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Parents and Grandparents Program

Canada continues inviting immigrants under the Parents and Grandparents Program

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Canada saw a 27.2% increase in new arrivals under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) in October, bouncing back from an eight-month low in August, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. There were 2,525 new permanent residents in October, up from 1,975 in September and the August low of... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Canada's immigration

Canada’s immigration increased by 4.3%, likely to surpass the annual target

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Canada’s immigration increased by 4.3% to 33,570 new permanent residents in October, following four months of decline, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada data. This is a slight rise from September’s low of 32,180.  Immigration had rebounded from an April low of 29,550 to 46,000 in May but began... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
humanitarian pathway

Canada initiated a humanitarian pathway for Colombian, Haitian, and Venezuelan nationals

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On November 17, 2023, Canada responded to the global migration crisis by announcing a humanitarian pathway to provide residence to 15,000 displaced people from the Western Hemisphere. The pathway, open to Colombian, Haitian, and Venezuelan nationals with family ties in Canada, offers safe migration, pre-arrival services, and potential financial assistance. ... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
pilot program

Ottawa extended the pilot program, allowing more families to reunion

Author: | | Categories: Permanent Residence, Spouse or Common-Law Partner
Ottawa extended the pilot program, allowing more families to reunite Foreign nationals applying for Canadian immigration must declare and examine all family members, even if they are not accompanying them. Failing to report non-accompanying members may lead to a sponsorship ban under specific regulations.  To address this, a temporary pilot... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
instructions for biometrics

Canada updates the instructions for biometrics collection

Author: | | Categories: Permanent Residence, Refugee Claim Portal, Study in Canada, Work in Canada
On October 25, 2023, the Government of Canada updated instructions for biometrics collection. The Government collects the following biometrics from applicants:  biographic data,  ten fingerprints, and  a photograph.  This information is taken at a service point chosen by the applicant on behalf of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). It... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
applications for permanent residence

The immigration minister is positive about the progress in processing applications for permanent residence

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On October 19, 2023, Marc Miller, the Minister of IRCC, issued a statement in response to the Auditor General’s report on processing applications for permanent residence. The report examined how IRCC handles applications and deals with backlogs.  In August 2022, IRCC started publishing monthly data to inform the public about... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Humanitarian PR pathway

Canada announced a new Humanitarian PR pathway for immigrants from the Americas

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On October 10, 2023, Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), announced a new humanitarian PR pathway for individuals from the Americas. Canada will welcome 15,000 migrants and provide regular migration pathways to people in the Americas, offering economic opportunities as an alternative to irregular migration.  As... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
biometrics

All permanent residence applicants will now be required to submit biometrics

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On June 14, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the removal of the public policy allowing foreign nationals to apply for permanent residence with previous biometrics. As a result, all permanent residence applicants applying on or after June 14, 2023, are required to submit biometrics. The updated instructions... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
new permanent residence pathway

Canada announced a new permanent residence pathway for Afghan refugees and their families

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On March 9, 2023, the Government of Canada announced a new permanent residence pathway for Afghan extended family members of former language and cultural advisors who helped Canada in Afghanistan. The application process is open for the mentioned Afghan nationals under a new temporary public policy.    To be eligible,... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
International graduates use PGWP

International graduates use PGWP as a path to obtain permanent residency in Canada

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International graduates use PGWP as a path to obtain permanent residency in Canada for international students who have graduated from an approved Canadian Designated Learning Institution (DLI), the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWP) provides a fantastic opportunity to stay in Canada, work and establish their lives.    According to Statistics... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »