippines, Senegal, and Vietnam meet eligibility requirements for a Canadian study permit under the Government of Canada’s Student Direct Stream (SDS) program. International students looking to study in Canada can benefit from ApplyBoard’s […]
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TD signs agreement with ApplyBoard, adding to international student offerings
TD Bank Group and Canadian education technology company ApplyBoard have collaborated to help new international students from China, India, Morocco, Pakistan, the Philippines, Senegal, and Vietnam meet eligibility requirements for a Canadian study permit under…
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How do I check the status of my IRCC application?
Being up to date on the status of an application is often a primary consideration for newcomers who have applied to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Although most immigration candidates and applicants will be able to get an abridged application update from their secure IRCC account (or relevant application portal), there are other options […]
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How do I check the status of my IRCC application?
Being up to date on the status of an application is often a primary consideration for newcomers who have applied to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Although most immigration candidates and applicants will be able to get an abridged application update from their secure IRCC account (or relevant application portal), there are other options […]
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How do I check the status of my IRCC application?
Being up to date on the status of an application is often a primary consideration for newcomers who have applied to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Although most immigration candidates and applicants will be able to get an abridged application…
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Provincial and federal immigration ministers meet to discuss shared priorities
Immigration Minister Marc Miller met with provincial and territorial immigration ministers in Montreal on May 10 to discuss shared priorities for the future of immigration in Canada. Together, the ministers make up the Federation of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI). The FMRI is a decision-making body that aims to support an effective Canadian immigration system. […]
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Provincial and federal immigration ministers meet to discuss shared priorities
Immigration Minister Marc Miller met with provincial and territorial immigration ministers in Montreal on May 10 to discuss shared priorities for the future of immigration in Canada. Together, the ministers make up the Federation of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI). The FMRI is a decision-making body that aims to support an effective Canadian immigration system. […]
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Provincial and federal immigration ministers meet to discuss shared priorities
Immigration Minister Marc Miller met with provincial and territorial immigration ministers in Montreal on May 10 to discuss shared priorities for the future of immigration in Canada. Together, the ministers make up the Federation of Ministers Responsible…
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British Columbia and Manitoba issue provincial immigration nominations
British Columbia and Manitoba have both issued invitations to apply (ITAs) to immigration candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP). Candidates were invited through streams for skilled workers who had skills in key employment areas, an offer of employment in the province, or had previously studied in the province that nominated them. Read on […]
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British Columbia and Manitoba issue provincial immigration nominations
British Columbia and Manitoba have both issued invitations to apply (ITAs) to immigration candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP). Candidates were invited through streams for skilled workers who had skills in key employment areas, an offer of employment in the province, or had previously studied in the province that nominated them. Read on […]
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British Columbia and Manitoba issue provincial immigration nominations
British Columbia and Manitoba have both issued invitations to apply (ITAs) to immigration candidates through their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP). Candidates were invited through streams for skilled workers who had skills in key employment areas…
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Which country allows international students to work the most hours?
On April 29, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that it will soon allow international students to work off-campus for 24 hours per week while classes are in session. This announcement came during a press conference, where IRCC officially revealed that it would not be extending the temporary policy. IRCC’s temporary policy allowed international […]
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Which country allows international students to work the most hours?
On April 29, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that it will soon allow international students to work off-campus for 24 hours per week while classes are in session. This announcement came during a press conference, where IRCC officially revealed that it would not be extending the temporary policy. IRCC’s temporary policy allowed international […]
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Which country allows international students to work the most hours?
On April 29, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that it will soon allow international students to work off-campus for 24 hours per week while classes are in session. This announcement came during a press conference, where IRCC officially…
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Know You Are Prepared: 10 Essential Strategies for Success on CELPIP – the Only Canadian Test Designated by IRCC
If you’re applying to become a permanent resident or citizen of Canada, taking the CELPIP Test is an essential step toward your goal because it is one of the approved language tests and the only Canadian functional language assessment designated by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Those applying for permanent residency can take the […]
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Know You Are Prepared: 10 Essential Strategies for Success on CELPIP – the Only Canadian Test Designated by IRCC
If you’re applying to become a permanent resident or citizen of Canada, taking the CELPIP Test is an essential step toward your goal because it is one of the approved language tests and the only Canadian functional language assessment designated by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Those applying for permanent residency can take the […]
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Know You Are Prepared: 10 Essential Strategies for Success on CELPIP – the Only Canadian Test Designated by IRCC
If you’re applying to become a permanent resident or citizen of Canada, taking the CELPIP Test is an essential step toward your goal because it is one of the approved language tests and the only Canadian functional language assessment designated by Immigration…