Americans, You May Already Be a Canadian Citizen: What Changed in Canada’s Citizenship Rules?
For decades, many Americans with Canadian parents or grandparents assumed they had no path to Canadian citizenship because of Canada’s “first-generation limit” rules. In 2025, that changed dramatically. Under new amendments to the Canadian Citizenship Act, thousands of people born outside Canada may now qualify for Canadian citizenship by descent, including many U.S. citizens who […]
Why Are Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) Applications Refused in Canada?
Every week, immigration applicants across the world receive refusal letters for Canadian Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) applications. On April 24 alone, VisaServe Immigration Law P.C. received a significant number of inquiries from individuals whose applications had recently been refused. Many of these applicants were performers, musicians, artists, and theatre professionals invited to Canada for cultural […]
Dependents of ICT and Trade Agreement Workers: Reducing Visitor Visa Refusal Risks in Canada
Canada remains a major destination for senior managers, intra-company transferees (ICTs), and professionals entering through trade agreements such as CUSMA. However, many families are now facing an increasing problem: refusals of visitor visas for spouses and dependent children of valid Canadian work permit holders. At Visaserve Immigration Law P.C., we have recently seen a rise […]
Ontario Issued 997 Invitations in April 30 OINP Draws Targeting GTA Job Offer Candidates
Ontario closed out April with another targeted round of invitations under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), issuing 997 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) on April 30, 2026 through two Employer Job Offer streams. The latest draws focused on candidates already living in Canada with valid temporary status and job offers in the Greater Toronto Area […]
Canada Permanent Residence Fees Increased on April 30, 2026: What Applicants Should Know Now
As of April 30, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially increased permanent residence application fees across several immigration categories. For foreign nationals planning to apply for permanent residence in Canada, this change is now in effect and should be factored into any application submitted from this point forward. Applications received by IRCC […]
WP-EXT Work Permit Canada: What the New 365-Day Letter Means for Workers
Foreign nationals in Canada who apply to extend or change the conditions of their work permit before it expires may continue working while Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) processes the new application. This is commonly known as maintained status. To make that continued work authorization easier to prove, IRCC issues a support letter in […]
Step-by-Step Guide to a Successful Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Application in Canada
For multinational businesses and foreign nationals, Canada’s Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) program offers a strategic pathway to bring key employees into the Canadian workforce without the need for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). This guide provides a structured, step-by-step approach to preparing a strong ICT application, aligned with official guidance from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship […]
When Should You Apply for a Judicial Review in Canada?
For foreign nationals, visa holders, and investors navigating Canada’s immigration system, a refusal decision from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada can be both unexpected and consequential. While refusals are often final at the administrative level, Canadian law provides an important legal remedy: judicial review before the Federal Court of Canada. This article explains when you […]
How IRCC Policy May Change After Canada’s 2026 International Student Report
Canada’s international student framework is undergoing one of its most significant recalibrations in decades. The April 2026 report titled Reconstituting Canada’s International Student Program by the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration signals a clear shift in how Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) may shape policy moving forward. For foreign nationals, study permit holders, […]
Procedural Fairness in Canada: Your Rights and Complaint Mechanisms
In Canada, administrative decision-making—including immigration processes managed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada—is governed by well-established legal principles of procedural fairness. These principles ensure that decisions affecting individuals, including foreign nationals, visa holders, and investors, are made transparently, reasonably, and without bias. Understanding these rights is critical, particularly where decisions may significantly impact your legal […]