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citizenship ceremonies

IRCC will continue to hold virtual citizenship ceremonies

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According to the Government of Canada’s response to the petition on citizenship ceremonies, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is considering an online tool for self-administered Oath of Citizenship. The analysis is underway, considering client experience, process integrity, and preserving the importance of citizenship ceremonies.  Video ceremonies introduced in 2020... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Express Entry draw 278

IRCC held the 2nd occupation-specific Express Entry draw 278

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On December 21, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second occupation-specific Express Entry draw 278 and issued 400 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates working in Agriculture and agri-food occupations.  This was the fourth consecutive Express Entry draw this week. In round #278, the cut-off score was... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Express Entry draw for transport occupations

670 candidates invited in the 2nd Express Entry draw for transport occupations

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On December 20, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second round of invitations in the Express Entry system for newcomers with work experience in transport occupations. Express Entry draw for transport occupations #277 was the third consecutive draw of the week, and 670 Invitations to Apply (ITA)... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Global Refugee Forum

Canada enhances commitments and collaborations at the Global Refugee Forum

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On December 15, 2023, Canada enhanced commitments and collaborations at the Global Refugee Forum. Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), attended the Global Refugee Forum in Geneva, endorsing pledges for global refugee solutions. He announced $21 million for the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to aid... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
family class applicants

IRCC eased work permit application requirements for family class applicants

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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued an update regarding the public policy for spouses or common-law partners in Canada (SCLPC) class, as well as family class applicants applying within Canada. As of December 7, 2023, to prevent family class applicants from losing their status while awaiting acknowledgment of... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
temporary policies

The Immigration Minister extended temporary policies to support more international students

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Marc Miller, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), announced the extension of three temporary policies set to expire in 2023. IRCC extended the waiver, allowing students to work off-campus for more than 20 hours weekly until April 30, 2024. This applies to students already in Canada and... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Proof of Funds requirement

Canada revised the Proof of Funds requirement for study permits

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On December 7, 2023, Canada revised the Proof of Funds requirement for study permit applicants. Marc Miller, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), announced an increase in the financial requirement for study permit applicants. Based on the annual update of the low-income cut-off (LICO), this adjustment ensures... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »