Essential Tips for Smooth Border Crossing During Black Friday Shopping
As the holiday season draws near, with American Thanksgiving and Black Friday marking its onset, anticipating increased traffic at land borders is wise. Both U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) offer valuable advice to ensure a hassle-free cross-border shopping experience. 1. Stay Ahead of Border Wait Times: Before setting […]
Updates On Temporary Policies For International Students
Today, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC) announced various updates on temporary public policies affecting international students in Canada. significantly, the cost-of-living financial requirement for study permit applicants will be raised so that international students are financially prepared for life in Canada. Moving forward, this threshold will be adjusted each year when Statistics Canada updates the […]
Navigating the 2024 Application Process for Home Child Care Provider and Home Support Worker Pilots in Canada
Are you considering applying for permanent residence in Canada as a Home Child Care Provider or Home Support Worker in 2024? Understanding the process can be daunting, but with the right guidance, you can navigate the application with confidence. This blog post will break down the essential steps and requirements for the Home Child Care […]
Canada is set to introduce a new policy designed to offer numerous undocumented persons the opportunity to seek permanent residency
The initiative aligns with Canada’s ambitious goal of welcoming 500,000 immigrants annually by 2025. Immigration has driven economic expansion in the country. An estimated 300,000 to 600,000 undocumented individuals are residing in Canada. The proposed program will provide a pathway to permanent residency for those living without documents and those who overstayed visas. However, recent […]
Canada’s Revised Policies for International Students in 2024: Key Changes
Starting January 1, 2024, Immigration, Citizenship and Refugees Canada (IRCC) is implementing significant changes to policies for international students. Key updates include: Increased Cost-of-Living Requirement: The study permit applicants must now show financial capability of $20,635 CAD, a substantial increase from the previous $10,000 CAD requirement. End of Open Work Permit Extension Policy: The policy allowing extensions […]
Canada Introduces New Prevailing Wage Requirements for Temporary Foreign Workers
Starting January 1, 2024, Canada has implemented significant changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), primarily focusing on ensuring fair wages for foreign nationals employed in the country. These changes include: Annual Wage Review: Employers must annually review wages of their foreign worker employees to align with the prevailing wage rates, which is the median […]
Navigating Changes in Family Class Sponsorship Applications
The process of sponsoring a family member for immigration can be complex and nuanced, especially when circumstances change during the application process. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) provides guidelines for such situations. This blog post aims to clarify these guidelines, helping both sponsors and applicants understand how to proceed when changes occur. Adding […]
2024 Immigration Update: Top 10 Key Points for Employers in Canada
Based on the detailed information provided, here is a summary of the top 10 things that employers should know from employer immigration lawyers in Canada for 2024: Expanded Francophone Mobility Program: Effective June 15, 2023, the program has been widened for temporary foreign workers with French skills (CLB level 5) for most occupations, to work outside […]
Understanding Canada’s New Work Permit Restrictions for International Students and Their Spouses
In a significant policy shift, the Canadian government has introduced new restrictions on work permits for international students and their spouses. These changes, announced by Immigration Minister Marc Miller, are set to reshape the landscape of international education in Canada, particularly affecting Public College-Private Partnerships. Effective September 1, international students graduating from programs offered under […]
Canada To Cap New International Study Permits For 2024
Canada will set an intake cap on international student permit applications to stabilize new growth for a period of two years. For 2024, the cap is expected to result in approximately 360,000 approved study permits, a decrease of 35% from 2023. Study permit renewals will not be impacted. Those pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees, and […]