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Super Visa Health Insurance

Canada Expands Super Visa Health Insurance Options for Super Visa Applicants

The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a significant update to the Super Visa health insurance program, making it more accessible for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Under the new policy, applicants can now purchase health insurance from authorized foreign insurance providers in addition... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
U.S immigration Policies

Trump’s Immigration Orders and U.S immigration Policies Could Lead to a Rise in Canadian Asylum Claims

Recent changes in U.S immigration policies due to President Donald Trump’s executive orders have thrown the North American continent into the spotlight. Some of the drastic reforms announced on January 22, 2025, involve a change in birthright citizenship laws and policy reversals protecting transgender rights. Canada may face higher asylum... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Immigration Consultants

Canada Proposes Stricter Regulations for Immigration Consultants with Heavy Penalties

Immigration Consultants, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently unveiled draft regulations aimed at enhancing the governance of immigration consultancy services. These proposed measures mark a significant step forward in protecting clients from unethical practices, improving the credibility of immigration consultants, and fostering a more transparent immigration process. Published in... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Visa application fees

Important changes to visa application fees in Canada effective December 1, 2024

Effective December 1, 2024, Canada will make significant changes to visa application fees and processing fees, affecting those who wish to visit, work, or study in Canada. The new fees are a reflection of the government’s commitment to ensuring that the immigration system remains fair and balanced while still covering... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Visitors in Canada

Visitors in Canada seek asylum through a special pathway

“Visitors in Canada: Amid the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada has seen a surge in asylum seekers entering the country through an expedited visa pathway. This unique phenomenon reflects the demand generated during the border closure and underscores the complexities of immigration policy during global crises.” As of... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Temporary Residents

Canada Welcomed 700,000 New Temporary Residents in Just One Year

On September 27, 2023, Statistics Canada reported that the number of temporary residents in Canada has increased by nearly 700,000 year-on-year as of the second quarter of 2023. This number is expected to reach 2.5 million by the end of 2023.  Many of these temporary residents seek Canadian Permanent Residency... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
asylum claims in Canada

Why are there still increasing numbers of asylum claims in Canada?

Why are there still increasing numbers of asylum claims in Canada? In March, Roxham Road, a pathway used by many asylum seekers to enter Canada, had been closed. However, Canada has still processed over 80,000 asylum applications this year.  This is partly due to expedited visa processing and more straightforward... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »