Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced another Express Entry Draw #246. 3,500 ITAs have been issued to foreign nationals who had 486 points or more. The latest draw took place on…
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On 5 April 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) provided a program delivery update specific to “dual intent” in the processing of temporary resident applications.[1] As indicated, the update aims to…
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Earthquakes The recent earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria took the lives of over 20,000 people and destroyed many homes, families, and critical infrastructure. Thus far, Canada has aided the crisis by providing…
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A Pre-Removal Risk Assessment, otherwise known as a “PRRA” is an application offered to eligible applicants by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), which allows the applicant to demonstrate how their lives…
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As a Canadian citizen, there is no requirement to maintain physical presence, or spend a certain number of days in Canada, to maintain your status as a Canadian citizen. In fact, section…
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Audits and inspections of employers of temporary foreign workers in Canada could be initiated randomly or due to specific concerns of compliance, to ensure that employers comply with the Temporary Foreign Worker…
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Canadian citizenship was not legally recognized until 1 January 1947, and unfortunately at that time, dual citizenship was not recognized. However, this changed in 1977 with the enactment of the Citizenship Act,…
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A visitor visa (also known as a temporary resident visa) or an eTA (electronic travel authorization) is required for certain foreign nationals who wish to visit or travel through Canada. You may…
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On 19 December 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced changes to eligibility requirements to the pre-removal risk assessment (PRRA) for individuals from Iran [1]. Usually, individuals are not eligible to…
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Immigration to Canada and the movement of individuals from one country to another for the purpose of resettlement is an integral piece of Canadian history. People immigrate to Canada for a multitude…
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