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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially implemented the proposed changes to the Express Entry (EE) system that will impact the ranking of many immigration candidates seeking Canadian permanent residency. As of March 25, 2025, individuals with a valid Labour Market Impact Assessment LMIA-based job offer will no longer receive additional points for their […]
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The Canadian government has begun implementing one of the changes announced last year by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). As part of Canada’s ongoing efforts to improve the Express Entry (EE) system, the IRCC has officially removed the ability for candidates in the International Experience Canada (IEC) Young Professionals category to earn extra Comprehensive […]
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released a notice stating that as of January 28, 2025, parents and grandparents applying for a Canadian Super Visa can now obtain private health insurance from non-Canadian insurers to fulfill the “proof of insurance” requirement in the Super Visa application process. What is a Canadian Super Visa? A Canadian […]
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended its Open Work Permit (OWP) policy for foreign workers who have a support letter from one of the following three Canadian provinces: Alberta (Alberta Advantage Immigration Program AAIP), Manitoba (Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program MPNP), and Yukon (Yukon Nominee Program YNP). Initially introduced last year, the policy was supposed […]
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Starting January 21, 2025, Canada will introduce new eligibility rules for open work permits (OWP) for spouses of international students and foreign workers. These changes are part of the government’s efforts to improve the integrity of its temporary resident programs and better address economic and labour market needs. New Eligibility Under the updated criteria, certain […]
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If you are planning to travel to the United Kingdom (UK) from Canada, there is a new mandatory Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirement in place. Effective January 8, 2025, all Canadian travellers heading to the UK will need to apply for a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), including infants and children, before entering or passing […]
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Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has expanded the fields of study eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) by adding Education as its 6th category. Considering recent caps and pauses on some Canadian immigration programs, such as the Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program and the Agri-Food Pilot Program, this news offers hope for those who […]
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On January 3rd, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that, effective immediately, applications for the Agri-Food Pilot program will be capped at 1,010 for the remainder of the year. Once this application cap is reached, or by May 14, 2025, whichever comes first, IRCC will no longer accept applications for this program. Why […]
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On December 23, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) officially announced changes to the Express Entry (EE) system, which will take effect in Spring 2025. These changes will eliminate the additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points currently awarded to candidates with an LMIA-based job offer. Changes Starting in Spring 2025, candidates with a valid […]
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The Canadian government is considering changes to the Express Entry (EE) system that could impact how immigration candidates are selected and ranked for permanent residency. If these changes are implemented, candidates with an LMIA-based job offer will no longer receive additional points in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). Potential Changes In line with the Canadian […]