Open work permits for vulnerable workers
Migrant workers in Canada on valid employer-specific work permits who are experiencing abuse, or who are at risk of abuse, in the context of their employment in Canada may be…
Canada announces two new immigration programs for Hongkongers
Two new pathways to permanent residence are now open for eligible Hong Kong nationals residing in Canada as recent graduates or workers all eligible applicants must: Hold a valid passport…
Minister Mendicino encouraged applicants to apply for a Start-up Visa
"Coming out of the pandemic, the clear message we are sending with the startup visa program is that Canada is open for business,” says Marco Mendicino, Canada’s minister of immigration,…
New instructions have been created for the Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident Pathways
On May 26, 2021, the Government of Canada provided a new program delivery update for the Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident Pathway (TR2PR). The new instructions included clarifications of the…
Canada experiences a significant increase in the number of applications from Hong Kong
Canada has received more than 5,700 applications after Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that Hong Kong residents will be able to apply for new open work permits beginning…
Ontario holds first International Student stream draw
After switching to a new intake system, Ontario held its first PNP draw for international students. Ontario invited 138 international students to apply for a provincial nomination on May 18.…
Canada may raise caps on temporary immigration programs
The Canadian government hinted this week that it may raise the current limits for permanent residents admitted under its new temporary program. “I’m open to discussion on whether or not…
Minister Mendicino announces new PR pathway for families of air disaster victims
Eligible family members of the victims of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 and Ukrainian International Airlines Flight 752 can apply for permanent residence. On May 12, Canada’s minister of immigration put…
Temporary public policy to facilitate the granting of permanent residence for caregivers
Caregivers from abroad play an important role in supporting the care needs of Canadian families across the country. Caregivers have come to Canada for decades to provide in-home care and…
IRCC released application guide for new immigration pathways
Everything you need to know about the new immigration pathways for temporary residents in Canada On May 5, 2021, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) launched guidelines for six new…
