Chris GribbleNew IRCC measures will verify international students’ letters of acceptance
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has begun to implement the first of its measures to strengthen and maintain the integrity of the international student program in Canada. Specifically, the…
Will a divorce or annulment of my marriage end my Canadian sponsorship undertaking?
When you agree to be a sponsor, you must sign an undertaking, which is a promise to provide financial support for the basic needs of your spouse or partner and…
Number of study permits processed for Indian students has fallen, applicants from elsewhere are making up the difference
Newly released data shows that the number of Canadian study permit applications processed for Indian students is down more than 40% since July of this year. Between July and October…
How newcomers to Canada can guard against online disinformation with the rise of AI-generated fakes
In a recent survey conducted by Maru Public Opinion, 48% of Canadians who took the survey said “that they are not confident in their ability to distinguish … online/social media…
IRCC to accept caregiver pilot program applications for 2024
On January 1st, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will reset the cap and begin accepting applications for two caregiver pilot programs: The Home Childcare Provider Pilot and Home Support…
Canadian federal court rules on avoiding a misrepresentation finding by disclosing relevant information in other part of application
In 2020, Mohammed Shareef, a citizen of India, filed for a work permit application seeking to accompany his wife to Canada for the duration of her studies. This was Shareef’s…
Four Canadian provinces invite candidates in latest PNP results
British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island have nominated candidates in the most recent Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw results. Provinces nominate candidates through the PNP if they judge…